With weight gain or loss, the biggest question is, “where do I start to achieve my goals?”

Well…the question then becomes, do you want to achieve your goal in a healthy or unhealthy manner? The biggest solution to weight gain is obviously to eat more calories, but honestly that’s easier said than done for most, just like it would be for weight loss.

You could take the unhealthy route eating fast food, takeout, sweets, and drinking sugar (sodas/juices). Would I recommend it? Absolutely, NOT! I was at my desired weight once, but I achieved it in an unhealthy manner. I ate out every Tuesday with my friends, had unhealthy amounts of potato chips, candy, ice-cream, and even ate later than you should. Eventually my body took a toll and I became extremely tired, and unmotivated. If you feel that this is the only method that works for you, then be aware of the health conditions and complications that come with it. If you want see the effects watch Jennifer Molter’s 12 week challenge in gaining weight to provide her vlog experience in loosing the weight she forced herself to gain.

We both would suggest (not that I’m speaking for Jennifer) you do it in a healthy manner by increasing your protein intake. You can use a calorie counting method, and ensure you’re eating 500+ more calories than you’re required. These proteins can be found in eggs, chicken, fish, peanut butter, etc. This is fairly easier because you can decide what you like to eat and intake more. But, also be sure to add your grains, vegetables, fruits, dairy, etc.

But, with the increase in protein you must remember to eat a balanced diet. Remember, the most important meal of the day is BREAKFAST. Do your best not to skip it because your body has been idle for 8 hours feeding off the last meal you’ve eaten. If you have a hard time eating breakfast, I definitely understand that. I myself do not like eating breakfast, but I do force myself to make it a habit.

That also brings me to discuss how I personally eat, I’m the type of person who cannot intake more food unless I’m craving it. I’ve tried different methods to intake the calories I’m required to take, but many of them become too much or too sweet for me. With being a student still my income is limited but, it’s allowed me to look at other options. I’ve tried to eat more, making homemade shakes, eating more peanut butter, Whey proteins, Creatine, Ensure, and now I’m using mass gainers (a type of protein). I’m working on reviews to explain what worked and what did not. But, remember what works for me may not work for you and vice versa.

During this journey when you decide which route you will take it will be much easier to break down. Hopefully what I share with you may be of some assistance.