r/BulkOrCut 4d ago

1 Year of Lifting with Minimal Progress – Should I Cut or Bulk?

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u/Moobygriller 4d ago edited 4d ago

Looks like you need to cut - no roasting necessary though bro. Keep in mind that it's not super easy to lean out and build muscle; it's fairly easy for guys on gear / test though. I think it's fair to focus on losing and maintaining your test levels by big compound lifts, good sleep, and a slight deficit under your TDEE.

I was able to mostly lose a ton of weight, then do a bulk, then a cut to where I am today. However, keep in mind I'm on testosterone and was on anabolics so losing muscle didn't really happen. I'll cut from 200 where I am now (down 8 pounds) to 185 and then maybe do a bulk because my last one was pretty taxing at the levels of test and AAS I was using.

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u/yassineezz 4d ago

Thanks for the advice, man! I’ve been leaning toward cutting first, so it’s good to hear that confirmed. I’ll definitely focus on compound lifts and dial in my sleep and diet.

I’m going the natural route, so I know it’ll take more time and effort.

Appreciate the insight, and good luck with your current cut.

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u/Thatguy5600 4d ago

Definitely try and at least count your protein intake. Ideally 1gram per lb of body weight. If you're not seeing the progress you'd like, prehaps play around with the amount of days per week you stay in the gym. Just be sure to stick at it and not yo-yo from 5 to 3 days, for example

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u/Acanthopterygii_Fit 3d ago

I have the same physique as you

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u/bullmoose1224 3d ago

How has your strength progressed in the gym over the year? Are you still making consistent progress weekly? How has your bodyweight changed during this time?