From 140Lbs to 160Lbs – a Journey of Weight Gain
Read about the struggles of a Reddit user, yessir434, to gain weight and overcome his poor appetite.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
For some people, gaining weight comes naturally, but for others like Reddit user yessir434, it can be an ongoing struggle. At age 29, standing 6’0” and weighing 140lbs, he was determined to make a change. Through his journey, he battled with a poor appetite and various methods to increase his weight.
The Struggle with Poor Appetite
One of the biggest difficulties for yessir434 was his struggle with appetite. Despite his love for food, he found it difficult to eat enough to gain weight. Some of the tactics he tried included consuming high calorie shakes and incorporating calorie-dense foods into his meals. Eventually, he discovered that spreading out his meals throughout the day, rather than three large meals, worked best for him.
The Importance of Consistency
Throughout his journey, yessir434 discovered that consistency was key. It wasn't enough to just eat a lot one day and then not much the next. He created a daily meal plan to help him stay on track and committed to it for several months. This consistency, combined with a weightlifting routine, helped him achieve his goal of gaining 20lbs.
Setbacks and Continued Effort
Although yessir434 reached his goal weight of 160lbs, he admits that there were setbacks along the way. He experienced times of frustration when he wasn't seeing results as quickly as he wanted, and there were moments where he wanted to give up. However, through perseverance and continued effort, he was able to push through and see the results he wanted.
Final Thoughts
For anyone struggling with weight gain, yessir434 recommends experimenting with different strategies to find what works best for you. It's not an easy journey, and there will be setbacks, but consistent effort is key. By setting goals and staying committed, you can achieve the transformation you desire.
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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