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M/19/5'9" Gains 16Lbs in 9 Months: Tips for Gaining Weight

Read about Bukudollars' journey in gaining weight. Follow his tips on how to achieve your fitness goals and conquer slow, steady progress.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'9" male showing a weight gain from 135 pounds to 151 pounds. A respectable gain of 16 pounds.
M/19/5'9" [135lbs > 151lbs = 16lbs] (9 months) Slow Gainer
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Bukudollars, a 19-year-old male who stands 5'9", shares his weight gain journey in his recent Reddit post. His before and after photos reflects a significant 16-pound increase in his weight, from 135 to 151 pounds in just 9 months. Read on how Bukudollars overcomes his weight gain struggles despite being a slow gainer.

Lower Body Fat Levels

Bukudollars' initial gains resulted from most of the weight loss coming from a decrease in body fat levels. As more muscle mass develops, the fitness enthusiast discovered that the fat that he lost was replaced with muscle. This was achieved through his weight training regimen that included the starting strength program, consisting of basic compound exercises. His success at decreasing his body fat levels was through increased caloric expenditure via his cardio sessions.

Increase in Caloric Intake

To gain weight, eating more than what the body burns is essential. Bukudollars had to address his lowered appetite levels by drinking as many calories as possible. It helped him get past his small appetite and allowed him to reach his daily calorie goals. GOMAD or gallon of milk a day is another way to pack in protein and calories. Eating calorie-dense foods is also a good way to achieve the daily caloric goals.

Pushing Through Plateaus

As a slow gainer, Bukudollars found himself plateauing at his progress, especially in gaining back strength he had lost after a significant weight loss. He discovered that sustaining strength increases was possible through building muscle mass. The fitness enthusiast had to push through this plateau by consuming more calories and increasing the intensity of his workout regimen.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Bukudollars' weight gain journey was highlighted by slow, steady progress. Gaining weight might be tough for some, especially those considered as “hard gainers”. But with the right approach in calorie intake, disciplined workout regimen, and caloric expenditure, it can be done. Anyone who is starting their journey is reminded of the importance of safety as progress is made gradually. With Bukudollars' tips, staying on the right path for fitness goals is doable.

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