What's a good body/look for men and advice? (cont)

isamann
isamann Posts: 16 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
(Continued from http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1355407-what-s-a-good-male-body-type-look)

I figured out how to post an image, I think. I have a few questions.

1) I've been skinny all my life, how do I overcome my genetics and gain weight in a healthy way? I don't want to get super fat or be like a bodybuilder (I don't have the time to be super ripped), I just not be stick thin anymore. What's a sustainable body type?

2) Males: from picture A to H, what's your fitness body type goal (one that you'd like to be most like)?

and...females: which pic(s) do you think is most appealing?

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  • BigT555
    BigT555 Posts: 2,067 Member
    my goal body is the one ill have next week.

    seriously, setting a goal body is setting yourself up for failure, or a case of body dismorphia.

    but check out the gaining weight forum for info on how to gain weight. all you really need is a calorie surplus and a good exercise regime.

    as for the sustainable body type, that depends on too many factors, like genetics, resources available, and how hard you are willing to work on a day to day basis for it
  • formerfatboy1
    formerfatboy1 Posts: 76 Member
    I set weekly goals and kill them then move to the next goal. All of my goals are small goals Nothing to crazy like bodybuilder type. You are going to gain muscle and loose fat depending on your nutrition. I just Keep pushing day in and day out and Keep gaining. 30 months and counting for this Guy and I don't plan on stopping anytime soon. It's a lifestyle change. How I look ten years from now will all depend on all the hard work I put in. getting fit takes time so set small goals and destroy them.
  • accelerashawn
    accelerashawn Posts: 470 Member
    I'd start counting your calories and creeping up on your calories until you start to gain some weight. Definitely hit the weights a few times per week so that your body thinks you need more muscle.

    I'm probably moviing towards the A body type...muscular but not huge or scary and 10% body fat. But like the above said, set realistic short term goals that you can reach rather than a far out dream that will be hard to stay motivated for.
  • thavoice
    thavoice Posts: 1,326 Member
    (Continued from http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1355407-what-s-a-good-male-body-type-look)

    I figured out how to post an image, I think. I have a few questions.

    1) I've been skinny all my life, how do I overcome my genetics and gain weight in a healthy way? I don't want to get super fat or be like a bodybuilder (I don't have the time to be super ripped), I just not be stick thin anymore. What's a sustainable body type?

    2) Males: from picture A to H, what's your fitness body type goal (one that you'd like to be most like)?

    and...females: which pic(s) do you think is most appealing?

    87a8774f-672e-4706-8dca-b22bd9e54882_zpsf8788842.jpg

    Females cannot accurately answer this question until the also see their bank account.....
  • rybo
    rybo Posts: 5,424 Member
    Be the body you have. If you want to be bigger, eat more. If you want to be stronger, lift hard.
  • likitisplit
    likitisplit Posts: 9,420 Member
    (Continued from http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1355407-what-s-a-good-male-body-type-look)

    I figured out how to post an image, I think. I have a few questions.

    1) I've been skinny all my life, how do I overcome my genetics and gain weight in a healthy way? I don't want to get super fat or be like a bodybuilder (I don't have the time to be super ripped), I just not be stick thin anymore. What's a sustainable body type?

    2) Males: from picture A to H, what's your fitness body type goal (one that you'd like to be most like)?

    and...females: which pic(s) do you think is most appealing?

    87a8774f-672e-4706-8dca-b22bd9e54882_zpsf8788842.jpg

    Which of them loads the dishwasher and ACTUALLY TURNS IT ON?
  • ew_david
    ew_david Posts: 3,473 Member
    I want the one that will pet me and tell me I'm pretty
  • LolBroScience
    LolBroScience Posts: 4,537 Member
    I want the one that will pet me and tell me I'm pretty

    Hi
  • JoRocka
    JoRocka Posts: 17,525 Member
    depends on if he rides an I4 or a Vtwin.

    also the one who wakes up and makes me breakfast on his weekend when I still have to get up and go to work.
  • AllOutof_Bubblegum
    AllOutof_Bubblegum Posts: 3,646 Member
    Wait, what do you mean you "don't have time to get super ripped"? Are you in a race? When's the deadline? What's the deadline FOR, exactly? If looking ripped is not your goal, ok fine. But fitness is a lifelong thing, and even if you overcome your genetics to achieve the body you want, you are going to have to invest a lot if TIME to maintain it. Don't think this is some sprint to the finish line. It will be a lot if work, and it will continue to be a lot of work.
  • JoRocka
    JoRocka Posts: 17,525 Member
    Wait, what do you mean you "don't have time to get super ripped"? Are you in a race? When's the deadline? What's the deadline FOR, exactly? If looking ripped is not your goal, ok fine. But fitness is a lifelong thing, and even if you overcome your genetics to achieve the body you want, you are going to have to invest a lot if TIME to maintain it. Don't think this is some sprint to the finish line. It will be a lot if work, and it will continue to be a lot of work.

    ssshhhhesss don't tell them that- you're letting everyone on to all our secrets!!!
  • usmcmp
    usmcmp Posts: 21,219 Member
    Hi

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  • AllOutof_Bubblegum
    AllOutof_Bubblegum Posts: 3,646 Member
    But to answer your question, I prefer something between G and H, though my husband is closer to F. (He's working on it. :smile: )
  • AllOutof_Bubblegum
    AllOutof_Bubblegum Posts: 3,646 Member
    Wait, what do you mean you "don't have time to get super ripped"? Are you in a race? When's the deadline? What's the deadline FOR, exactly? If looking ripped is not your goal, ok fine. But fitness is a lifelong thing, and even if you overcome your genetics to achieve the body you want, you are going to have to invest a lot if TIME to maintain it. Don't think this is some sprint to the finish line. It will be a lot if work, and it will continue to be a lot of work.

    ssshhhhesss don't tell them that- you're letting everyone on to all our secrets!!!

    sorry.gif
  • LAT1963
    LAT1963 Posts: 1,375 Member
    B,G, and H appeal to (most) women.

    Bulkier muscles impress other men but are just "meh" to women.
  • LolBroScience
    LolBroScience Posts: 4,537 Member
    1) I've been skinny all my life, how do I overcome my genetics and gain weight in a healthy way? I don't want to get super fat or be like a bodybuilder (I don't have the time to be super ripped), I just not be stick thin anymore.

    Good. It doesn't happen by accident anyway.

    In 4 excuses tho.
  • jdietdiary
    jdietdiary Posts: 5
    B-C is great. Honestly, body builder bodies are a bit too much...Aim for lean, eat protein & workout.
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  • usmcmp
    usmcmp Posts: 21,219 Member
    I don't want to get super fat or be like a bodybuilder (I don't have the time to be super ripped), I just not be stick thin anymore. What's a sustainable body type?

    If you don't want to be like a bodybuilder than just don't devote 5+ years to trying hard to get big (or avoid steroids). Being a bodybuilder takes lots and lots of time. You won't accidentally become a bodybuilder.
  • ValGogo
    ValGogo Posts: 2,168 Member
    They're men....all of them are appealing.

    :devil:
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  • usmcmp
    usmcmp Posts: 21,219 Member
    B,G, and H appeal to (most) women.

    Bulkier muscles impress other men but are just "meh" to women.

    As a bodybuilder I fully appreciate the work that it took a man to develop larger muscles (although I date men of all body types). You may prefer certain types, but you can't speak for all women.
  • ValGogo
    ValGogo Posts: 2,168 Member
    I want the one that will pet me and tell me I'm pretty

    #1 answer....dingdingdingding
  • AllOutof_Bubblegum
    AllOutof_Bubblegum Posts: 3,646 Member
    I'm going for this: OfJ9Ims.jpg

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  • rides4sanity
    rides4sanity Posts: 1,269 Member
    I like B or H... There is absolutely nothing wrong with having a goal or image in your mind as to what you want to achieve... That being said you aren't the same, so expect some deviations... Chyna Cho is my "goal" type. I'm short with narrow hips so we have a similar structure, but I'm 40 with 2 kids and saggy skin from being heavy. I will never get that tight 20 something body, but it gives me an idea of what areas I'd like to build and such...

    Good luck!
  • ValGogo
    ValGogo Posts: 2,168 Member
    Wait, what do you mean you "don't have time to get super ripped"? Are you in a race? When's the deadline? What's the deadline FOR, exactly? If looking ripped is not your goal, ok fine. But fitness is a lifelong thing, and even if you overcome your genetics to achieve the body you want, you are going to have to invest a lot if TIME to maintain it. Don't think this is some sprint to the finish line. It will be a lot if work, and it will continue to be a lot of work.

    ssshhhhesss don't tell them that- you're letting everyone on to all our secrets!!!

    sorry.gif

    [img]http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view1/3178432/hug-it-out-o.gif[/img OK, hug it out....[/img]
  • NextPage
    NextPage Posts: 609 Member
    I think most women have a broad range of types they find attractive. E would be a bit too boyish for most women. For D we would frankly be a bit too concerned about our man finding time to work out this much and have time for other things (if you know what I mean :blushing: )
  • ValGogo
    ValGogo Posts: 2,168 Member
    Wait, what do you mean you "don't have time to get super ripped"? Are you in a race? When's the deadline? What's the deadline FOR, exactly? If looking ripped is not your goal, ok fine. But fitness is a lifelong thing, and even if you overcome your genetics to achieve the body you want, you are going to have to invest a lot if TIME to maintain it. Don't think this is some sprint to the finish line. It will be a lot if work, and it will continue to be a lot of work.

    ssshhhhesss don't tell them that- you're letting everyone on to all our secrets!!!

    sorry.gif

    [img]http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view1/3178432/hug-it-out-o.gif[/img OK, hug it out....[/img]

    lets try this again - hug it out
    hug-it-out-o.gif
  • AllOutof_Bubblegum
    AllOutof_Bubblegum Posts: 3,646 Member
    Wait, what do you mean you "don't have time to get super ripped"? Are you in a race? When's the deadline? What's the deadline FOR, exactly? If looking ripped is not your goal, ok fine. But fitness is a lifelong thing, and even if you overcome your genetics to achieve the body you want, you are going to have to invest a lot if TIME to maintain it. Don't think this is some sprint to the finish line. It will be a lot if work, and it will continue to be a lot of work.

    ssshhhhesss don't tell them that- you're letting everyone on to all our secrets!!!

    sorry.gif

    [img]http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view1/3178432/hug-it-out-o.gif[/img OK, hug it out....[/img]

    lets try this again - hug it out
    hug-it-out-o.gif

    step-brothers-hug-o.gif
  • JoRocka
    JoRocka Posts: 17,525 Member
    sad jo is sad at work b/c I see no pictures and gifs

    cry cry cry

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