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One Year Weight Journey of a 19 Year Old: Gaining 32 Pounds and Still Progressing

Read about a reddit user who gained 32 pounds in a year and sees how his hard work paid off. Learn about his approach to nutrition and fitness.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'8" male showing a weight bulk from 128 pounds to 160 pounds. A total gain of 32 pounds.
A picture of a 5'8" male showing a weight bulk from 128 pounds to 160 pounds. A total gain of 32 pounds.
A picture of a 5'8" male showing a weight bulk from 128 pounds to 160 pounds. A total gain of 32 pounds.
M/19/5'8" [128lbs -> 160lbs = 32lbs] (1 year): Still have a few years to get where I want, but I'm happy with where I already am.
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Irphne, a 19-year-old male, shares his weight journey on Reddit, documenting his achievement of gaining 32 pounds in a year. The post has garnered 68 upvotes, indicating the community's appreciation of his hard work.

Nutrition

Irphne attributes his weight gain to a combination of nutrition and fitness. He confesses to not having enough knowledge about nutrition in the beginning but has since educated himself. In his journey, he consumed a weight gainer powder called "Serious Mass," 10-12 eggs, oats, chicken, and nuts. He admits still falling short of his calorie intake and averages 3,300 calories a day.

Fitness

For his workout routine, Irphne started with basic compound lifts-a lot of pressing, pulling, and squats. He later incorporated weighted pull-ups and dips to the routine to intensify his workouts. He worked out three times a week, allowing his body enough rest in between sessions. Irphne plans to add more variations to his workout routine.

Challenges

In the comments, Irphne responds to various questions, with one question asking about his struggle to stay lean throughout his journey. Irphne said he maintained an admirable balance, but sometimes found it hard to hit his calorie target. After consulting with a nutritionist, he learned to adjust his macro ratios, which led to an easier time hitting his calorie goals. In the early days, Irphne also struggled with form and coordination, which he attributes to being self-taught, but he has since rectified this.

Conclusion

Irphne's journey to gain 32 pounds in a year is a significant achievement, and he intends to keep going to get to his ideal weight. His journey highlights the importance of nutrition in gaining weight, along with consistency in a workout routine. It's essential to do enough research and seek help from professionals when needed. Try things out and learn what works best for the individual's 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.