How long does it take to gain 3 pounds of muscle?

The time to gain 3 pounds of muscle varies by individual and depends on factors like training program, diet, and genetics. Generally, a beginner can expect to gain 1-2 pounds of muscle per month with proper training and nutrition.

What does 3 pounds of muscle look like?

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Male 16 5'9" Goes From 140Lbs to 143Lbs in One Month Reddit Progress Post Analysis

Male 140lbs → 143lbs 5'9" 175cm

F/29/5'4" Weight Journey: Cardio Vs Lifting, Cutting Diet & Workout Recommendations

Female 127lbs → 130lbs 5'4" 160cm

M/35/6'0 [187 > 190 = 3Lbs] Recomposition on the Back!

Male 187lbs → 190lbs 6'0" 180cm

Woman Discovers High Protein Low Calorie Macros & Weight Lifting Works for Her Weight Loss Journey

Female 174lbs → 177lbs 5'6" 165cm

M/22/5'7 [135Lbs] (4 Months): a Male's Weight Progress

Male 132lbs → 135lbs 5'7" 170cm

Ppl Progress over Five Months: M/27/6'1 [176Lbs > 179Lbs = 3Lbs]

Male 176lbs → 179lbs 6'1" 183cm

One Man's Weight Journey: Same Weight, Different Body Composition

Male 142lbs → 145lbs 5'8" 173cm

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What does 3 pounds of muscle look like?

Male 16 5'9" Goes From 140Lbs to 143Lbs in One Month Reddit Progress Post Analysis

Male at 5'3 Sees 3 Pound Weight Gain in Progress Pic

A Reddit User's Weight Journey: to Bulk or Cut at 147 150 Lbs?

Type 1 Diabetic's 3 Month Weight Loss Journey

Male at 6'1 Sees Success 40 Days into Fitness Journey, Gaining 3Lbs

One User's Journey to Gaining Weight While Maintaining a Lean Look

F/29/5'4" Weight Journey: Cardio Vs Lifting, Cutting Diet & Workout Recommendations

M/35/6'0 [187 > 190 = 3Lbs] Recomposition on the Back!

Woman Discovers High Protein Low Calorie Macros & Weight Lifting Works for Her Weight Loss Journey

M/22/5'7 [135Lbs] (4 Months): a Male's Weight Progress

Ppl Progress over Five Months: M/27/6'1 [176Lbs > 179Lbs = 3Lbs]

One Man's Weight Journey: Same Weight, Different Body Composition

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F/21/5'8" Goes From 200Lbs to 180Lbs in 2 Years: a Weight Loss Journey

From 160 to 110 Lbs: the Journey Towards Body Positivity

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One Man's Weight Loss Journey: M/21/6'1" Goes From 255Lbs to 225Lbs

F/30/5'9 [133Lbs] Halloween 2019 December 2020: 37Lbs Lost!

A Weight Loss Journey Detailed by a Reddit User

F/28/5'6 [210Lbs>130Lbs=80Lbs] Progress Pic

F/20/5'7'' Weight Loss Journey: Progress and Self Love

M/24/5'10 [130<152=22Lbs] Addicted to the Process: a User's Weight Journey