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I like both, but prefer the gym. It’s easier to push myself harder in that environment...but I do have a small setup at home with a rack, bench, etc so I will supplement at home when needed (time constraints, etc.).

As others have said circuit training...though for me I do not exercise for the calorie-burn..I lift for the composition changes and strength...but we all have different goals!

Congrats on hitting your goal! Enjoy your big day! Your plan after sounds solid btw - nice job.

This about sums it up...you look fantastic- great job!

Since you are still in a deficit you would keep your protein on the higher end to preserve what you muscle you have while working out..(see above poster recommendations)..you can always adjust macros at maintenance to find what works for you. I myself am more satiated eating fats vs carbs...but I do love my days where I…

This is my setup, too. Makes sense to me, but also works for me..sumo pull on leg day...conventional otherwise

I did try some single-leg hip thrusts with a dumbbell on the “driving” leg...I liked the isolation.

I also started at home with fitness blender...I built up a small home gym and joined a gym and have run programs since...it was all small steps to get to where I am now. Picking a program takes the guess work out of it and also allows your goals to be attainable and laid out. Full body is usually recommended when starting…

^^ Yes! Honestly I found it works for me...I do performance recomp and have for two months now..I eat more and have dropped a few..now I maintain...but more importantly am fueling myself properly for how hard I train.

Oh no...I mean it’s been a while but I have never had that issue...but yes no bueno.

I like gymshark but for the longest time I wore the reflex 90-degree...I also just ordered from Til you Collapse...so hoping they fit well!

I have a small group...but looking for more active...I enjoy being supportive ;)

I like Whitney Simmons...her attitude is refreshing and I appreciate her effort.

I have two “lower” carb days a week cycled with higher fat...then two “moderate” carb days, and one “high” and “super”. Mine is set up for me personally as I macro-count. Having said that ...to lose weight all you need is a calorie-deficit as most have said. It’s about what works for you long-term.

Yesss which is why I enjoy it. >:) :D OP..I stick with the basics...back squats, sumo deadlifts, Bulgarian split squats, and reverse lunges, and a lot of band work after for burnouts...I do like the single RDL’s with a kettlebell

^^ That’s amazing....and damn accurate for when I catch people staring...fun times.

Everyone has to find what is the “right” exercise for them..I enjoy lifting for the mental benefits far more than the physical..it clears my head once I am all said and done. For what it’s worth your legs look proportionate to me..not “big”. Either way best of luck if you chose lifting as your main source of “fitness”..I…

What number was that...did I do my 3rd set or 4th...what song is this..I don’t remember this being on my playlist..ooo I like this song...damn is that rep #7 or #8...am I about to kick the crap out of this guy that’s walking behind me while I am doing these kickbacks...basically “squirrel” every five seconds..but that’s a…

Barbell and plates All the free weights :p Cable Machine

As mentioned after you put in your stats and your desired rate of loss (.5lbs would be best as you are so close to “goal”)...and as long as you are within that number you should be on track..usual recommendations are to get as much protein as you can to preserve lean muscle mass and lift following s program of your…

Is there a reason why you are doing so low-carb? Preference or? Just curious. Also, are you weighing your food? But as stated above weight loss isn’t linear..

You’re amazing..sincerely. I always wished I had started training earlier..but my ultimate goal is to lift as long as I am able. You rock!

Numbers are not what I push out for high reps more 3x5. Squat - 185 Deadlift - 215 I messed up my wrist recently and have been doing more hypertrophic work vs strength..and I lift both at home and the gym. I have a rack..I just don’t DL as I don’t have bumper plates.

Strength training definitely isn’t for the calorie burn...but covers all the other benefits already mentioned. Stick with it! :)

I’m 5’1” and sit at 130. When I started back in 2014 I chose too aggressive of a deficit and didn’t like my composition at all when I got to my goal weight of 120. I lost 60 overall over the course of a year..but honestly could have gone a bit slower and lifted heavier and more often and been better off. I am now where I…

Please don’t ever consider surgery as an easier path...your best proportions will look more natural working with what you have and building from there. Strong curves is an excellent program to get you on that path to building a strong foundation for your glutes!

Phenomenal transformation...love seeing dedication and hard work. Excellent job!

I didn’t run it again. I built my own template using the exercises I felt beneficial (what I responded to)..in addition to my compound lifts (squats, deadlifts) and additional accessory work.

I don’t “ignore” the scale..but it isn’t my end all be all. I no longer am a slave to it. It’s a tool to give me another view on my journey...but at the end of the day what I see in the mirror and the way my clothes fit and how strong I have gotten..those are my guides..the scale never takes precedent.

I agree with recomp..maybe (if you must) do a slight deficit as another mentioned and pick a progressive program from that list. Whatever you decide be consistent and give it time..and then reevaluate to see if cutting/bulking is more your route. But for me I would eat at maintenance and lift all heavy things...then cut at…