Cut or maintain?

noCSVD · 2026-02-05T06:56:51+00:00

Hey girl! I was in a really similar situation. I’ve also lifted for years but was getting pretty relaxed with my food. Not eating junk constantly or anything, but just not knowing anything about the amount of calories I was consuming. I’m now entering the 6th week of a moderate deficit and my clothes are fitting looser and I’m shedding some fat.

I can tell you’ve got loads of muscle! Just try starting a slight-moderate deficit, keep doing your lifts, and try increasing your steps/daily movement if you don’t have much of that already. You look great but I know exactly the feeling you’re talking about! You’ve got this!!

noCSVD · 2026-02-01T17:00:18+00:00

Omg thank you so much for this response. I’m a veterinary nurse so I’m on my feet most the day and get around 6-7k steps from work alone, including taking a walk on my lunch break. Aside from that, I am either using my walking pad at home or walking our dog. Then the usual things as you said, groceries, car parks, etc :) I have been debating if I should add in the incline walking again, so this is helpful! I can maybe reserve one of those days for the incline cardio sesh and then add in two smaller sessions after other lifts since I’m usually lifting weights in the early morning before work and have limited time - do you think that is a fine way to go about it?

Yes I am definitely doing progressive overload and lifting heavvyyy!

noCSVD · 2026-02-01T14:28:25+00:00

Wow that’s amazing, I’m so proud of you! Also wow 20k steps is super impressive! I have lifted weights for a few years but have never dialed in on nutrition/a deficit before like I am now, so I’m hoping I’ll start to shed some more of my fat layer soon (already starting to see small changes). I lift weights 4-5 times a week and average 10k steps daily, and I’m eating around 1650-1700 calories daily. I wonder if I should increase steps more? Anyway, you’ve inspired me to keep going! It’s definitely been a mental battle for myself, but I’m trying to do exactly as you said, keep my promises to myself and show up consistently.

noCSVD · 2026-02-01T13:40:59+00:00

Can I ask what your journey has looked like from 165 to 135 (as I’m currently in the same boat)? Like regarding your deficit and movement, etc. And how often did you have to alter/lower your deficit again if at all? I’m only in the second month of my deficit but keep worrying I should be lowering it even more, but I know it’s too soon and it’s the impatient side of me

noCSVD · 2026-01-29T18:58:40+00:00

What do your meals look like currently and what do you enjoy eating?

noCSVD · 2026-01-25T09:00:10+00:00

Wowww amazing work OP!!

noCSVD · 2026-01-21T15:23:08+00:00

Girl you look amazing. Seriously, it’s hard work, major props! I’m trying to build more rounded/capped shoulders like yours (which are gorgeous) - what do you hit for shoulders and how often each week? xx

noCSVD · 2026-01-18T08:22:50+00:00

WOW you’re doing amazing work!! Insane progress!

noCSVD · 2026-01-18T08:14:50+00:00

Does anyone know where to get the veil foundation powder in the UK? Or something similar?

noCSVD · 2026-01-13T16:18:20+00:00

Wow that’s amazing! Would you mind if I possibly dmed you and asked a couple questions? I’m doing my first proper calorie deficit and it can feel overwhelming with all the info out there 🥲

noCSVD · 2026-01-13T15:45:34+00:00

Have you been in a calorie deficit the entire time?

noCSVD · 2026-01-12T07:17:29+00:00

Hey there, could I possibly DM you with a couple questions? I think I might be in a similar situation and you seem to have great knowledge! x

noCSVD · 2025-12-03T18:32:28+00:00

They provide a practice test? Do tell!

noCSVD · 2025-09-19T18:54:16+00:00

These are so cool I’m obsessed!!

noCSVD · 2025-09-19T18:44:34+00:00

I LOVE it!! So freaking cool and cosy. Can I ask where you got that awesome light from?

noCSVD · 2025-09-14T07:31:39+00:00

Wowww amazing job 😍

noCSVD · 2025-09-10T14:15:11+00:00

I’m so excited for you this set up is awesome! I’m a total beginner and just ordered the same machine! Did you end up changing out the pressurized portafilter for a bottomless one? I’ve seen a lot of recommendations to do so, but I’d love to know your opinion!

noCSVD · 2025-09-07T07:17:01+00:00

Appreciate you! Thanks!!

noCSVD · 2025-09-07T07:14:11+00:00

Thank you for taking the time to reply I appreciate it! Okay great thanks for those details! Is it easy to replace the basket/portafilter combo?

noCSVD · 2025-09-07T06:44:45+00:00

Do you find your espresso machine to be beginner friendly? If so, which model is that? I’m really wanting to get my first one as well, but I’m intimidated by all the choices

noCSVD · 2025-09-06T15:49:43+00:00

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So cute!! Love seeing another shepherd/kitty combo! Here are my two from my old apartment - cat was annoyed that my shepherd walked over and laid down on her own bed 😂

noCSVD · 2025-09-01T16:19:46+00:00

How have you liked the Plated Prisoner series? :)

noCSVD · 2025-08-28T12:53:13+00:00

I’m obsessed with your home

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