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Reverse Diet 2 - Week 4: Being Intentional

7/8/2015

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 Alright guys, I spent a while baselining and trying to figure out exactly where I was after not counting macros for about a month. I took an educated guess and started at 140C and noticed some weight gain so I decided it would be better to low-ball my starting calories rather than start too high. Keep in mind my calories were pretty low as I had lost weight up until this point.

Also, I am doing things a little differently with this reverse. I bought a new scale that is more accurate. My old one only measured to the nearest .5 and this one is to the nearest .1. Another difference is this time I am weighing myself every day and averaging out my weight for the week in order to make calorie increase decisions. Last time, I would only weigh once or twice a week.. and my weight can fluctuate hardcore so that's probably not the most accurate way to do it. This time I am not taking weekly bodyfat % measures because that had a very negative affect on me mentally last time. Right now, I just want to focus on increasing my metabolic rate with as little weight gain as possible. So without further ado...

REVERSE DIET 2 STATS:
(Click to view reverse diet 1 stats)

Date                 Weight (lb)        Protein (g)          Carbs         Fat          Total Cal
7.8.15              118.5                  120                      140             36            1364 (+58)
7.1.15              118.6                  120                      130             34            1306 (+58)
6.24.15            118.2                  120                      120             32            1248 (+58)
START                                          120                      110             30            1190

I've also started tracking specific volume for squat/deadlift/bench and strategically trying to increase that by about 500-1000 lbs every week. If you're interested, let me know and I'll post those stats as well! I think it's super important to be intentional and have specific long and short-term goals in the gym. I'm going to play those volume increases by ear based on how my body responds (fatigue, etc.).

I hope you guys have an amazing week! I've been perfecting my protein bar recipe.. the macros will be just like the macros on a quest bar, including fiber! So stay tuned for that. ;)

- C

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Ashley
7/9/2015 02:19:45 am

Love seeing this data! I've been tracking my data as well (nerd) and it's fascinating to see how the body responds to such small changes. I would really like to see your strength training plan as well! Ooh and can't wait for the Quest bar clone - at $2.35 a bar I'm not about that action all the time. :)

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Linds
7/10/2015 11:31:12 pm

Heyyyyyyy Beautiful, through my own reverse (#1) our stats and feelings are bout the same except wt, but I do not chk body fat, I do weigh daily to see the fluctuation and get a better idea as far as average goes, I've been on the lower, but this am considerably highee, sometimes that's a mental challenge to keep going but I do,.... bc restricting only equals binging, for me,... BUT wanted to say I feel you, can so relate and appreciate your honesty as always through your blog. Xo xo know you not alone, supported and luved by Him and many others xo..

Ps...what new scale did u get???? Brand etc

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