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Mental and Physical Progress: a Reddit User's 11Lb Weight Gain Journey with Body Dysmorphia

Read about an amazing armadillo's journey of gaining 11lbs, dealing with body dysmorphia, and improving his mental and physical health.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'9" male showing a muscle gain from 135 pounds to 146 pounds. A total gain of 11 pounds.
M/35/5'9" [135lbs > 146lbs = 11lbs gained] (1 year) Struggle with body dysmorphia but starting to feel good
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Reddit user Amazing-Armadillo56 shared his journey of gaining 11lbs and improving his mental and physical health. He had been struggling with body dysmorphia, which pushed him to work out more. In this article, we will follow his journey and explore how he overcame mental roadblocks to become happier and healthier.

Weight Gain Journey

Amazing-Armadillo56's weight gain journey, spanning over a year, started with him being stagnant at the gym. He began doubling the number of sets and gradually increasing weight, until he decided to follow Jim Stoppani's workout program, focusing on free weights and cables. His weight gain journey was supported by a balanced diet of lean meat, rice, beans, and broccoli, supplemented with a plant protein shake after workouts.

Dealing with Body Dysmorphia

The user shared that his struggle with body dysmorphia was real but healthy. Body dysmorphia is a mental health condition where a person obsesses over their perceived flaws that are often invisible to others. The positive aspect was that it pushed him to work out, but it also affected his self-image. The user found solace in the support of the Reddit community and positive feedback on his progress.

Mental and Physical Transformation

Apart from his physical transformation and 11lb weight gain, the user feels happier and healthier. He mentioned that he still had good and bad days, but overall, he felt better. However, body dysmorphia is a persistent condition and is not easily curable. Nonetheless, support from the community and a balanced perspective helped him reach his goals.

Conclusion

Amazing-Armadillo56's journey is a testament to the power of support and balanced fitness. His journey highlights the mental and physical impact of body dysmorphia and how one can work with it to achieve their goals. This article encourages readers to try things out for themselves, reach out to support systems, and focus on overall health and happiness while working towards fitness goals.

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Madeleine Smith

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Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.