From Lanky to Tanky: a Three Year Weight Journey

Introduction

A Reddit user shares his weight gain and weight loss journey over a period of three years. The post includes before and after photos, as well as the user's actual lifts from the start of his journey to the present day.

The Journey

The user started his journey as a lanky man, weighing in at 175lbs. He began lifting weights to gain muscle mass and achieve his ideal body, and eventually gained weight to reach 245lbs. However, he realized that he needed to lose weight to look better, and so he started cutting. Today, he weighs 210lbs with a visible six-pack and maintains his weight by consuming a very moderate surplus of 100-200 calories per day.

The Diet

During his weight gain journey in 2014-2015, the user consumed three or more pints of milk per day to hit his calorie and macro goals. However, he now drinks only one pint of milk on workout days and gets the rest from other sources. He enjoys carbs, and so he uses them to fuel his workouts while keeping his fat intake low. To maintain his weight, he consumes a very moderate surplus of calories per day.

The Workout Routine

The user recommends newbie lifters to start with a beginner routine, like Starting Strength, ICF, or Greyskull LP. He also advises to be patient and aim for proper form and not to be overambitious with the weight. Currently, the user aims to lift heavy at a slow pace, focusing on maximizing muscle activation rather than speed.

Conclusion

The Reddit user's weight journey shows that transforming your body takes dedication and effort, but it's achievable over time. His post serves as a source of inspiration and an example of how to achieve your body goals the right way. Try different approaches and don't be afraid to fail as everyone's journey is unique in its way. Celebrate progress, no matter how big or small.