I appreciate the feedback. I agree with you. Losing weight is not the goal, losing fat is. That is why I specifically lift heavy weights 3 times a week, to enco

I appreciate the feedback. I agree with you. Losing weight is not the goal, losing fat is. That is why I specifically lift heavy weights 3 times a week, to encourage my body to choose fat over muscle when deciding how to fill the caloric deficit I current live in. My goals are mostly strength based and focused on ratios to body weight: 1.5x BW bench, 2x BW squat, and 2.5x BW dead lift. Given that I was significantly overweight I've made good progress towards these goals, but as I approach the end of my cut I'll be focuesd on adding muscle rather than just preserving it. Thanks again for the thoughtful response.