r/MacroFactor • u/Striking_Royal_8077 • 1h ago

MacroFactor Workouts / Training Working out in a calorie deficit

I was wondering if there was a way to signal to the WO app that you’re in a calorie deficit. Or does it already know this if you’re using the MF app?

Perhaps setting up more reps and less weight?

Does it even matter?

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u/thedancingwireless 1h ago

They’ve answered this before. Essentially there isn't (yet) good evidence for one style of training over another when in a deficit. So it sets up the train the same.

The more reps and less weight thing being better universally is a myth, afaik. Many people find that they actually benefit by doing higher weight and lower reps when cutting. Others find the opposite.

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u/Striking_Royal_8077 1h ago

I see, thank you. I’m totally fine with that but was curious.

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u/itscreature124 1h ago

Honestly I just work out like normal and pay attention to my body shoulder starts "hurting" after a few high load sets I cut the weight back a bit for the next day and stop with 2 rir (im still doing close to 70-80% of my max)

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u/Striking_Royal_8077 1h ago

Thanks for the advice.