Definition
The full breakdown. What it is, why it matters, how to use it.
A refeed is a single day at or above maintenance — almost entirely from carbs — used during a long cut to replenish muscle glycogen, raise leptin (the satiety hormone that drops in deficits), and reset training performance. Different from a cheat day: protein stays high, fat stays low, food stays clean.
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How often should I refeed?
Once per week at 10%+ body fat, twice per week below that. Skip them if your deficit is small or short.
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Cutting
A deliberate fat-loss phase eaten in a calorie deficit while training hard to preserve muscle.
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Caloric Deficit
Eating fewer calories than you burn, causing fat loss.
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Macros (Macronutrients)
Protein, carbs, and fat — the three nutrients that supply calories.
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