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From Skinny to a Beast: a User's Year Long Weight Journey with Street Workout

Read about a Reddit user's weight journey using street workout to gain 16 lbs in a year, with tips on diet, workout frequency, and motivation.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'10" man showing a weight gain from 147 pounds to 167 pounds. A net gain of 20 pounds.
M/20/5'10" [147lbs > 167lbs = 16lbs] (1 Year) From skinny to a beast with Street Workout
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

A Reddit user with the username Kaparroides shared their remarkable weight journey with Street Workout, gaining 16 pounds in a year. With 87 upvotes and various comments asking for workout details and tips, this success story provides valuable insights into weight gain using limited equipment and motivational tips.

Workout Details and Diet Modifications

Kaparroides attributes their weight gain success to a mix of push-ups, pull-ups, chin-ups, dips, abs, squads, and other bodyweight exercises. They shared that they changed their diet, eliminating sugars while increasing protein intake. They ate healthy and ate a lot, especially since they did not take supplements. They recommend that others do the same to achieve their weight gain goals.

Workout Frequency and Motivation Tips

Kaparroides admits that they do make mistakes and sometimes skipped entire weeks of training or ate poorly due to lack of motivation. But they advise others to persevere and keep going, even when they do not see immediate results. They suggest working out intensely for about an hour a day, five to six times a week. They also highlight the importance of sleep in allowing the body to recover and grow. Finally, Kaparroides suggests always striving to remain motivated to achieve weight gain goals.

Added Cardio and Cross-Training

While Kaparroides focused on bodyweight exercises, they also enjoyed running and playing soccer for additional cardio and cross-training. They believe that being in shape in multiple ways leads to better overall health.

Conclusion

Kaparroides' weight gain journey using Street Workout provides inspiration and valuable tips to those seeking to gain weight and muscle using limited equipment. With a dedication to diet, workout frequency, and motivation, a significant weight gain goal can be achieved. And with the addition of other forms of exercise, overall health can be improved to maintain the gains made. Try out Kaparroides' methods and see if they work for you.

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Madeleine Smith

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Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.