How to gain weight with a quick metabolism?

la_twh

I'm looking to gain 15 lbs. My metabolism isn't making this easy though? Any advice on gaining weight healthily with a quick metabolism? All advice is appreciated.

cflint809

Having the same issue here, I'm learning the value of calorie dense foods and trying to eat more small meals throughout the day. Trying to gain good weight is tough, I don't seem to ever be hungry anymore so that's something.:)

Sutnak

peanut butter

LoDover

I have the same problem i asked around and basically all they told me was to eat peanut butter, eggs, breads, pastas, potatoes and drink lots of milk. I hope that helps

Melody_MCV

To help slow down your metabolism and gain weight do the opposite of what people do to lose weight. Eat fewer, bigger meals. Your body will react by storing food instead of burning it, because the time between meals is longer.

Aviva92

Melody_MCV wrote: »

To help slow down your metabolism and gain weight do the opposite of what people do to lose weight. Eat fewer, bigger meals. Your body will react by storing food instead of burning it, because the time between meals is longer.

I'm pretty sure the time between meals doesn't make a difference.

Springfield1970

Melody_MCV wrote: »

To help slow down your metabolism and gain weight do the opposite of what people do to lose weight. Eat fewer, bigger meals. Your body will react by storing food instead of burning it, because the time between meals is longer.

Quite simply untrue. Many people here lose on two or even one big meal a day. You're peddling a myth.

OP cut the exercise and activity right back and eat high fat, high carb food but not more than about 20g of sat fat a day, your diary can track that. Eat your veggies for nutrition and aim for 100g of protein a day.

tbj3232

LoDover wrote: »

I have the same problem i asked around and basically all they told me was to eat peanut butter, eggs, breads, pastas, potatoes and drink lots of milk. I hope that helps

Sounds like a true story to me. I've been on my weight gain. You have to put calories in. Peanut Butter is rich in fat, and calories. Carbs will help too. Just be sure to avoid too many carbs that are high on the glycemic index (helps avoid big spikes in your blood insulin levels....don't wanna chance diabetes).

All in all, you have to EAT!

I'm up 16 lbs in bout 3 or so months.

TheMetalMan0

Eat more. Srs

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xJohnbull

No matter how much you eat, eat more !!!

devil_in_a_blue_dress

Calorie dense foods. Peanut butter, nuts, avocado, olive oil.

elainecroft

You may consider strength training to build muscle, if you aren't already. Plus high protein/fat rich foods.

ninerbuff

For every person that has told me they have a "quick metabolism" and can't gain weight I always have the same answer: You're eating at maintenance or less. I bet if one at 600-1000 calorie meals every 3 hours, they would gain weight.

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Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition

Wheelhouse15

Aviva92 wrote: »

Melody_MCV wrote: »

To help slow down your metabolism and gain weight do the opposite of what people do to lose weight. Eat fewer, bigger meals. Your body will react by storing food instead of burning it, because the time between meals is longer.

I'm pretty sure the time between meals doesn't make a difference.

No, that's fallacy derived from the mythical "starvation mode". IF and OMAD are actually used as a weight loss strategy for many so it's probably best to avoid for weight gain.

Wheelhouse15

As stated above, just eat more and if you are having trouble then eat dense calorie foods that many would say are "junk" foods or "empty" calories. Just get as many calories into you and you will gain but just make sure that you eat a balanced diet with all your nutritional needs met and you'll start putting on weight.

elfman5150

Many people who believe they have a quick metabolism are in reality just not eating as much as I think. Make sure to get an accurate count for your calories, and then increase them by eating more food in general (especially higher calorie foods)

la_twh

Thank you so much to everyone for their advice. I appreciate the help.

AliceDark

elfman5150 wrote: »

Many people who believe they have a quick metabolism are in reality just not eating as much as I think. Make sure to get an accurate count for your calories, and then increase them by eating more food in general (especially higher calorie foods)

This. Or they're eating a lot of calories for a few days but then relaxing on their intake, just like people who "diet" by eating less for a few days and then wondering why that wasn't enough for them to lose weight. Just like you won't lose weight in a few weeks, you won't gain that quickly either.

elfman5150

I had a friend back in college who started bulking, and ate a lot of food for a few weeks. He started gaining weight and getting stronger, but I think he must have been afraid of the scale going up because he soon stopped eating as much, and got frustrated that he wasn't gaining. Don't be afraid to eat more than you think you 'should.'

ndj1979

eat more ice cream.

ndj1979

elainecroft wrote: »

You may consider strength training to build muscle, if you aren't already. Plus high protein/fat rich foods.

that is not going to do anything if OP is not in a surplus.

allenbrowning

I used to make a healthy weight gainer shake that was 1200+ calories. Magic ingredient was coconut oil. The shake consisted of oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, my homemade peanut butter, whole milk, coconut oil, whole eggs, and a banana

Wheelhouse15

allenbrowning wrote: »

I used to make a healthy weight gainer shake that was 1200+ calories. Magic ingredient was coconut oil. The shake consisted of oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, my homemade peanut butter, whole milk, coconut oil, whole eggs, and a banana

Thanks for the recipe, sounds delicious.

KaraAlste

Lots of calories and consistency. Finding a specific weight gain program and sticking to that until the goal weight is reached will take the stress out of thinking about it.

bodybyburgers

ninerbuff wrote: »

For every person that has told me they have a "quick metabolism" and can't gain weight I always have the same answer: You're eating at maintenance or less. I bet if one at 600-1000 calorie meals every 3 hours, they would gain weight.

A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition

I've run into the exact same thing with people, and share this view 100%

Melody_MCV

Springfield1970 wrote: »

Melody_MCV wrote: »

To help slow down your metabolism and gain weight do the opposite of what people do to lose weight. Eat fewer, bigger meals. Your body will react by storing food instead of burning it, because the time between meals is longer.

Quite simply untrue. Many people here lose on two or even one big meal a day. You're peddling a myth.

OP cut the exercise and activity right back and eat high fat, high carb food but not more than about 20g of sat fat a day, your diary can track that. Eat your veggies for nutrition and aim for 100g of protein a day.

MrM27 wrote: »

Melody_MCV wrote: »

To help slow down your metabolism and gain weight do the opposite of what people do to lose weight. Eat fewer, bigger meals. Your body will react by storing food instead of burning it, because the time between meals is longer.

Just a completely false answer. Everyone should ignore the answer above.

OP, the answer is simple. Eat more food.

Let me rephrase that because no where did I say eat 1-2 meals. SPACE YOUR MEALS OUT. When you eat frequently, your body is used to that and disregards the need to store any of it. Spacing your meals out will force your body to store more of it to last until the next time you eat, thus gaining weight.

"Step 3
Space your meals out more to slow down your metabolism. According to Cooking Light magazine, the more frequently you eat, the faster your metabolism runs and the more calories your body burns. Therefore, if you eat only three times per day instead of snacking often and having five or six meals per day, you will slow down your metabolism and gain weight."
http://www.livestrong.com/article/69031-slow-down-metabolism-gain-weight/#page=2

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Wheelhouse15

Melody_MCV wrote: »

Springfield1970 wrote: »

Melody_MCV wrote: »

To help slow down your metabolism and gain weight do the opposite of what people do to lose weight. Eat fewer, bigger meals. Your body will react by storing food instead of burning it, because the time between meals is longer.

Quite simply untrue. Many people here lose on two or even one big meal a day. You're peddling a myth.

OP cut the exercise and activity right back and eat high fat, high carb food but not more than about 20g of sat fat a day, your diary can track that. Eat your veggies for nutrition and aim for 100g of protein a day.

MrM27 wrote: »

Melody_MCV wrote: »

To help slow down your metabolism and gain weight do the opposite of what people do to lose weight. Eat fewer, bigger meals. Your body will react by storing food instead of burning it, because the time between meals is longer.

Just a completely false answer. Everyone should ignore the answer above.

OP, the answer is simple. Eat more food.

Let me rephrase that because no where did I say eat 1-2 meals. SPACE YOUR MEALS OUT. When you eat frequently, your body is used to that and disregards the need to store any of it. Spacing your meals out will force your body to store more of it to last until the next time you eat, thus gaining weight.

"Step 3
Space your meals out more to slow down your metabolism. According to Cooking Light magazine, the more frequently you eat, the faster your metabolism runs and the more calories your body burns. Therefore, if you eat only three times per day instead of snacking often and having five or six meals per day, you will slow down your metabolism and gain weight."
http://www.livestrong.com/article/69031-slow-down-metabolism-gain-weight/#page=2

No the timing of meals has very little affect on mrtabolism and you need better sources. Can that magazine it's crap.

Melody_MCV

I don't care to argue with you, @MrM27‌, @Wheelhouse15‌ or even with @Springfield1970‌. The information is there. I'm gonna leave it at that.

scottacular

Melody_MCV wrote: »

To help slow down your metabolism and gain weight do the opposite of what people do to lose weight. Eat fewer, bigger meals. Your body will react by storing food instead of burning it, because the time between meals is longer.

Bro-science.