M/20's 2 Months Weight Gain Journey From 108Lbs to 128Lbs
A 20-year-old user took up the challenge to gain weight from 108lbs to 128lbs. The post discusses his weight gain journey, calorie intake, mental health, inspiration he got, and answers user queries.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
Many people struggle to gain weight as much as others struggle to lose it. The case was the same for Jacob Krijgsman1, a 20-year-old guy weighing only 108lbs. After 2 months of consistency and dedication, he achieved his goal and managed to reach 128lbs. Krijgsman1 shared his journey with other users on Reddit, leading to a wave of encouragement and validation for his efforts.
Counting calories to achieve his goals
Krijgsman1 revealed that he eats between 2,300 to 2,600 calories daily, ensuring all his meals are well balanced with other necessary nutrients such as proteins, carbs, and fats. This information led to a user inquiring if he had an eating disorder or body dysmorphia- to which he responded that he didn't think so, just that he had always been insecure about his weight. By meeting his caloric intake consistently, Krijgsman1 managed to pack on 20lbs in only 2 months.
Mental health changes
Krijgsman1 admitted to being too obsessed with the progress, the numbers, and every other activity associated with his endeavor. He revealed that despite his mental health being generally good, he still struggles with disappointment when his weight is lower than expected. However, Krijgsman1 noted that he feels he has grown more confident, and his obsession with working towards his goals has resulted in better mental health:
Inspiration
Since posting on Reddit, Krijgsman1 has received an outpouring of positive and encouraging comments from other users that has inspired him to maintain the lifestyle that helped him achieve his goals. When a user asks how he managed to pull it off, Krijgsman1 replied - 'Consistency is the key. It is a daily practice, and at first, it might seem hard, but with consistency and a change in mindset after some time, it gets easier'
Conclusion
Krijgsman1's journey from 108lbs to 128lbs has been remarkable, and it has inspired many other redditors to take up the challenge to increase their weight or fitness goals. It took Krijgsman1 only two months to achieve his weight gain goal, and his secret lay in his consistency and dedication - counting his calories, eating healthy, and working out four times a week. His journey tells us that nothing is impossible; we can all achieve our goals with patience, perseverance, and dedication.
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.
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