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From Skinny to Muscular: a Reddit User's 15 Month Weight Journey

Learn how one Reddit user went from 155 to 185 pounds, gained 30 pounds and improved their diet and exercise regimen.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 6'1" man showing a muscle gain from 155 pounds to 185 pounds. A net gain of 30 pounds.
M/40/6'1" [155 < 185 = 30 lbs] (15 months). Tired of being skinny so bulked up and made some decent gains. Feeling great with improved diet and excercise. Anyone can do it with some focus and consistency.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

An average male user, Kitchen_Career7670, gained weight and achieved their desired muscular physique through a consistent routine of exercise and diet. The user's progress on Reddit, with personal posts and positive reinforcement from commenters, inspired many to follow in their footsteps.

The User's Journey

Kitchen_Career7670 gained 30 pounds in the span of 15 months. The user first started with bodyweight routines, such as push-ups and dips, and gradually progressed to weights such as kettlebells and cable machines. Kitchen_Career7670 focused on lifting heavy and exhausting muscles, working out for one hour, four times a week.

Diet Changes

The user changed their diet by slowly increasing calorie and protein intake. Key sources of protein included chicken, lean beef, yogurt, avocados, and oats. The user also added shakes made of creatine mono and whey protein, a supplement to keep track of protein intake. Along with exercise, a clean and healthy diet played a crucial role in achieving desired results.

Supplement Use

The user only took creatine mono and whey protein supplements - no hormones or other special supplements were used. The user preferred getting nutrients from whole foods but supplemented with powder as needed.

Final Thoughts

Improvements in diet and exercise, with consistency and focus, can help anyone achieve their fitness goals. Kitchen_Career7670's progress on Reddit is an inspiration for anyone looking to start their own weight transformation journey. Though it takes time and effort, it's never too late to start or try something new.

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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.