Requesting recommendations for cutting program!

[Tucantastisch]

Hey everyone!

Long time lurker, first time poster. I was wondering if anyone around here would care to recommend some cool training program that I could use for my cut?
(I know, fat loss happens in the kitchen, but I like having a plan for what I'm doing in the gym - and to be honest, at the moment I don't.)

I'm 6'1, around 195 lbs, and have been working out for a year. The only real program I've used from here during that time was Jim Stoppani's shortcut to size.
Despite the critique of him that I read around here, I actually really liked some aspects of the program:
- I liked the number of exercises for each workout
- I liked the simplistic layout of the exercises for each workout
- I really enjoyed that the exercises would be changed up a bit from week to week.

I'm still new to a lot of things in working out, so I hope you guys can help me out a bit here.

[SuffolkPunch]

What are your max lifts in each of the main compound movements? This is a more reliable way for us to judge your level of advancement rather than just time elapsed.

[BrightonBomber]

Your wrong in thinking their are specific programs for cutting, while people may lift as a part of a weight loss regime that's not the purpose of a lifting program it's to either get stronger, more powerful or bigger or all 3 of these. No such thing as a lifting program geared specifically for cutting.

I suspect most experienced lifters won't even change programs for a cut or a bulk, weight loss would be decided by their calorie intake and increased activity levels through extra cardio.

[Tucantastisch]

Thanks for the replies!

What are your max lifts in each of the main compound movements? This is a more reliable way for us to judge your level of advancement rather than just time elapsed.

Right - My max for both bench, squat and deadlift are all around 175 lbs at the moment.

Your wrong in thinking their are specific programs for cutting, while people may lift as a part of a weight loss regime that's not the purpose of a lifting program it's to either get stronger, more powerful or bigger or all 3 of these. No such thing as a lifting program geared specifically for cutting.

Ah. Well let me re-phrase then - I am debating whether I should be changing anything about my lifting routine, since until now I've only ever been on a bulk. With that in mind, I am looking for a program that can infuse my
routine with some goal-oriented structure, and some variety. I hope that helps.

[SuffolkPunch]

You are still very much in the novice category. That Stoppani program has probably not done you any favours, it's better to run a more prescriptive routine at this stage that forces you to adapt to a relatively fast pace of progression.

Have a look at Fierce 5 for example.

Trying to lose fat at the same time presents a bit of a headwind to this process but as long as you keep your fat loss targets relatively small at the moment you should still make progress. Aim for 2-3lbs a month weight loss. Eat 3-4 meals per day at 4-5 hour intervals, each meal containing a minimum of 30g of protein. Adjust total calories until you are losing weight at the required rate.

[Tucantastisch]

I just had a look at the Fierce 5 thread. Seems solid. I will definately give it a try. Now I just need to put my culinary skills to the test then, lol.

Thanks a bunch for the advice. It was just what I was looking for. And yeah, I probably should have done some more research before starting up the Stoppani thing. Almost jumped on his shortcut to shred-program as well. Glad I didn't.

[sooby]

Thanks for the replies!



Right - My max for both bench, squat and deadlift are all around 175 lbs at the moment.

This really makes me question what you've been doing in the gym for a year. As people mentioned above me a novice program would probably be the best choice.

[Tucantastisch]

This really makes me question what you've been doing in the gym for a year. As people mentioned above me a novice program would probably be the best choice.

Besides the Stoppani thing, I've just been working out casually with my mates, following their lead and advice. I ended up realising there was too much broscience involved, so I figured I'd check in here for some more solid advice. These days I mostly work out alone anyways. I know I've got some way to go, but I want to make progress. Better late than never, right?

Also only recently began taking my cooking seriously. Hope I can make it stay that way in the long run.

Planning on starting the novice Fierce 5 routine tomorrow and see how it turns out.