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| Type | Practice |
| Note created | Feb 17, 2025 |
Cutting is a training phase whose purpose is to reduce body fat percentage while maintaining muscle. Cutting is done by entering a caloric deficit with a high protein intake to make up for it.
Protein intake
When cutting, it is expected to ingest 1.8g to 2.7g of proteins per bodyweight kilo each day of the phase (including rest days). If you are very lean, you should aim for the upper bound.
| Bodyweigth | Lower bound | Upper bound | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70kg | 126g | 189g | |
| 80kg | 140g | 216g |
Other supplements
It is also advised to use creatine when cutting, to enhance training performance and ensure that muscles are getting enough energy.