Hard Gainer Makes Progress: Gained 20Lbs in 2 Years
M/19/6'1'' went from 165lbs to 185lbs. Follow the journey of a reddit user's weight gain journey and learn tips to add bulk to your frame.
Article by Madeleine Smith
![A before and after photo of a 6'1" male showing a weight gain from 165 pounds to 185 pounds. A net gain of 20 pounds. A before and after photo of a 6'1" male showing a weight gain from 165 pounds to 185 pounds. A net gain of 20 pounds.](https://myprogresspics.com/storage/images/624htcnek0381_optimized_1x.jpg)
M/19/6’1” [165lbs > 185lbs = 20lbs] (2 years) only really got serious this year. Feeling a lot fuller. Sorry for bad photos.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics
Introduction
A tall and lanky user on Reddit, xqcpoggers, posted about his weight gain journey, which started two years ago. He only got serious about it this year and has gained an impressive 20 lbs. If you're a hard-gainer, like he is, know that progress can be slower, but it's not impossible. Let's follow his journey and pick up some tips along the way.
Adding Mass
The journey to adding mass is not easy, and it can vary from person to person. As a hard-gainer, xqcpoggers finds it necessary to eat more, especially calorie-dense foods. He struggled to eat enough and started drinking mass gain shakes to keep up with his calorie needs. The progress may have been slower, but he found a strategy that worked for him.
Seeing Progress
Although it can be challenging to see your own progress at times, xqcpoggers was able to see the changes in his physique in the pictures he posted. There's a noticeable increase in muscle mass, particularly in his deltoids. This progress is especially impressive considering the fact that he is a hard-gainer.
Keep Pushing
It takes time to see results, so be patient and consistent. In terms of exercise, xqcpoggers focused on compound movements to target multiple muscles at once. He also tried to increase his weight and reps as he progressed. Don't be afraid to challenge yourself and listen to your body. If you're not seeing progress, it may be time to switch things up.
Conclusion
Although xqcpoggers still has a long way to go to reach his goals, he has made significant progress. If you're a hard-gainer looking for tips, remember that it's important to eat more and find calorie-dense foods that work for you. Compound exercises and challenging yourself with weights and reps are also vital. Don't give up and keep pushing!
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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.
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