Thread: 1.5 month progress... -13 lbs body recomp????

First pic taken on july 7th 7/7/2021 second pic taken on august 8/19/2021 went from 232 lbs to 219 lbs with strength going up. I am 5'10"

Did not think I would gain this much strength on the cut, and it also seems like i gained lean mass???

I believe a lot of these gains are due to body recomposition from muscle memory due to lifting previously (4-5 years ago was fit).

I am at about a 800-1000 calorie deficit on most days.

I eat more on days that I lift, but definitely not at a surplus.

Trying to get down to 185 lbs by 12/31/2021.

34 LBS to go.

I did not add cardio yet, and not sure when I should?

looking for advice... trying to get this fat off as quick as possible.. (without negative consequences)

Recomping does happen, especially in cases where muscle memory is a factor.

BUT be aware of the limitations of using strength as a proxy for muscle mass... It can increase without muscle mass increasing especially if you have been focusing on lower rep heavy lifting - neural factors can still improve during a harsh diet.

Sounds like you can keep doing what you are doing. There isn't a reason why you have to add cardio if you don't want to - it's not an essential part of losing fat but it can help you burn a few more calories while having wider health benefits.