Mastering Weight Loss Goals and Carb Cycling

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How long does it typically take to lose over 105 pounds?

Two years (correct)

Less than a year

Four years

Three years

What is the average target weight loss per week recommended in the text?

0.5 pounds

1 pound (correct)

2 pounds

3 pounds

What is the 'beginners adaptive response' mentioned in the text?

A response to cutting calories

A response to carb refeeds

A response to weight training (correct)

A response to increasing exercise

What is a cyclical ketogenic diet mentioned in the text?

A diet that alternates between ketogenic and non-ketogenic days Signup and view all the answers

What does 'restrictiveness over time' refer to in the text?

How disciplined you need to be with both exercise and nutrition Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended calorie deficit per day in the text?

300-500 calories Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'diet break' mentioned in the text?

A period of time to eat as maintenance Signup and view all the answers

How often should you take a diet break according to the text?

Every 6-8 weeks Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a reverse diet mentioned in the text?

To increase calories and decrease exercise Signup and view all the answers

How long is the recommended maintenance phase mentioned in the text?

Two years Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended calorie reduction per week during a weight loss journey?

300 calories Signup and view all the answers

When should you consider reducing 300 calories from your daily intake or adding more physical activity?

After two weeks of being stuck Signup and view all the answers

What is the base of a weight loss program?

Weight training Signup and view all the answers

Who may benefit from reverse dieting?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Why do physique competitors need to rebuild their metabolism?

To maintain their extremely low levels of body fat Signup and view all the answers

Who may want to improve energy expenditure for physical or mental performance?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why someone with a healthy weight or body fat may want to do reverse dieting?

To enjoy life and be able to eat more Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why someone may want to gradually increase calorie expenditure into a muscle-building program?

To rebuild their metabolism Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why someone may find it difficult to achieve their fat loss goals?

Having 'yo-yo' dieted many times Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if your caloric intake is too low to sustain healthily?

Increase your daily calorie intake Signup and view all the answers