Trying to gain weight

[TarponSpringsNole]

Need to lift in a progressive overload program.
PPL is great for those starting out. (Push, pull, legs). Tons of info and variations to this workout online.
Establish base line maintenance caloric intake and work to add intake from there.

It’s not difficult to consume the calories needed. Protein comes in other forms than meat; chick peas, legumes, peanut butter, fish, etc etc.

 

[nelly02]

What types of things did you do?

I found some in home core workouts online that I rotated through and started doing yoga as well. That and I made a conscious effort to walk more than I had been previously.

 

[OutbackBowl2017]

The latter is but a joke 😃

What is your workout routine?

 

[binsfeldcyhawk2]

So, as keen hort readers know, @jamesvanderwulf wants to kick my ass in pickleball. And so far I've deftly avoided him. As i have @torbee. I can guess the latter is younger than me and the former might be a tad older or maybe the same age.

As I approach my mid 50's, I notice I'm losing muscle mass. My science gig still requires on my feet action etc but obviously I'm not an athlete.

My question to hort adonises is how do I gain some additional muscle mass so this pickleball thing happens before I'm dead.

Short of roids and hgh, what would help? Based on a formula I saw on the net, it begins at 2 grams protein/pound body weight. I'm not fat so in my situation that's about 200 grams of protein per day. I can't suck down that much protein powder minus puking so how do people sustain that level of protein intake?

If this doesn't work, I'll be in Tijuana scoring roids.

I'm 57 and am in the same boat. For muscle mass you obviously have to do weight training but you need to monitor your protein intake. Around 60 grams a day is optimal but hard to do. I usually drink a couple protein shake a day to get there....there are healthy ones on the market. Use a powder with low to no sugar and mix it with fruit/veggies etc...

 

[millah_22]

So, as keen hort readers know, @jamesvanderwulf wants to kick my ass in pickleball. And so far I've deftly avoided him. As i have @torbee. I can guess the latter is younger than me and the former might be a tad older or maybe the same age.

As I approach my mid 50's, I notice I'm losing muscle mass. My science gig still requires on my feet action etc but obviously I'm not an athlete.

My question to hort adonises is how do I gain some additional muscle mass so this pickleball thing happens before I'm dead.

Short of roids and hgh, what would help? Based on a formula I saw on the net, it begins at 2 grams protein/pound body weight. I'm not fat so in my situation that's about 200 grams of protein per day. I can't suck down that much protein powder minus puking so how do people sustain that level of protein intake?

If this doesn't work, I'll be in Tijuana scoring roids.

lift weights, eat peanut butter sandwiches

 

[cfbfan23]

5 10 168 pounds. I would like to put on 20 pounds.

Those numbers are actually great for a pickleball (or tennis) player, if you're serious about this pickleball-angle. I'd work on cardio and and a little bit of weights to try to firm up what you have.

 

[GOHOX69]

What is your workout routine?

I walk 2 miles and do push ups through the day. I don't do anything with weights, as of yet.

 

[GOHOX69]

I'm 5'5" and weigh 135. Let me know if you want to subscribe to my newsletter.

Absolutely. Got a link?

 

[millah_22]

I walk 2 miles and do push ups through the day. I don't do anything with weights, as of yet.

You can prob find a manageable beginners weight routine that will kind of go over the main groups. Chest/Back/Shoulders/Legs. Then after a few weeks of that you can prob find another one that will bump you to more focused group like push (chest/tris), pull (back/biceps) and legs

Remember, form and function over heavy ass weights. The weight will get there, but not if you hurt yourself. Your back and knees are your friends, lift properly.

 

[GOHOX69]

Thank you all for your advice. Always appreciated.

 

[jasonrann]

I have heard that no sex is effective, at least that is what my wife (no pic) told me.

 

[OutbackBowl2017]

I walk 2 miles and do push ups through the day. I don't do anything with weights, as of yet.

Join a place like Farrell’s FBX if you have one in your area and get on their 10 week program to get into better shape as well as plan your meals better. You will gain muscle weight and strength in the process of losing fat.

 

[Tenacious E]

So, as keen hort readers know, @jamesvanderwulf wants to kick my ass in pickleball. And so far I've deftly avoided him. As i have @torbee. I can guess the latter is younger than me and the former might be a tad older or maybe the same age.

As I approach my mid 50's, I notice I'm losing muscle mass. My science gig still requires on my feet action etc but obviously I'm not an athlete.

My question to hort adonises is how do I gain some additional muscle mass so this pickleball thing happens before I'm dead.

Short of roids and hgh, what would help? Based on a formula I saw on the net, it begins at 2 grams protein/pound body weight. I'm not fat so in my situation that's about 200 grams of protein per day. I can't suck down that much protein powder minus puking so how do people sustain that level of protein intake?

If this doesn't work, I'll be in Tijuana scoring roids.

You will just need to get a gym membership or buy some home equipment and start lifting weights, while consuming adequate protein. There is no secret sauce. There are a lot of guys on here who can give you very specific advice like @bunsen82, but that is the gist of it. The good news is that since you are starting from 0 (assuming I read you post correctly and you only weigh 100 pounds), you will realize a lot of quick and appreciable gains just doing basic lifts like bench presses and squats.

 

[jasonrann]

You will just need to get a gym membership or buy some home equipment and start lifting weights, while consuming adequate protein. There is no secret sauce. There are a lot of guys on here who can give you very specific advice like @bunsen82, but that is the gist of it. The good news is that since you are starting from 0 (assuming I read you post correctly and you only weigh 100 pounds), you will realize a lot of quick and appreciable gains just doing basic lifts like bench presses and squats.

Just make sure you stay away from more complicated moves like these.

 

[Tenacious E]

Just make sure you stay away from more complicated moves like these.

I pictured him more looking like this,

while wearing something like this

 

[jasonrann]

I pictured him more looking like this,

Oh man! Spider Monkey Guy! I couldn't find that one.

 

[LBoogie28]

Per kg of total mass or just estimated lean mass?

Total mass

 

[desihawk]

5 10 168 pounds. I would like to put on 20 pounds.

imo you are already in a good spot. just hit the gym and do weights and run some -- daily full body coverage (ie hit all muscles without alternating days) 5 days a week. in 3 months your current 168 will be decently sculpted. for pickleball makes no sense to put on 20 lbs or get ripped. imho. don't creatine, it certainly will help you workout more intensely but you'll end up carrying a lot of weight.

 

[binsfeldcyhawk2]

I walk 2 miles and do push ups through the day. I don't do anything with weights, as of yet.

You have to hit the weights IMHO.

 

[ButtersHawk]

Easy way to gain weight is to follow the Mama June and Honey Boo Boo diet plan.

Lots of sketti and butter

 

[Tenacious E]

Easy way to gain weight is to follow the Mama June and Honey Boo Boo diet plan.

Lots of sketti and butter

Sketti and butter suggestion from buttershawk? I never took you for such a schill.

 

[GOHOX69]

I pictured him more looking like this,

while wearing something like this

I'm way more flamboyant than the second guy 😉

 

[Here_4_a_Day]

So, as keen hort readers know, @jamesvanderwulf wants to kick my ass in pickleball. And so far I've deftly avoided him. As i have @torbee. I can guess the latter is younger than me and the former might be a tad older or maybe the same age.

As I approach my mid 50's, I notice I'm losing muscle mass. My science gig still requires on my feet action etc but obviously I'm not an athlete.

My question to hort adonises is how do I gain some additional muscle mass so this pickleball thing happens before I'm dead.

Short of roids and hgh, what would help? Based on a formula I saw on the net, it begins at 2 grams protein/pound body weight. I'm not fat so in my situation that's about 200 grams of protein per day. I can't suck down that much protein powder minus puking so how do people sustain that level of protein intake?

If this doesn't work, I'll be in Tijuana scoring roids.

Pickleball? When do you need mass to play pickleball any more than a fat girl needs mass to menstruate? Further, I've heard the average pickleball player gets all the "protein" he needs in the locker room/shower! HINT: Short of consuming 80% of your daily protein intake during or within 45 minutes of lifting weights....you're not gaining anything.

 

[McLovin32]

Yeeeears ago i fell asleep in the taco bell drive thru at 2 AM. Luckily it was far enough back that people could go around me. A top 5 low point in my adult life #shame

Back when I was like 20 or 21 I was stoned and getting Taco Bell. I ran out of gas in the drive thru. The dude at the window just yelled "I got you!" and ran out and helped push me to a nearby gas station. Gave him the only cash I had, $20 bill/csb

 

[NoleATL]

I'm 5'5" and weigh 135. Let me know if you want to subscribe to my newsletter.

Fun size

 

[Joes Place]

So, as keen hort readers know, @jamesvanderwulf wants to kick my ass in pickleball. And so far I've deftly avoided him. As i have @torbee. I can guess the latter is younger than me and the former might be a tad older or maybe the same age.

As I approach my mid 50's, I notice I'm losing muscle mass. My science gig still requires on my feet action etc but obviously I'm not an athlete.

My question to hort adonises is how do I gain some additional muscle mass so this pickleball thing happens before I'm dead.

Short of roids and hgh, what would help? Based on a formula I saw on the net, it begins at 2 grams protein/pound body weight. I'm not fat so in my situation that's about 200 grams of protein per day. I can't suck down that much protein powder minus puking so how do people sustain that level of protein intake?

If this doesn't work, I'll be in Tijuana scoring roids.

 

[SolarHawk]

TRT, I recommend for anyone 40 and up. I’m in the best shape of my life.

 

[hydro2.0]

I'm 57 and am in the same boat. For muscle mass you obviously have to do weight training but you need to monitor your protein intake. Around 60 grams a day is optimal but hard to do. I usually drink a couple protein shake a day to get there....there are healthy ones on the market. Use a powder with low to no sugar and mix it with fruit/veggies etc...

You serious Clark? 60 grams is a cake walk between breakfast, protein shake and lunch

 

[binsfeldcyhawk2]

You serious Clark? 60 grams is a cake walk between breakfast, protein shake and lunch

I was tracking my protein intake and had a hard time coming up with 60 grams without eating a lot of meat. Just sayin...

I also do intermittent fasting which complicates things a bit

 

[ClarindaA's]

So, as keen hort readers know, @jamesvanderwulf wants to kick my ass in pickleball. And so far I've deftly avoided him. As i have @torbee. I can guess the latter is younger than me and the former might be a tad older or maybe the same age.

As I approach my mid 50's, I notice I'm losing muscle mass. My science gig still requires on my feet action etc but obviously I'm not an athlete.

My question to hort adonises is how do I gain some additional muscle mass so this pickleball thing happens before I'm dead.

Short of roids and hgh, what would help? Based on a formula I saw on the net, it begins at 2 grams protein/pound body weight. I'm not fat so in my situation that's about 200 grams of protein per day. I can't suck down that much protein powder minus puking so how do people sustain that level of protein intake?

If this doesn't work, I'll be in Tijuana scoring roids.

Lift heavy, compound movements, 40 grams of protein 5x a day. Hit muscles groups 3x a week, 3 sets to failure. Eat 400 calories over TDEE per day. Egg whites, chicken breast wrapped in lo carb high fiber wraps. A couple protein shakes from fairlife(Sam’s club version). Creatine post workout

 

[ClarindaA's]

@GOHOX69 dm me

 

[hydro2.0]

I was tracking my protein intake and had a hard time coming up with 60 grams without eating a lot of meat. Just sayin...

I also do intermittent fasting which complicates things a bit

3 eggs and two sausage links
Protein drink
1.5 chicken breast at lunch with assorted veggies and greens

 

[McLovin32]

TRT, I recommend for anyone 40 and up. I’m in the best shape of my life.

 

[OrlandNole]

TRT, I recommend for anyone 40 and up. I’m in the best shape of my life.

You should definitely check your T levels. Mine are low (I'm 51), but instead of TRT I opted for estrogen blockers off-label. Six weeks in, and my body's natural T production doubled.

 

[EvilMonkeyInTheCloset]

 

[HawkMachine]

nut soft serve is quite filling.

 

[Tenacious E]

I'm way more flamboyant than the second guy 😉

then I recommend one of these. NTTAWWT

 

[BelemNole]

I have 20lbs I'm willing to give you.
After being skinny all my life not being able to get down to 180lbs now that I'm 55 sucks.

 

[stickman80]

Start with the potential obvious......a good general dewormer.

 

[bagdropper]

I wish I had this issue.

I simply think about food and I'll gain 3 pounds.