Muscle Cramping

[WYSiWYG]

I couldn't locate anything in search, so forgive me if this is repetitive - I believe this to be related to the Reta - please don't shame me if I am in the wrong thread 🙂

I'm on my second week, will have 3rd pin tomorrow. As such been trying to be more consistent in the gym. While I am hydrating with both water and electrolyte products that carried me through multiple Ironman events - propel, liquid IV, Precision Hydration type products. I am experiencing localized abdominal cramps when I try to do any kind of crucnch/situp - 4 reps and I'm so locked up that I can't even stand. But this is not happening anywhere else.

I am in a deficit Averaging 1582 calories a day, honestly targeting 2200/day - but struggling to hit the total target - I am generally hitting Protein at a high level, Fat - remaining under and Carbs I am usually way under.

5' 10" M - 236lbs

Macros Targets-
235g Carbs -
60g Fat -
180 Protein -

My overall goal is not just weight loss, but a solid re-comp as well. any help on the cramping issue?

 

[dazedconfused_]

What dose did you start with and have you already titrated up? Also when you say you hydrate well, do you know how much you're actually drinking?
You should also make sure you're getting in enough magnesium and with that potassium. And if you say you don't really manage to hit your macro targets, especially with carbs you are way under, make sure to eat enough carbs, not only because you're on Reta, but in general for your weight training.
Make sure all these things are in order and then continue to see how your body reacts as it gets used to Reta

 

[WYSiWYG]

Started with 1mg, no change there yet, not titration.

Consuming 160-180oz of water per day - will add electrolyte 1-2 times a day.

Will work on raising the carb intake specifically, P&F are pretty close to goal, just slightly under.

I just find it strange that I would experience such a localized cramping.