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First cut question

CookiesandCrunches16
CookiesandCrunches16 Posts: 41 Member
edited November 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
This will be my first cut that I'm looking to start. I have a very fast metabolism, maintaining my weight on 2,700-2,750 calories a day. To cut about .5 - 1 pound a week, should I cut Calories, exercise more, or both?

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  • cityruss
    cityruss Posts: 2,493 Member
    Create a calorie deficit however you see fit.

    Go for whichever route you will enjoy most, and gives you the most chance of success.

    Personally I'd do both, spread the burden a bit.
  • jemhh
    jemhh Posts: 14,261 Member
    If you currently already exercise, I would start by cutting calories. As time goes along and you lose more slowly or stall, I'd consider upping the exercise.
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