Achieving Weight Gain: a 2 Year Journey
A Reddit user shares their experience on gaining weight from 140lbs to 165lbs with a slow and steady process. We break down how they did it.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
Gaining weight can be a challenge for some people. The journey requires discipline, perseverance, and consistency. A Reddit user under the username tr6tr6 shares their experience on how they gained 22lbs in just two years.
The Process
Tr6tr6 describes their journey as a painfully slow process. They did not intentionally try to cut and managed to stay lean, thanks to their cardio and commute of cycling 6-8 miles. Even without intentionally cutting, they managed to gain a total of 22lbs.
Diet and Nutrition
Tr6tr6 admits that their diet is the weakest part of their journey. They roughly estimate their daily intake to be around 3000 calories. However, they do emphasize the importance of feeding the body to gain mass. With baby steps, they started cooking their own meals and slowly making it a priority.
Gym Routine
Tr6tr6 visited the gym 4-5 days a week, focusing on different muscle groups each day. They kept the intensity high and made sure to progressively overload, which eventually led to results. They would also run long distances twice a week and do a bodyweight workout on Thursdays.
Conclusion
Tr6tr6's journey to gain 22lbs in two years took slow and consistent progress. They did not take shortcuts and focused on the basics of weightlifting and nutrition. While it can be challenging to gain weight, with discipline and patience, one can achieve their weight goals. Start with baby steps, make nutrition a priority, and stick to a consistent gym routine to achieve steady progress.
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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