(That sounds like a good strategy.)

On a related note, I've been able to improve my squat exercises by doing them first before all other exercises. Calorie consumption has also become easier thanks to a strategy I have:

During weeks where protein-abundant foods are low, I replace each gram of lost protein with a gram of carbs. (Proteins and Carbs are each worth 4 calories.) This doesn't mean that carbs are any substitution for high-quality protein, but the extra carbs do help me to maintain my current bodyweight. It's better than nothing if you are in the type of situation where food of a certain nutrient (or food in general) is in low supply in your home or area.

Kickboxing update: New routine --> 1-2 punch -> Takedown -> Mount + Punch, Punch, Elbow. Stand and repeat as either a warm-up or a cool-down.