A computer-implemented method for generating a tool path cycle for removing stock from a blank by a turning tool includes the steps of receiving an input of a blank shape, receiving an input of the target shape, setting an offset distance, receiving an input of the turning tool, setting a first cut direction and a second cut direction, dividing the first layer into segments separated by border lines, such that one longitudinal set of segments is adjacent to the longitudinal portions and one radial set of segments is adjacent to the radial portions, if the first cut direction is along the Z-axis, removing the longitudinal set of segments, removing the radial set of segments, and if the first cut direction is along the X-axis, removing the radial set of segments, and removing the longitudinal set of segments.