How long does it take to gain 45 pounds of muscle?

The time to gain 45 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 45 pounds of muscle look like?

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A Journey From 127Lbs to 172Lbs: the Socrates Inspired Quest for Physical Fitness

Male 127lbs → 172lbs 6'0" 180cm

10 Months Weight Loss Journey: 135 180 for a 5'11" Male Progress Reddit Post Analysis

Male 135lbs → 180lbs 5'11" 180cm

Bulking Progress: M/29/6’0” Goes From 155 to 187 with High Metabolism

Male 155lbs → 200lbs 6'0" 180cm

One User's Reddit Weight Journey: a Story of Persistence and Dedication

Male 150lbs → 195lbs 6'2" 185cm

A 45 Pound Weight Gain Journey in 11 Months: M/19/6'2" Shares His Experience

Male 145lbs → 190lbs 6'2" 185cm

Male at 27 Years Old and 6'3 Tall Sees a 45 Pound Weight Gain in 5 Years From 150 to 195 Pounds – and He's Feeling Good!

Male 150lbs → 195lbs 6'3" 188cm

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What does 45 pounds of muscle look like?

A Reddit User's Weight Loss Journey: Insights From Their Reddit Posts

Overcoming an Eating Disorder: Redditor Gains 45 Lbs in 8 Months

From 115Lbs to 160Lbs: a Journey of Consistency in Weight Gain

From 116Lbs to 161Lbs: a Reddit User’s Weight Gain Journey

From 135Lbs to 180Lbs: a 3 Year Weight Journey of a Teenage Wrestler

From 110Lbs to 155Lbs: Reddit User Shares Her 45Lbs Weight Gain Journey

A Journey From 127Lbs to 172Lbs: the Socrates Inspired Quest for Physical Fitness

10 Months Weight Loss Journey: 135 180 for a 5'11" Male Progress Reddit Post Analysis

Bulking Progress: M/29/6’0” Goes From 155 to 187 with High Metabolism

One User's Reddit Weight Journey: a Story of Persistence and Dedication

A 45 Pound Weight Gain Journey in 11 Months: M/19/6'2" Shares His Experience

Male at 27 Years Old and 6'3 Tall Sees a 45 Pound Weight Gain in 5 Years From 150 to 195 Pounds – and He's Feeling Good!

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F/28's Weight Loss Journey: From 228 to 186 in 6 Months

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F/38/5'7 [135Lbs](2 Years) Cutting Refined Sugar Desserts Lost Me the Last 8Lbs

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82 Pound Weight Loss Success in 12 Months: Redditor Kitty Birdy's Inspiring Journey

Male's Body Recomp Journey with 10Lbs Weight Gain