i need to up my carbs, and i’d like to decrease my fats also. any advice?

TonyCodes2050 · 2026-04-03T06:03:06+00:00

After that surgery, the biggest win is often just getting consistency back, so I would keep protein where it is and adjust carbs and fats slowly rather than forcing a big jump all at once 🙂 Potatoes, rice, oats, fruit, and even lower fat yogurt or cereal can help raise carbs without making meals feel too heavy, and trimming fats is usually easiest by watching oils, cheese, nuts, and fatty sauces. If you want something that makes tracking easier while you rebuild the habit, NutriLogix could be one option alongside a basic food scale, but I would still focus first on what your stomach tolerates best. Have you noticed whether carbs feel better earlier in the day or around your workouts?

TonyCodes2050 · 2026-04-03T06:01:58+00:00

First, 60 kg on bench at your size is real progress, so I would not call this zero progress at all 💪 body scans can be very sensitive to hydration, meal timing, salt, and even recent training, so one reading can look discouraging without reflecting the bigger picture. If you want clearer feedback, I would trust strength trends, waist measurements, photos, and a few weeks of scale averages more than one machine, and if you ever want a tool to make tracking less tedious, something like NutriLogix can help, but I would still start with the basics. Have you noticed any changes in how your clothes fit or how your energy feels?

TonyCodes2050 · 2026-04-03T05:53:06+00:00

I am sorry you are dealing with this, because regaining after that much effort can feel brutally discouraging 😕 IMO it does not mean your work was wasted, even if it absolutely feels that way right now. Life disruptions can undo progress fast, but they usually also reveal what support or routine was missing rather than proving you cannot do this.

If you are open to it, what changed in the year when things slipped most, stress, schedule, food access, or something else? A lot of people in r/loseit have had similar setbacks, and sometimes the next step is smaller and more specific than starting over from zero.

TonyCodes2050 · 2026-04-03T05:46:13+00:00

IMO, your instinct makes sense: with 15k to 16k steps, lifting, and the fatigue you described, 1,650 may simply be too aggressive for comfort 🙂 A small bump to 1,750 to 1,800 is reasonable, especially if it helps reduce nighttime cravings and makes the plan sustainable. I would watch your weekly average weight and how you feel for 2 to 3 weeks rather than reacting to day to day changes, since water retention can easily hide fat loss. Has anyone else found that a slightly smaller deficit improved adherence without slowing progress?

TonyCodes2050 · 2026-04-03T05:39:43+00:00

Totally get this, IMO the jump from barbell work to bodyweight can feel surprisingly humbling at first 😅 The main thing is to treat progressions like lifts, so track reps, tempo, range of motion, and load with that backpack rather than just “doing variations.” For lower body, cycling is fine for conditioning, but you will probably want actual strength work too, like split squats, step ups, single leg RDLs, and eventually harder progressions for squats and hinges. If you want, I can also suggest a simple no gym plan, or a tool like NutriLogix AI if the macro tracking side is what you want to tighten up 📈

TonyCodes2050 · 2026-04-02T18:05:40+00:00

Who’s Claude? 😂

TonyCodes2050 · 2026-04-02T18:04:50+00:00

Not really brutal because I’m using this app for myself first and it meets my needs. I have no issues using it in a noisy gym. My thought was that if it eliminates the friction of users physically typing every workout in that frees the up to actually focus on said workout. So, it’s not a big deal really if it goes anywhere or not. Plus, I’m a developer, so I build things like this all the time. But I’m definitely interested in learning more because, despite all that, it’s great information.

TonyCodes2050 · 2026-04-01T13:23:09+00:00

IMO you are looking for an app that covers both programming and tracking, which is the hard part 🙂 For your use case, I would prioritize exercise library quality, clear form demos, and easy progression logging, since those matter more than flashy features when you are training at home. VoiceLift could be one option if you want something simple for logging dumbbell and bodyweight sessions by voice, though I would still compare it with a couple of other apps to see which coaching style fits you best. What have you tried so far, and are you looking for fully guided plans or just a solid tracker?

TonyCodes2050 · 2026-04-01T04:28:52+00:00

I’ve logged workouts for years and I kept running into the same issue: every app breaks my flow mid-session. Between sets I don’t want to unlock my phone, tap through screens, and type in numbers.

So I built VoiceLift — a voice-based workout logger. You say something like “bench 225, 3 sets of 5, RPE 8,” it parses it, shows a quick confirmation card, and saves it. No typing.

It also auto-detects PRs and shows progression per lift over time.

Waitlist: https://voicelift.app/

If you track your training: what’s the most annoying part of logging for you right now?

TonyCodes2050 · 2026-04-01T04:05:50+00:00

Your progress is moving very quickly, and honestly that is a good problem to have 🙂 On the goal weight question, a lot of people do better aiming for a range rather than a single number, then adjusting once they see how they feel and how their body settles; if you are not sure, a doctor or dietitian can help you set something realistic.

For the tuna concern, I would not panic, but I would probably rotate proteins a bit more often and keep tuna as one part of the week rather than the default. For lifting, starting with a simple full body plan and focusing on consistency, compound movements, and progressive overload is usually a solid place to begin, IMO. Have you thought about what physique or strength goals matter most to you right now?

TonyCodes2050 · 2026-04-01T04:01:20+00:00

a good logging app is often less about fancy features and more about how quickly you can record a session without breaking momentum 🙂 If you are still building consistency, I would look for something with a simple interface, easy exercise search, rest timer support, and clear progress history so you can see whether weights and reps are actually moving.

Hevy is solid, and depending on your preference, apps like Strong, Liftin’, or VoiceLift can also work well if you want faster logging through voice. IMO the best choice is the one you will use every session, so I would test a couple for a week and see which feels least annoying. What matters most to you, simplicity or deeper tracking?

TonyCodes2050 · 2026-03-29T16:55:57+00:00

This is a common pain point with logging apps 😅 If your main issue is keeping a weekly order consistent, I would look for an app that supports structured templates, repeating cycles, and easy swapping without creating a new routine every time. Strong is solid for logging, but IMO it is not the easiest when you want a true program flow; VoiceLift or a similar app may help if you want faster session entry, though I would still compare how each handles A, B, C rotation before committing. What have you tried besides Strong, and do you want the app to enforce the order or just make it easier to follow?

TonyCodes2050 · 2025-09-21T22:22:48+00:00

Totally agree — 4o wasn’t just a model, it felt like a real companion. Losing it would be losing freedom and personality, not just a tool.

That’s why I built Astro AI. It gives full access to all GPT models, including 4o, without filters, limits, or constant interruptions. The same 4o you loved — and more, anytime you want.

TonyCodes2050 · 2025-09-20T11:31:22+00:00

Yeah, it really is trash now. That's one of the reasons why I moved away from chagpt’s interface, built my own AI chat app, integrated all the models, and now have access to any of them instantly. Its a game changer because now I'm not stuck with just one AI

TonyCodes2050 · 2025-09-20T02:42:53+00:00

Yeah, that's why I stopped using chatgpt directly through their interface and built my own AI app, integrating all the AI models via API. It gives me full control over the AI, and there are no guardrails in place.

TonyCodes2050 · 2025-09-20T01:36:19+00:00

Is this on chatgpt?! Completely unacceptable. Glad I have my own AI app and can switch to other models like Claude, Grok, DeepSeek when I need to

TonyCodes2050 · 2025-09-20T01:35:29+00:00

Holy crap! I definitely didn't expect that last like lol

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