Muscle Gain Success Story: 10Lbs Lighter in 6 Months
A Reddit user's journey from 185lbs to 175lbs. Learn about their diet and exercise routine that earned them muscle mass gain instead of weight loss.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
Hipster_Harry, a Reddit user, shares his success story of how he went from 185lbs to 175lbs by gaining muscle mass instead of losing weight. He accomplished this in 6 months by incorporating a strict diet and workout routine.
The Journey
Hipster_Harry started his muscle gain journey over the summer by giving himself a strict diet and incorporating a lot of bodyweight workouts. He also ran and swam to burn the calories. When school started, he continued his routine by hitting the gym and joining the school's rugby team. After 6 months, he saw noticeable changes in his body and confidence.
The Workout Routine
Hipster_Harry worked out around 4-7 times a week either at the gym or at home. He also stretched a lot and played rugby for cardio. He focused on weightlifting exercises like squats, bench press, and deadlifts. He also did bodyweight exercises like pushups and pullups to tone his muscles.
The Diet Plan
Hipster_Harry's diet consisted of eggs with spam in the morning, a banana before noon, a PB&J sandwich for lunch, and a light serving of pasta or rice with chicken or fish for dinner. He trained his body to handle such a limited diet to gain muscle mass. He believes he will need to increase his calorie intake to put on more muscle mass.
Conclusion
Hipster_Harry's journey shows how you can gain muscle mass instead of losing weight by incorporating high protein diets and weightlifting exercises into your routine. While this journey might not suit everyone, it's worth trying. Remember to consult a nutritionist or a trainer before starting your journey.
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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