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post 1666623643 08-23-2022, 01:59 PM
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Is being shredded overrated?

I used to chase after the bulk and cut cycle years ago and even though I would get pretty lean but the muscle and strength I lost was awful. Besides competing/living on a beach 24/7 really worth being under 10%? Seems like 10-15% is a great range for men who lift.
post 1666623743 08-23-2022, 02:01 PM
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Need a pic of what you mean. 10% is different in everyone's eyes.

Also, what do you mean when you say worth it?
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post 1666623763 08-23-2022, 02:01 PM
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Everyone has to choose for themselves.

I never wanted to be shredded, I just wanted to be the biggest guy in the room.
post 1666623823 08-23-2022, 02:02 PM
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Absolutely. If you're under a TRUE 10% (likely way leaner than you think) as a natty, your gains will slowly dwindle along with your test and boners. You won't even care about being impotent either, cuz all you'll think about is food. You're also essentially guaranteeing at-least low-grade depression and some constant brain fog.

Sources: Been there, done that, regretted that
post 1666623873 08-23-2022, 02:03 PM
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Overrated for what?

Nope, being lean is sweet
post 1666625123 08-23-2022, 02:29 PM
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I would think most women prefer bigger men. Its just biology. Skinny guys cant protect you like a big man can.
post 1666625353 08-23-2022, 02:35 PM
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Originally Posted By ItsJamesthefin⏩
I used to chase after the bulk and cut cycle years ago and even though I would get pretty lean but the muscle and strength I lost was awful. Besides competing/living on a beach 24/7 really worth being under 10%? Seems like 10-15% is a great range for men who lift.
Ate the pizza with extra cheese, the fries too

Married a ten while weighing in at 265…benched 400 and took her out to Burger King to celebrate.

Have also been the other guy…abs that seemed to move on their own, dunked a volleyball, ran a 6:15 mile …no 10s in my life while weighing 155-170.
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post 1666625683 08-23-2022, 02:43 PM
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Originally Posted By Muzzlrpress⏩
Need a pic of what you mean. 10% is different in everyone's eyes.

Also, what do you mean when you say worth it?
Idk what % I was here but this was around my leanest



post 1666625793 08-23-2022, 02:45 PM
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its an extreme amount of work to stay single digit and be healthy and you live life hungry most of the day still unless you have a super good metabolism genetically

the muscle gains you can make there going high protein though and moderate carbs low fat and keep cardio in is really good. Its not fun, no "cool" cheat meals or big post leg day meals or any of that chit, but you grow, and you look good.
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post 1666625863 08-23-2022, 02:46 PM
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I mean no. I love working out, but I love the golf course more. I rather be at the golf course than spend an hour or 2 in the gym.
Truth is out there
post 1666626143 08-23-2022, 02:50 PM
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It seems people have a natural body composition. Some dudes just are shredded, for the guys who aren't, yea chasing that low body fat % will come with some sacrifices that go beyond discipline.
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post 1666626283 08-23-2022, 02:52 PM
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nobody natural walks around sub-10% truly (i'm open to being wrong).

But 12-15% yeah. abs still show and you can still eat.
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post 1666626743 08-23-2022, 03:00 PM
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It’s about the face
post 1666626793 08-23-2022, 03:01 PM
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Originally Posted By viccruise420⏩
It seems people have a natural body composition. Some dudes just are shredded, for the guys who aren't, yea chasing that low body fat % will come with some sacrifices that go beyond discipline.
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post 1666626893 08-23-2022, 03:02 PM
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I think it is.

I'm not saying that because I'm lazy, it's a pain in the ass to maintain abs year round. I like enjoying life and eating junk every now and then. I turn into a prick when I'm hungry and carb deprived.

Having abs is super cool and awesome to see, but I don't have a reason to have them unless I'm getting ready for a show.

It's easy for some people due to genetics, but that's not me.
Wort ew in th wold.
post 1666627653 08-23-2022, 03:20 PM
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It’s hard work, it’s not overrated. It’s worth it. Having everyone mire, haters accusing you of being on OJ, feels good mayne.

Lean for life crew.

I consider lean at any BF% where you are vascular and have abs / striations. For me, it’s probably around the 12% mark; took over a decade of lifting to get to this point. Don’t rush it, it’s a process. Just like anything in life, anything that’s hard will grant you enviable awards. Also, for those saying it’s hard to maintain, that’s not true. Once you achieve it, you know what it takes and you adapt to living a lifestyle that enables you to be lean 95% of the time. Dead Srs. Then again, I’m someone who lifts for athletic performance rather than ‘strength’ or to be big.
post 1666628373 08-23-2022, 03:34 PM
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Originally Posted By cutandrunmate⏩
It’s hard work, it’s not overrated. It’s worth it. Having everyone mire, haters accusing you of being on OJ, feels good mayne.

Lean for life crew.

I consider lean at any BF% where you are vascular and have abs / striations. For me, it’s probably around the 12% mark; took over a decade of lifting to get to this point. Don’t rush it, it’s a process. Just like anything in life, anything that’s hard will grant you enviable awards. Also, for those saying it’s hard to maintain, that’s not true. Once you achieve it, you know what it takes and you adapt to living a lifestyle that enables you to be lean 95% of the time. Dead Srs. Then again, I’m someone who lifts for athletic performance rather than ‘strength’ or to be big.
I don't miss watching what I eat and spending my summer hours at the gym nonstop. I love on my tjme to be at the driving range and slinging darts , I'm happier now than I was chasing my Gainez lol
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post 1666628503 08-23-2022, 03:37 PM
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12-14% while having a few fast days, and a few feast days, preferably not too close to each other
post 1666628553 08-23-2022, 03:38 PM
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Originally Posted By Foxmulder0⏩
I don't miss watching what I eat and spending my summer hours at the gym nonstop. I love on my tjme to be at the driving range and slinging darts , I'm happier now than I was chasing my Gainez lol
Depends. I feel amazing eating a healthy diet of fruit, veg, good carbs and protein. I feel like shizzle when I eat junk. I don’t find it hard to ‘watch’ what I eat, it’s been my lifestyle for a long time. Put it this way, I’d rather eat sushi over a McDonald’s hamburger any day of the weeK

Because i eat like this I don’t even need to count my macros. It’s very simple really
post 1666628583 08-23-2022, 03:39 PM
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Originally Posted By Foxmulder0⏩
I don't miss watching what I eat and spending my summer hours at the gym nonstop. I love on my tjme to be at the driving range and slinging darts , I'm happier now than I was chasing my Gainez lol
this will be me in about 4 months

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post 1666628853 08-23-2022, 03:42 PM
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Someone’s coping. Being shredded>being bulky
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natties will neither be shredded nor big

just choose which type of mediocrity you prefer and run with it
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post 1666629083 08-23-2022, 03:47 PM
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Originally Posted By Ratfish⏩
natties will neither be shredded nor big

just choose which type of mediocrity you prefer and run with it
Excuses. See Mike Rashid,Simeon Panda and Uliss Jr. lifetime natties big and shredded. People just don’t want to work hard
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Originally Posted By Ratfish⏩
natties will neither be shredded nor big

just choose which type of mediocrity you prefer and run with it
still waiting for you to get abs
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Originally Posted By AWSbruh⏩
Excuses. See Mike Rashid,Simeon Panda and Uliss Jr. lifetime natties big and shredded. People just don’t want to work hard
Eat Claen, anevar give up
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Originally Posted By AWSbruh⏩
Someone’s coping. Being shredded>being bulky
Coping that's cute. Lol at calling those two super hero looking bodybuilders natural.
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Originally Posted By ItsJamesthefin⏩
I used to chase after the bulk and cut cycle years ago and even though I would get pretty lean but the muscle and strength I lost was awful. Besides competing/living on a beach 24/7 really worth being under 10%? Seems like 10-15% is a great range for men who lift.
How are you supposed to cycle up a steep hill at 35 mph if you're not shredded?


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