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M/38/5'7" [156 lbs to 137 lbs] (7.5 months) - Recomp progress; should I push for 10% or start maintenance/lean bulk?
Stats & Timeline
Age / Height: 38 / 5'7"
Timeline: Dec 2025 to Aug 2026 (7.5 months)
Starting Weight: 156.0 lbs (est. ~24–25%? body fat)
Current Weight: 137.0 lbs
DEXA scan 13.0% body fat 119 lbs lean mass in July , 18.1% 114lb lean mass in April .
Questions for Feedback
I have another DEXA scan scheduled for October. Would you recommend pushing the deficit to lock in 10% body fat first, or should I switch to maintenance / a slight lean bulk now?
What muscle groups should I prioritize on my next mass-building phase?
u/dagodpapa87 — 3 days ago