EP64: 14 ways to make a cut easier

The one thing that is true when it comes to fat loss is that you need to create a calorie deficit. You can do this through diet and/or exercise, but it's not the ONLY consideration for a success cut. ⁠ ⁠ A cut shouldn’t be incredibly challenging or totally miserable (you don’t need to suffer!), but it's also not going to be easy either. You gotta put in the effort if you want to see results! ⁠ Listen for a variety of strategic tips and tricks to make your next cut so much easier! 1. Ask yourself: Is it a good time to cut? ⁠ 2. You’ve done some sort of strength training 3. You spent 4-6 months at maintenance ⁠ 4. Your cut has an end date ⁠ 5. Don’t exclude your favorite foods. ⁠ 6. Drink half your weight in water each day. ⁠ 7. Consume high-volume foods. ⁠ 8. Don’t take a drastic calorie deficit at first⁠ 9. Don't be lazy⁠ 10. Meal prep⁠ 11. Consume protein with all meals ⁠ 12. Prioritize sleep⁠ 13. Try intermittent fasting ⁠ 14. Take measurements and progress photos⁠ ⁠ I hope you find these tips helpful to your fat loss journey! ⁠ Resources mentioned in this episode: Everything Macro Diet Cookbook: https://rstyle.me/+NoVhlWwfG1NZn4Qr0_nLiA 54 Throw Together Meals: https://carrotsncake.com/21-more-throw-together-meals/ CNC Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/macroscoaching/_saved/ How to make a power plate framework: https://carrotsncake.com/just-tell-eat-meal-plan-framework/ How to actually hit your protein goal: https://carrotsncake.ck.page/073e195127 ButcherBox - get FREE bacon for life: http://butcherbox.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=6&aff_id=1624 Mentorship waitlist: https://carrotsncake.ck.page/mmcwaitlist ***** If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and subscribe so you never have to miss an episode! Comments and questions can be sent to [email protected], and please join the Carrots ‘N’ Cake Community Group on Facebook. Follow me on Instagram @carrotsncake Subscribe for the latest updates and free resources: https://carrotsncake.ck.page/free