Trying to Gain Weight

Health and Wellness, Exercise and Fitness, Lifestyle, Bulking Up, Gaining Muscle

They Might Be Thinking:

  • It is very difficult to gain weight. 
  • Are there any ways to slow down a fast metabolism?
  • How can I gain the desired amount of weight?
  • Will eating as much as I can, more often, help?
  • What if I just eat a lot junk food (fatty food)? Will I gain the weight then?
  • Can I gain weight by bulking up in muscle?
  • How can I gain enough muscle weight?
  • Will I be able to maintain the gained muscle weight?
  • Do I need to change my diet accordingly?
  • How should I alter my diet to promote healthy ways of gaining weight?
  • Should I eat a mostly protein-based diet?
  • How much weight gain will my body frame allow?

Words That Might Be Encouraging:

  • Do not give up.
  • Do not give up on yourself. 
  • You can do it!
  • Just put your mind to it. 
  • Gaining weight can be difficult, but you will find a routine that your body accepts.
  • Treat yourself.
  • Stay motivated to gain weight.
  • The amount of effort you put in now will pay off in the end.
  • Your body will appreciate the meal preparations specific to your diet plan.
  • This journey will be a self-rewarding experience.

Words That Might Be Discouraging:

  • You’re so skinny.
  • You never have to diet. 
  • You can eat for days, and never gain weight. 
  • I wish I were as skinny as you.
  • You never have to worry about your weight.
  • You’re like the size of a toothpick.
  • You’re probably a size 0.
  • How much do you weigh?
  • What makes you think I’ll listen to you about dieting?
  • You probably get to eat whatever you want. 
  • You're so lucky!
  • Why would you want to *gain* weight? I wish I had your problems!
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