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Woman Gains 4Lbs in 2 Months with Heavy Strength Training and Increased Calorie Intake

Read about a woman's weight journey using heavy strength training and increased calorie intake. Gain inspiration and tips.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A photo of a 5'1" woman showing a weight bulk from 110 pounds to 114 pounds. A respectable gain of 4 pounds.
F/24/5’1 [110 lbs > 114 lbs = 4 lbs gained] Two months of heavy strength and INCREASED calories. It’s not a huge change, but for two months I’m stunned! Hoping to see more gains soon
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FaithAndLove97, a Reddit user, recently shared her weight gain journey with her followers. She gained 4lbs in 2 months by following heavy strength training and increasing her calorie intake.

Strength Training and Increased Calorie Intake

FaithAndLove97's post highlights the importance of incorporating strength training in a workout routine. She preferred to build muscle to increase metabolism and target stubborn fat loss. She achieved this by following a PHUL (Power Hypertrophy Upper Lower) program, which focuses on hypertrophy and strength training. FaithAndLove97 also increased her calorie intake from 1600-1700 calories a day to 1950-2000 on workout days and 1800 on off days.

Gradual Increase in Calorie Intake

FaithAndLove97's diet plan consists of eating 1g of protein per pound of body weight, with 40% of her intake being carbs and the rest being fats. It's important to note that she gradually increased her calorie intake by 100 calories per week over 4-6 weeks. This allowed her body time to acclimate to the excess calories, which minimized bloating and discomfort.

Achieving Desire Results with Patience

FaithAndLove97 noted that she gained 7 pounds almost immediately after switching her routine. However, she suggested not panicking or getting discouraged. Instead, she recommended staying patient and sticking to a routine, and soon enough, the bloating will go away. FaithAndLove97 also shared that it took her two months to achieve these fantastic results, proving that the journey towards progress takes time.

Inspiration for Others

FaithAndLove97's journey showcases that increasing calories and incorporating heavy strength training can yield healthy weight gain results. She also reassured women that it's okay to increase caloric intake to achieve desired results. Her journey is an inspiration and encourages others to try what worked for her and find what works best for their body.

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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.