A User's Weight Journey: Progression Towards Healthier Habits
Follow the progress of a 20-year-old male's journey of gaining 20-25 pounds of muscle in three months. Through the use of Reddit, he finds advice on exercise and nutrition to achieve his goals.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
In August of 2012, a 20-year-old, male Reddit user, jacobtcornell, began a journey towards gaining 20-25 pounds of muscle. His initial weight was 149 pounds with a goal of achieving his dream body in three months.
Seeking Advice from Reddit
Jacobtcornell quickly turned to online forums, such as /r/bodyweightfitness and /r/C25K, for guidance. He received suggestions on dietary habits, such as the EEIS (Eat Everything In Sight) diet, while sourcing high-protein foods, such as chicken breasts.
Barbell Training and Interval Training
Reddit users often emphasized the importance of barbell training and compound exercises, such as squats, and programs like Starting Strength by Rippletoe. Jacobtcornell was also advised to consider interval training such as the Couch to 5K Running plan to balance his strength and endurance training.
The Importance of Dumbbells
Another pain point that was addressed during Jacobtcornell's weight gain journey was incorporating dumbbell exercises. He was encouraged to learn at-home workouts and incorporate sets of push-ups, pull-ups, and squats.
Take Inspiration and Make it Your Own
While Jacobtcornell continued to experience pain throughout his journey, he was reminded to push past that barrier and trust the process. This journey for a 20-year-old may be different from someone else's but the approach of seeking advice and support from online platforms proved helpful for his journey. Take inspiration from others' success stories, but make your journey your own.
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Madeleine Smith
Content Lead at MyProgressPics.com
Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.
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