Social Life killing my Cut

[Broksi96]

Hey boyos, long time lurker, first time poster.

Been cutting since October, always been relatively lean and athletic, but never had those washboard abs I want.

Been seeing good results, but at the point where 1 weekend of going out kills my weekly progress and I'm going in circles.

I have a very active social life and it just seems that there's always something new whether it's a bachelor party, visiting friends, city trips, etc.

What do you brahs do to compensate for a weekend trip or a big night out? Thx

[GSXRMax]

same logic as eating less rather than doing the cardio to create the deficit.

don't go out.

[Tyler2106]

I'm not sure "not going out" is something you want to do. A social life is fun and you should have one even if on a cut. But, you need to use self control during these social events. You don't have to go out and drink a bunch or over eat. Keep your cut in mind when you're out. Order salads or something low calorie. Don't drink as much. There has to be sacrifices somewhere. It sucks but that's the only way you can do it. Try and plan ahead by looking at menu options that fit your calories for the day. If you know you'll be eating a lot of calories, try to consume less leading up to the event. I have a birthday party this weekend that I'm already planning my meals around. I can go out and be social while still sticking to my daily goals. Win win.

[anonymous]

fast

it's that easy

[Broksi96]

fast

it's that easy

I already do IF, or do you mean fast for a whole day after a night of going out?

[anonymous]

I already do IF, or do you mean fast for a whole day after a night of going out?

don't eat or drink until you go out and stop smoking weed

[Broksi96]

don't eat or drink until you go out and stop smoking weed

Idk man thats a bold move. On an empty stomach I'd be black out after 6 beers, and then there's 0 chance I'm not gonna binge.

[AngusPeppered]

Sounds like you have to decide if your abs are worth sacrificing your social life for. Luckily and unluckily I'm not close to that stage yet but I would have a very hard time justifying staying in "for the gainz brah"

[Tyler2106]

Idk man thats a bold move. On an empty stomach I'd be black out after 6 beers, and then there's 0 chance I'm not gonna binge.

I think it's annoying when people complain they can't hit their fitness goals but then make no sacrifices to meet those goals. No one is forcing you to drink so much. No one is forcing you to eat junk food while going out with friends. You know what you need to do to get the body you desire. Either do it or stop complaining that you can't have the social life you want and the body you desire.

Good luck, OP.

[Broksi96]

Sounds like you have to decide if your abs are worth sacrificing your social life for. Luckily and unluckily I'm not close to that stage yet but I would have a very hard time justifying staying in "for the gainz brah"

Well said brah.

I'm not an alcoholic or anything, but if i'm going out I want to enjoy myself, not think about my cut. Think about that chit enough during the weekdays. Kudos to people who can go out and not drink.

[Broksi96]

I think it's annoying when people complain they can't hit their fitness goals but then make no sacrifices to meet those goals. No one is forcing you to drink so much. No one is forcing you to eat junk food while going out with friends. You know what you need to do to get the body you desire. Either do it or stop complaining that you can't have the social life you want and the body you desire.

Good luck, OP.

Nah you're right man, if it was that easy everyone would have washboard abs i guess. Thanks i'd rep if I knew how/had the power

[Serpentarius]

going out doesnt need to involve eating or drinking, you only do that because you feel you need to so you can fit in with the rest of society

[anonymous]

if i have plans with a girl i won't eat the whole day and by the end of the night i barely hit maintenance 3 beers about 600 cals food about 1500 cals

like i said it's not that hard

[MrM27]

Idk man thats a bold move. On an empty stomach I'd be black out after 6 beers, and then there's 0 chance I'm not gonna binge.

At some point you're going to have to make adult decisions. You either keep doing what and not complain about your busy social life or you can realize that going out doesn't mean you have to have 6 beers or 10 beers or whatever. Adult choices.

[Ribocop]

Bulimia

[oncewasinshape]

Why not find people that have similar goals bodywise as you? My best friend jumped on the train at the same time as me. Lifting weights, diet, etc so it's much easier for us to avoid social situations that would hinder our progress. It's tough if all of your friends want to go out and party but if you meet some new ones and enjoy maybe 1-2 outings a week and do other things during the week that might help.

[BisonPride222]

"Don't go out" is honestly the worst advice in here. Having a healthy relationship with going out is the best way to go about this. Unless you're getting paid to do this it is NEVWR worth giving up your friends over. Be sensible, have 3 Jim Beam and Diets, that's like 250cals and enough to be buzzed, don't feel like you have to have 10 brers. That's not good for the wallet or the diet lol. But seriously. Just be smart about it