Discussion: Weight Gain -- Weight lifting - Page 4

Fruity

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Originally posted by Ariana Grande

If you're looking to lose weight, ~~at every two hours.~~ Have a calorie deficit. ~~Cut out fast food and soda.~~

Fixed.

highwayuni

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Originally posted by POKER

is it ok if I posted pictures of myself ? in here ? it's not a really good one (doesn't show my frame that much) but it's the only one I could find

It's fine. You're good looking!

Yeah just eat a bit more (especially on the protein side). Make sure you check the labels and keep track of your diet.

Is there anything in particular you want to know?

Jaxsin

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Originally posted by A Little Unruly

LOTS of peanut butter (I add it to my protein shakes), pasta and fish. And just generally eat more, even when you're full. That's how I recently gained 22 lbs within six weeks. It's hard for me since I'm naturally slim and get tired of eating, but there's no other way for me to pack on weight.

22 pounds???

Lemme try this out

Ariana Grande

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Originally posted by Fruity

Fixed.

If you have a slow metabolism, eating every two hours helps speed it up. Sure, you can have a calorie deficit with just fast food and soda but it won't be healthy plus there's only so much you can eat before you reach your calorie cap/goal for the day.

Fruity

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Originally posted by Ariana Grande

If you have a slow metabolism, eating every two hours helps speed it up. Sure, you can have a calorie deficit with just fast food and soda but it won't be healthy plus there's only so much you can eat before you reach your calorie cap/goal for the day.

I know. But the calorie deficit is the important bit. How you get there is up to you.

POKER

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Originally posted by Fruity

Well no everyone starts from somewhere, so thats rubbish obviously.

It does however help to have excess fat when gaining weight. You need a calorie surplus, and lots of protein, for your body to physically build muscle.

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Originally posted by LastKingVanity

no, you can gain weight, it will just be harder for you to do so. I think its easier for those who have lots of fat to turn that into muscle. Let that be motivation though, bc it is possible for you to gain just make sure you don't plateau.

I'm an insecure mess but I HOPE I get the drive and determination to do this soon

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Originally posted by Euphoric

When I first went to gym i look like a stick! Once you get used to it, you wouldn't even care... and besides you could go when there's not much people around or go with your friends?..

that's one of my biggest problem I end up quitting before I get used to going to the gym (mostly because I have no idea what to do there and there's no trainer nor instructor to guide me)
like how did you make yourself get used and stick to going to the gym ?

highdefinition

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Originally posted by POKER

I'm an insecure mess but I HOPE I get the drive and determination to do this soon

that's one of my biggest problem I end up quitting before I get used to going to the gym (mostly because I have no idea what to do there and there's no trainer nor instructor to guide me)
like how did you make yourself get used and stick to going to the gym ?

you should check out a crossfit if you have those in your area & bring a friend or two.

i think the first class is free & it can be really fun, especially in a group atmosphere.

POKER

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Originally posted by highwayuni

It's fine. You're good looking!

Yeah just eat a bit more (especially on the protein side). Make sure you check the labels and keep track of your diet.

Is there anything in particular you want to know?

I'd love to have some pointers on what to do once I'm in a gym ? what muscle groups should I work on and on which day of the week and how spread should the workouts be (once every two days ?)

I'm hopeless

GagasProlapse

Lucas32

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Originally posted by POKER

I'd love to have some pointers on what to do once I'm in a gym ? what muscle groups should I work on and on which day of the week and how spread should the workouts be (once every two days ?)

I'm hopeless

Are there no trainers in your gym? If not maybe go look for one that has them to start it will really make everything a lot easier.
There are tons of excersices on the Internet just search google for "exercises for 'insert muscle group' ".
A suggestion would be:
Day 1: Chest,Upper back and triceps.
Day 2: Shoulders,lower back and biceps
Day 3: Legs and stomach

Do around 6 sets for each body part with 8-15 repetitions per set.Every second day
That's a standart plan to start with but I can't stress enough how much easier it will be if you have a trainer.

GagasProlapse

Double post. Sorry.

Try this website. It helps work out your macros. (If you don't know what they are, it is basically your calories, carbs, fats and proteins). You will need to get these right, it will help with achieving your results. http://iifym.com/iifym-calculator/

Basic ideas is calculate your BMR http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-calculator/ - Which is the amount of calories your body needs to maintain its current weight. From that, if you want to put weight on you need to eat more (200-500 calories more) or if you want to lose weight eat 200-300 calories less.

80% nutrition - 20% physical activity.

Fruity

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Originally posted by Lucas32

Are there no trainers in your gym? If not maybe go look for one that has them to start it will really make everything a lot easier.

I agree. If you are new to fitness training then a personal trainer will get you a long way. It's easily the best investment you could make. It doesn't have to be forever, but they will guide you through the process at first, give you a workout routine which builds muscle equally and safely, and give you a diet you can trust.

POKER

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Originally posted by Lucas32

Are there no trainers in your gym? If not maybe go look for one that has them to start it will really make everything a lot easier.
There are tons of excersices on the Internet just search google for "exercises for 'insert muscle group' ".
A suggestion would be:
Day 1: Chest,Upper back and triceps.
Day 2: Shoulders,lower back and biceps
Day 3: Legs and stomach

Do around 6 sets for each body part with 8-15 repetitions per set.Every second day
That's a standart plan to start with but I can't stress enough how much easier it will be if you have a trainer.

thanks a lot for the tips I'll make sure to follow them , and I'm really sure that where I'm from our flop gym's don't have trainers nor instructor , you might find a nice enough person to ask them to help you out but then I'm too ashamed to do that especially right off the bat , thanks again

Dominic

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Originally posted by Deldelvs

you used it?

yeah

Spector

This thread will be helpful! I'm 5'11" and like 115 pounds. I have some natural muscle on me so I don't look completely emaciated, but my arms are complete toothpicks, so I've decided to start working on them a bit.