Expert-Friendly Guide to Building Muscle: A Skinny Person's Path to Bulking Up
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Bulking up effectively requires three key components: proper nutrition, strategic strength training, and adequate recovery.
Nutrition for Bulking:
- Calculate your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE)
- Eat 250-500 calories above your TDEE daily
- Consume 0.8-1g protein per pound of bodyweight (1.6-2.2g per kg)
- Focus on nutrient-dense whole foods:
- Lean proteins: chicken, fish, beef, eggs
- Complex carbs: rice, potatoes, oats
- Healthy fats: avocados, nuts, olive oil
- Vegetables for micronutrients
Strength Training Framework:
- Train each muscle group 2-3x per week
- Focus on compound exercises:
- Squats
- Deadlifts
- Bench Press
- Overhead Press
- Pull-ups/Rows
- Aim for 10-20 working sets per muscle group weekly
- Use progressive overload to gradually increase weights
- Rest 2-3 minutes between sets
Recovery Essentials:
- Sleep 7-9 hours per night
- Take 1-2 rest days between training same muscles
- Stay hydrated (0.5-1.0 oz per pound of bodyweight)
- Consider limiting intense cardio while bulking
- Listen to your body and adjust as needed
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Key Supplements (Optional):
- Protein powder for meeting protein goals
- Creatine monohydrate (5g daily)
- Everything else is secondary
Timeline Expectations:
- Realistic muscle gain: 1-2 lbs (0.5-1kg) per month
- Focus on consistent progress rather than rapid results
- Track progress through photos, measurements, and strength gains
- Adjust calories if not gaining 0.25-0.5% bodyweight weekly
Remember to track progress, stay consistent, and give your body time to adapt. Results come from sustained effort over months, not weeks.
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