By Height By Weight  

A 10 Pound Gain in 18 Months: the Weight Journey of Reddit User Penotti

Read about the inspiring weight journey of Reddit user penotti, from hitting a plateau to making strength gains, mastering nutrition and more.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'11" female showing a weight gain from 123 pounds to 133 pounds. A total gain of 10 pounds.
A before and after photo of a 5'11" female showing a weight gain from 123 pounds to 133 pounds. A total gain of 10 pounds.
Finally had the guts to post: F/36/5'11" (123 - 133) 18 months
Originally posted on /r/Brogress

From Plateau to Success

Reddit user penotti posted about her 10-pound gain in 18 months and received an overwhelming response. Penotti had been doing CrossFit for about a year, but realized she had hit a plateau and wasn't making the strength gains she wanted. She moved from five days of CrossFit to just three and added three strength days, focusing primarily on squats, deadlifts, cleans, and presses. In hindsight, she wishes she had started doing strength work earlier.

Perfecting Nutrition

One problem for penotti was not really tracking macros and probably not eating enough. She follows the principles of the paleo diet, eating lots of meat, vegetables, some fruit, and nuts. She adds a protein shake post-workout on most days. Her goal is to gain more muscle, perhaps even reach 145 by the end of the year.

Secrets and Compliments

Fish oil, cissus, and vitamins C/D contribute to penotti's supplement regimen, and she notes that women can benefit a lot from creatine. The Reddit community was impressed with her progress, with one user commenting that lean gains are always impressive. Another complimented penotti on her strength, while another asked for advice on how she accomplished her transformation.

Bumps in the Road

Penotti acknowledges feeling silly for being a nutritionist and not paying greater attention to her own diet, but notes that allergies and feeling terrible most of the time eventually led her to the paleo diet, which has made her feel better than ever. She does admit, however, that the approach can be expensive and that she probably should be stricter about buying organic and grass-fed.

Inspiration for All

Penotti's journey to a 10-pound gain in 18 months is an inspirational story that encourages anyone seeking to improve their health and fitness. Her emphasis on perfecting nutrition and adjusting workouts for maximal impact can be actionable steps for anyone seeking success. Lastly, it is clear that penotti's vulnerability in sharing her journey on Reddit inspired many, creating a community of support and encouragement.

Comments
No comments found! Be the first!

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.