27M. I have lost 5 BMI points, down to 30 from 35, in 5-6 months. I did simple CICO and resistance training (PPL split).

I am a bit exhausted of the caloric deficit now and want a break. I have felt like this before and taken a maintenance phase of 1 week and then continued cutting. Now that I am no longer obese, I feel less inclined to continue.

Should I recompose at my current weight or should I continue cutting? Ultimately I do want to get to at least 28 BMI or lower.

Any help and advice is greatly appreciated.

  • stink@lemmygrad.mlEnglish
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    5 days ago

    Recomposition takes so much time IMO. I’d much rather rip off the bandaid and start from a clean slate. Was much better for my mental health to see progress at a faster rate

      • stink@lemmygrad.mlEnglish
        2·
        5 days ago

        It’s your personal preference! I have body image issues of my own that would steer me towards doing a cut, but if you’re happy with the progress you’ve been making then do what you want, congrats btw :)