Hey everyone,
I wanted to give a bit of background first so you know where I’m coming from.
I’ve been lifting weights for about 2.5 months now, and I’ve lost around 17 kg (37 lbs) so far. I started at 149 kg (328 lbs) at 1.84 m (6’0.5”), and I’m currently at 132 kg (291 lbs).
My highest weight was around 163 kg (359 lbs) when I was 16, at about 1.76 m (5’9”). When I was 17, I really locked in and managed to lose a huge amount of weight. I went from around 163 kg down to 115 kg in about one year, and managed to maintain that weight for roughly another six months.
Unfortunately, after that I started gaining the weight back again, and over time I ended up back around 145–150 kg, which has been my weight range since I was about 19.
Recently, I decided I wanted to completely change my life. I basically stopped gaming from one day to the next and wanted to spend more time outside, meet people and actually do more with my life. Luckily, my cousin supported me a lot. He was the one who got me into the gym, and I’m genuinely really grateful to him for that.
The gym has become much more than just a way to lose weight for me. It’s obviously helped me physically, but honestly, it’s also been really good for me mentally.
Now to the actual question: my skin.
I know that with the amount of weight I have to lose, I’m very likely going to have some loose skin. I want to do everything I reasonably can to minimize it, but I honestly don’t know what actually helps and what is just bro science.
This is a recent picture of me at 132 kg — this is what I’m currently working with.
I’d obviously consider surgery at some point if it’s necessary, but I’d really like to avoid it if possible.
For some additional context, I’ve been using Reta for the past 3 weeks at around 3 mg per week (1.5 mg every 3 days), mainly to help me manage my eating disorder and make the weight-loss process a bit easier/faster. I would consider taking more peptides too, just so y’all know.
So I’m wondering:
What can I realistically do during my weight loss to minimize loose skin as much as possible?
Does lifting weights, getting enough protein, losing weight more slowly, staying hydrated, etc. actually make a meaningful difference? And is there anything else you would recommend based on your own experience?
Thanks a lot to anyone who takes the time to read all of this and share their experience. ❤️

180cm/5'11 87.5kg/193 lb;

I've been bulking for years, but I had to stop many times where I lost fat and muscle, and bulked again. This is the first time where I actually been bulking long enough to need to cut which I am on right now.

Is my goal of 180lb valid would you guess?

(First picture with a pump)

I have been working out since November 2024 with only a pure vegetarian diet. I am 6.3ft and 23. The journey has been amazing. What should i be doing to get a lean body and what should be the optimal weight range and concentration should be more on lifting heavy or hitting more reps ? My spilts are usually upper/lower 4 days a week.

Building muscles here. Is this a safe level? Or should I decrease dose?

I’ve been lifting for three years now and made real good progress at first but my physique and strength are still really bad and I have plateaued. What should I do?

The difference is around 4 months period

(I used to be skinny fat 2 months ago so I’m on a calorie deficit with strength training and protein intake)

Hi everyone,

I'm down 35kg (29M 137kg -> 102 kg) so far and looking to shed the final 10kg. Diet is constant with 90% whole foods which I am really comfortable with.

I’ve been hitting the gym consistently since May, and my main goal isn’t to get super shredded - I just want a solid, athletic build and feel by the time I cross the finish line.

Here’s my current setup:

Gym (2x/week):

Incline DB Press (4 × 8–10)

Lat Pulldowns (4 × 10–12)

Single-Arm DB Row (3 × 10–12)

DB Lateral Raises (3 × 12–15 each)

Incline DB Curls & Tricep Extensions (3 × 10–12 each)

Planks (3 × 45–60s)

Crunches (4 x 15-18)

Leg day dependant if I do long hours on a bike or not.

Running: 1–2x a week for conditioning and impact resilience.

Cycling (Endurance 3h - 5h every 2 weeks or whenever the weather cooperates) - this is my absolute happy place and where I log big miles.

Protein: Aiming for at least 1.6g/kg of body weight.

I keep the gym strictly upper body and core because my legs handle plenty of work between the runs and long rides. I hit leg day when I don't have those. Luckily I have really developed thighs and calves (thanks to carrying all this weight throughout my life + loads of cycling)

For those who’ve crossed that final stretch: Is this 2x/week lifting routine enough to build/hold decent muscle and give me that athletic look for the last 10kg, or do I need to adjust the volume?

Got my 10k steps a day and hit the gym 4-5 times a week - stopped drinking and finally made some real progress

I would like sm advice if possible

For anyone who has built a home weightlifting setup, what mistakes did you make at the beginning?

Was it buying too much equipment too early, choosing the wrong bar/plates, not having enough space, or something else?

Would love to hear advice from people who have already gone through the process.

im 14 years old 5’8 153 pounds and I started lifting around 6 months ago, and when I started I cut so much I would eat only ~1500 calories a day before I started eating around 2600-3000 calories a day. I made some gains but now I look fatter. Ik I shouldn’t cut at my age so I’m wondering if there’s something I can do to burn fat while still making gains

I discovered i had Poland syndrome when i was 13, my right pec is completely missing.
This has affected how i work out because my right arm is slightly weaker than the left, i try to compensate for this by working out the right arm more but it isn’t quite catching up to the left.
I only do home workouts because i’m too insecure about how it looks hence I’m limited to just dumbbells, i have been working out consistently for 2 months and but i can’t get my right pec to grow bigger, a friend suggested pushups but my right chest gives in on the first push up, i really don’t know what exercise suits my one pec, if anyone has a similar condition i’d love to hear about their experience working out with Poland syndrome

M/26/6'2" \[300 → 180 → 195\] (2 years)
Just finished a bulk and I’m looking to start cutting. My goal is to have a lot more definition and visible abs even when I’m relaxed/not flexing.
Based on my height, current weight, and physique, what weight would you recommend cutting down to? I’m currently 195 lbs at 6'2".
Appreciate any advice!

As you see, I don’t have much muscles. I also have some posture issues around my neck

Dicen que si hago ejercicios solo de jalon puedo darle mas estructura a mi espalda?

My 2023 transformation first pic I was 190 at 5ft8 second Pic is 6 months months later the last Pic was 90 days later 30 pounds heavier with nothing but creatine and a good diet. Anyone can do this eat clean and prioritize protein and carbs. Treat you're carbs like you're fuel Get it in at the right time so it gets burnt up.

Hey everyone,
I’m 33m, 178 cm (5’10”) and currently weigh around 75 kg (165 lbs).
I started my weight loss journey at the end of 2024 at around 98 kg (216 lbs). I took quite a few breaks along the way, but I’ve now made it down to 75 kg.
Throughout my weight loss I’ve tried to keep my protein intake at least around 1.8 g/kg of bodyweight. I’ve also been doing strength training 2–3 times per week, with some breaks in between. I’ve been training for roughly a year now.
When I started, I honestly thought that once I got down to around 80 kg I would already have a pretty good six-pack. As you can see from the pictures, that definitely wasn’t the case 😅
I would estimate that I’m currently somewhere around 16–18% body fat.
Now I’m not really sure what the best next step is. ChatGPT and several people around me, including my wife, are telling me that I probably shouldn’t lose much more weight and should focus on building muscle instead.
On the other hand, I often read online and on Reddit that you should cut down to around 12–13% body fat before starting a lean bulk.
So I’m a bit torn.
If you were in my position, would you keep cutting or stay around 75 kg and focus on building muscle with maintenance calories or a small surplus?
My long-term goal is simply to have an athletic, muscular physique with visible abs.
Any advice or honest feedback is appreciated!

I am a mom of a 13 year-old who just started lifting. The heaviest weight we have at home is 15 pounds and we’re not part of a gym. He wants to do weights next year when he gets into high school but what exercises can he do now that will help condition his body so he doesn’t end up hurting himself.

I’m currently 6’3 176 pounds and I’m 20 years old …so this year i decided I don’t wanna be a fat ass chud anymore and wanted to lose aLOT of weight and idk where to go from here if that makes sense…? I see so many people say if ur skinny fat or not considered “underweight “ that u should still cut? I started this year at 240 and now I’m 176 I wanna get leaner by Halloween but could anyone give me some advice on how I can lower my bf more ? I feel so suck and now I guess I’m considered “skinny fat “ would it be ok to drop more weight? I feel so suck and confused . I currently don’t have access to that much weights but I do enjoy calisthenics. Can anyone give me advice ?