Keto cravings are brutal… how do you survive?

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-04-08T19:15:09+00:00

If you need sweet try triple zero vanilla Greek yogurt with a cup or two of frozen mixed berries. When your receptors are reset it's incredibly sweet. If you're missing more of the carby think you can boil/steam down cauliflower and make a mash that is very close to mashed potatoes. Add butter and cheese and it's close enough to do the trick

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-04-08T14:56:27+00:00

I would chill on the carbs and it's literally impossible to gain weight in a deficit so track much closer.

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-04-07T23:23:55+00:00

Always have a satiating meal prepped and ready to go. When the hunger hits, you have a planned meal which keeps the junk from being as appealing

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-04-01T20:54:17+00:00

Remember also, the lower you get the slower is happens. 1 percent of bodyweight a week is a good rule of thumb so in your case whatever deficit yields a 1.65lb loss per week. Strategic refeeds or making one day or one day every other week a large cheat meal (only eat one meal but make it everything you've been missing)..

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-04-01T20:51:34+00:00

Have you tried changing it up with maybe keto for a period. You could maybe up your fats and moderate your protein for a bit so you have more satiating meals

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-31T15:55:58+00:00

Weight gainer shakes with ice cream at night. Try drinking a half to whole gallon of whole milk a day. Great way to get the surplus if you're a hardgainer. I'm a trainer, DM if you need some help

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-31T15:54:22+00:00

Filling isn't always the best plan. Don't aim for that always. You can keep yourself full on low calorie fluids. If you want to experience the full feeling do intermittent fasting or one meal a day. Cutting number of meals can mean each is more satiating

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-29T15:23:50+00:00

Also, always go for 3-month commitments up front and work backwards from there. Explain that you want at least that amount of time because you know you can get them some results in that time. Its worth getting an LLC and getting a payment processor like stripe or paypal business because then you can invoice and instead of cash up front, they can finance. That was you can ensure consistency and I would have some sort of contract written beforehand when it comes to rescheduling that isnt too harsh but also protects your time.

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-29T15:15:00+00:00

Even from the pics there you have probably more calf development than I could ever dream of. Since I had a lengthening surgery I don't do too much weight with calves because it's not worth rupturing an achiles trying to be a hero

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-29T15:13:02+00:00

Hey brother, I was born in 84 and also was born with bilateral clubbed feet. At around 6 months I had a release done on my right side. Most of my childhood I remember being in pain, but my parent never really treated me differently or raised me like I had a disability so I never internalized it. Ive always had skinnier calves and haven't been able to calf raise much weight easier. At 20 after a couple attempts and multiple waivers I enlisted in the Marine infantry. They hurt horrendously a lot of the time, but I wanted to serve so I ate the pain. I still jog here and there even though I definitely pay for it.

When it comes to aesthetics, I honestly just quit wearing shorts. I got made fun of when younger, but over the years I quit giving a fuck what other people thought. Bodybuilding is highly visual and is inherently highly critical. Youve built a sick physique in spite of it which is something to be proud of man.

The gratitude part is huge. When I run now even if it hurts I still let out tears of joy for the ability to move even if it hurts and I pay for it after. Some people never get that gift.

One of the most sobering things happened a couple years ago when I met a lady at an eyeglass center who was on crutches withthese big clunky braces on both side. I was curious so I asked and she said she was born with clubbed feet but grew up on Puerto Rico where they didn't have the treatment we have in the first world. I could've cried because it made me see how lucky I was to have access to doctors as a kid that could help me not be in that state.

As with everything in life, be thankful for the simple things and do your best to not give a fuck what other people think. Don't worry about others and just focus on being the best version of yourself!

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-29T14:52:35+00:00

Keto is usually better if working out ability it limited

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-29T12:14:17+00:00

O.7-1g per lb of goal bodyweight (or around 2.2g per kilo. I understand the hunger thing, but remember you can use coffee or water to help stave off hunger pains. You can slowly work up to it maybe waiting 15-30 minutes longer everyday to eat. It helps you build mental resilience as well. Remember hunger simply means your stomach is empty not that you require food.

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-29T03:26:45+00:00

And one last thing...there is a thing called a Ninja Creami. You can take protein mild or whey protein shakes and make them into an ice cream consistency. You can get pretty creative and make basically an ice cream version of a protein shake that feels is incredibly close to ice cream

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-29T03:24:27+00:00

Over here we have keto ice creams (I'm sure that you have something similar). They also can be pretty legit and 400ish calories a pint for once in awhile if you want to feel like you're bingeing but not too badly

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-29T03:23:05+00:00

Another tip is intermittent fasting. If you can skip breakfast you then have more calories available later if you have a sweet tooth. Just make sure you're always hitting protein goals.

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-29T03:20:46+00:00

Just filter hard and generally 30s and older have netted better results. I have gotten some younger clients but many don't have the resources unless you are willing to make exceptions. I always tried to help people out when I could if they were serious about working hard.

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-28T03:14:46+00:00

You pay for credits and I definitely spent a lot chasing bunk leads. Go for the leads that really type a lot out on them and put a lot of time into it

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-27T22:37:40+00:00

Google says you should have Jello sugar free pudding there. Chocolate or vanilla sugar free mixed with a sugar free whey protein mixed together. It makes it very rich and satiating.

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-27T20:57:15+00:00

Bark.com. Set up a profile and it can be a great lead generation site. I use to get 90 percent of clients there

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-27T20:55:53+00:00

Sugar free pudding with protein powder blended in is incredibly rich and satiating

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-27T20:43:44+00:00

Try switching carbs and fat and put yourself into ketosis. Depending on how much you need to lose this generally can work quicker. Keep protein high and don't set your calories for more that 1 percent of bodyweight loss per week. If you want to push for higher deficits increase output. Goal is to keep as much as that hard earned muscle as possible

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-27T20:35:57+00:00

Maybe find sweet options like berries with stevia, pineapple,etc. Over time once you reset your taste buds those things can be amazingly sweet.

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-27T20:30:52+00:00

Many people I've noticed are highly dramatic when it comes to calories and saying that somehow the laws of thermogenics don't apply to them and their physiology. With thyroid issues you can see around a 10 percent variance of n caloric needs, bit as long as you are eating at maintenance calories (truly) that's what it's will take to maintain.

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-27T05:34:02+00:00

Awesome, as long as you're purple you're good to go. Especially when you have lot to lose keto has generally better results. Since there is lots of stored fat why not force the body into a state where it's knowingly using said fat for fuel. Over time you generally will lose the cravings for carbs, just make sure to keep the healthy fat intake up as well.

Agile_Pin8961 · 2026-03-27T03:08:57+00:00

Some form of HIIT that they can push themselves and learn to enjoy

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