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How to gain weight and gain muscle?

22 Apr, 2023 by Dane Raynor

Are you tired of being called “skinny” or “scrawny”? Do people constantly ask if you are sick or starving yourself? Well, fear not my friend, because I am here to help you turn that negative energy into something positive! In this guide, we will be exploring some effective and humorous ways to gain weight and build muscle. So sit back, relax, grab a protein shake (or a bag of chips), and let’s get started!

The Myth of the Fast Metabolism

First things first – let’s get rid of the myth that some people have a magical “fast metabolism” that prevents them from gaining weight. Sure, genetics play a role in how our bodies process food and store fat (and muscle), but let’s not use it as an excuse for why we can’t make gains. Instead let’s focus on strategies that have been proven time and time again.

Calories Are Your Best Friend

To gain weight, you need to consume more calories than your body burns off in a day – simple math really! This is where eating comes into play. Don’t worry about counting every last calorie (tedious) but instead try adding extra meals throughout the day (yum).
– Breakfast: Add scrambled eggs with cheese or peanut butter on toast
– Morning snack: Greek yogurt with fruit or mixed nuts
– Lunch: Double up on meat portions with whole-grain breads (you know it baby)
– Afternoon snack: Protein shakes or chocolate milk (because who doesn’t love chocolate?)
– Dinner: Embrace your inner chef by cooking hearty meals such as pot roast with vegetables
Pro-tip: Focus on nutrient-rich foods such as avocadoes, salmon(there’re plenty more fish in the sea though, chia seeds etc.)

Lifting Weights Isn’t Just for the Boys

In order to gain muscle, you need to lift weights or engage in resistance training. Do not fear my female friends (I know you can be strong) – lifting weights will not make you bulky like a bodybuilder! In fact, it is an effective way to sculpt your body and boost your metabolism (more food=fuel for your workout furnace).
Here are some exercises that target multiple muscle groups:
– Squats: Works quads, glutes, hamstrings
– Push-ups: Works chest, triceps, shoulders
– Deadlifts: Works back and leg muscles (not necrosis just yet)
Or if at all possible join a local gym that has trainers who can help evaluate our fitness levels

Cardio Isn’t Our Enemy

Many people believe that cardio will make them lose weight or burn off their precious gains. This is simply not true. Incorporating some low-intensity cardio into our routine can actually aid in recovery by improving circulation and reducing soreness after working out (no pain no gain doesn’t mean agony). Examples of good low-intensity workouts include:
– Walking
– Cycling
– Swimming (highly recommended)
Keep these sessions around 30 minutes (therefore easily manageable)and done non-consecutively with resistance training days.

Play That Rest/Eat Game Right!

Finally, let’s talk about rest and recovery because they go hand in hand with gaining muscle mass – this means sleep(kumbaya anyone?)! When we exert ourselves during a workout session we tear down muscles fibers which then become strengthened(changed adverb?) through consistent repair via resting periods.
Aim for seven to eight hours of snooze time while prioritizing safety measures such as stretching pre/post lifting sessions including at home relaxing activities such meditation(Yogi life?), deep breathing among other stretches

Time Is On Your Side

Gaining muscles and good health is a process – do not expect to see immediate results(magic isn’t real)! However, with persistence and patience, you will begin to notice changes over time. Set goals for yourself both short-and long-term using progress pictures(log them gains!). Celebrating each small milestone(but don’t treat everyday like a cheat-day) can help keep us motivated when the going gets tough.
Remember confidence is key, have fun, make new friends who share same interests as you at the gym – everybody has their own journey.

In Conclusion

That concludes our guide on how to gain weight and muscle. Hopefully, these tips have helped ease your confusion on where or how to start gaining mass. Remember that no matter what approach taken it’s important for those around us supporting the decision of making positive healthy choices(keep toxic people away). Finally let’s turn this into an adventure complete with happy times too because after all laughter good for heath(seen research)!

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