How to gain weight with a quick metabolism?

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

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.

allyourbases

Melody_MCV wrote: »

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.

Misinformation.

jdscrubs32

la_twh wrote: »

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.

What everyone has said above with the odd exception. Eat more. I had the same problem until I upped my calorie level to the amount I'm at. Eat unsalted nuts, fruits, veg, pasta, rice, potatoes, peanut butter, bread, etc. Also cut down any cardio exercise you are doing to none or once a week. I've done the above & thankfully I'm increasing. Good luck. Add me if you want.

Melody_MCV

MrM27 wrote: »

Melody_MCV wrote: »

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.

Of course the information you got is there. It's just wrong. Everyone in this thread knows it and those that are just lurking this thread should know it. Melody, you are wrong. Have a nice day. You may bow out now as you planned.

Thank you! I appreciate your kindness, have a good one.

Wheelhouse15

Melody_MCV wrote: »

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.

We don't expect you to defend such erroneous statements but we would prefer you not make them in the first place.

Amanelot

I don't think you have a high metabolism. I don't even think I have a high metabolism and I cut at 3600 calories. How active is your life style? If you're very active you will have to eat a lot to gain

yopeeps025

OP unlimited pizza.

Melody_MCV

Wheelhouse15 wrote: »

Melody_MCV wrote: »

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.

We don't expect you to defend such erroneous statements but we would prefer you not make them in the first place.

Relax, first off this is a community, a public forum. I appreciate your attempts to debunk my statements but that's still no need to be butt hurt about it. Either way, I stand by it.