How should Teenagers cut fat

[brutus0]

How can teenagers cut fat safely? Majority of users on here recommend teenagers to not cut unless you are obese and to just lift and eat healthy. But how are we supposed to lose fat if we are not actively cutting calories since you have to be in a caloric deficit to lose weight.


I am 6'4 231lbs 17-18% BF, 16 yrs old

[brutus0]

How can teenagers cut fat safely? Majority of users on here recommend teenagers to not cut unless you are obese and to just lift and eat healthy. But how are we supposed to lose fat if we are not actively cutting calories since you have to be in a caloric deficit to lose weight.


I am 6'4 231lbs 17-18% BF, 16 yrs old

Also I am aware of the sticky "Under 18" BUT It makes no sense since you cant lose fat while eating at maintenance so you have to be in a caloric deficit

[snailsrus]

Also I am aware of the sticky "Under 18" BUT It makes no sense since you cant lose fat while eating at maintenance so you have to be in a caloric deficit

we are not doctors, we will not tell minors how to lose weight or give advice to them. It can cause long term damage or other things like an unhealthy relationship with food/exercise. If you want diet advice talk to your doctor

[brutus0]

we are not doctors, we will not tell minors how to lose weight or give advice to them. It can cause long term damage or other things like an unhealthy relationship with food/exercise. If you want diet advice talk to your doctor

do u think its possible to lose fat while not going on a caloric deficit? is it different for teenagers

[AlexSays]

do u think its possible to lose fat while not going on a caloric deficit? is it different for teenagers

It is possible to lose fat at maintenance, it is just a slower process and tends to work better if you are new to lifting (better nutrient partitioning). Also as you are still growing and your body is starting to develop its adult muscle your ability to recomp is better.

The point is that on this forum it is a general policy. Unless your weight is causing you health problems it is wiser not to cut, you are still growing, your hormones etc are still developing, your health and mental health is more important than your abs at this point.

[Luclin999]

We don't advise children to go on diets because...

1. They are minors and should be talking to their parents about health issues.

2. Serious alterations or deficiencies in diet can cause developmental issues during periods of adolescent growth.

[safcpaul]

It is possible. Try walking at least 15min everyday.

I love your posts. 'Walk 15 mins a day to lose weight'. How do you bulk up? ' 'start walking daily'. How do you solve world poverty? ' think about it over a walk ' . if i eat a big takeaway everyday will i lose weight? ' yes if you walk afterwards'

[brutus0]

Going on a cut anyway

very low calories and high protein till i get to 210lbs

[Luclin999]

Going on a cut anyway

very low calories and high protein till i get to 210lbs

If you want to do something stupid, then I suppose that's what being a teenager is all about.

/rollseyes

[brutus0]

If you want to do something stupid, then I suppose that's what being a teenager is all about.

/rollseyes

At least I will have abs again and 210lbs is still heavy for 6'4 whats the worst that could happen

[SuffolkPunch]

Going on a cut anyway

very low calories and high protein till i get to 210lbs

The answer to your question is that you can't lose weight without being in a deficit. Teenagers are still growing and shouldn't use a large deficit. If you do what I suggest in the sticky thread and eat wholefoods and let your appetite be your guide you will still lose fat in a healthy way.

But you seem to have made your mind up - so don't ask for any more help here unless you actually plan on listening to the advice of experienced and knowledgeable posters.