I SUCK at putting food in my mouth!
jamesolmos
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I absolutely SUCK at putting food in my mouth. I just don't have the time to eat. I want to gain a 0.5 lb of muscle per week but I can't consume 3000 calories . . . on a good day, maybe I'll eat 2,000 calories.
I'm 5' 10" @ 145lbs with 7% BF
I understand that I can consume protein drinks and powdered supplements from any vendor, but I'd like to actually eat real food. I'm not lazy by any means; I'm just crazy busy and a bit ADD
I know some answers to my challenge, so this is more of a rant, but it's the most challenging aspect of my health path. I can pre cook and freeze or pack food for trips . . . I get it, pre plan your menu and start feeding your muscles.
BUT - if I'm missing something then please let me know. Or maybe you can relate?
I'm 5' 10" @ 145lbs with 7% BF
I understand that I can consume protein drinks and powdered supplements from any vendor, but I'd like to actually eat real food. I'm not lazy by any means; I'm just crazy busy and a bit ADD
I know some answers to my challenge, so this is more of a rant, but it's the most challenging aspect of my health path. I can pre cook and freeze or pack food for trips . . . I get it, pre plan your menu and start feeding your muscles.
BUT - if I'm missing something then please let me know. Or maybe you can relate?
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Peanut butter....0
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In addition to peanut butter as the previous poster said, you can incorporate:
avocados,
olives,
walnuts,
cashews,
almonds,
salmon,
tuna,
olive oil.
healthy fats...0 -
I'd eat steak-n-eggs every morning for breakfast
Thank gawd I don't have to cook for your whiney a**:laugh: :laugh: 0 -
This is a problem I DO NOT have.
Have you tried a gainer shake? From my understanding you can get some that are like 1200 calories for one shake. Maybe that would be something to try?0 -
i have an alarm clock set to noon b'c when i get busy that's my most common time of the day to forget to eat.
Think about your life, how many alarms do you have. Set one for each meal/snack time and carry portable foods you can eat when you need them, like snack bars, nuts, pnut butter packets, honey packets, sugar packets, dry oatmeal packets to mix with hot water from any starbucks, things like that.
Set your cell phone, your bedside alarm, your watch alarm, your work clock alarm, every alarm you have for the different times you need to eat. ADD does not sound easy but your ears still work and hopefully this can help.0 -
Excuse me..let me go grab a tissue so I can cry for you.
i feel like these types of comments are NOT helpful. OP did after all post in a "gain weight" thread and so thusly deserves no smairly comments from the ppl trying to lose weight peanuts gallery.0 -
Wish I had this problem...lol
this one too, (strikeout)0 -
Eat calorie dense food.
Icecream is a favourite of many on here.
If you've got time to workout, you've got time to eat.
Hell, better to have a shorter workout and take some of that time eating.
I had 1000 calories worth of pizza BETWEEN SETS earlier.
True story, too!
(The hanging leg raises I chucked in as a bit of additional abs work after, not quite so good - by that point I'd polished off the rest of the 750 calorie 'ice cream log' I'd started earlier (117 carbs, 23 fat, 10g protein - tasty way to get the energy in.)
Overall today I've eaten 4225 calories and none of it took a massive amount of time - though I do have the benefit of having my own weights, so can do stuff between sets.0 -
It's really not entirely different than the millions of people that struggle with the exact opposite problem (putting TOO much food in their mouths). Just like you might be skipping meals (consciously or subconsciously), those trying to "diet"/cut/lose weight might choose to (consciously or subconsciously) have one too many treats and exceed their caloric intake.
Either way, it comes down to REALLY wanting to achieve the desired result. If people want a leaner physique, they're going to make the sacrifice to move more & eat less. Just like them, you might have to sacrifice a bit and make eating a priority, if bulking is truly your desired result.
Combine making it a priority with some of the calorie-dense foods previous posters have suggested and you'll be well on your way.
Best of luck with the gainz!0 -
It's really not entirely different than the millions of people that struggle with the exact opposite problem (putting TOO much food in their mouths). Just like you might be skipping meals (consciously or subconsciously), those trying to "diet"/cut/lose weight might choose to (consciously or subconsciously) have one too many treats and exceed their caloric intake.
Either way, it comes down to REALLY wanting to achieve the desired result. If people want a leaner physique, they're going to make the sacrifice to move more & eat less. Just like them, you might have to sacrifice a bit and make eating a priority, if bulking is truly your desired result.
Combine making it a priority with some of the calorie-dense foods previous posters have suggested and you'll be well on your way.
Best of luck with the gainz!
I feel like "REALLY wanting" is no match for OP's busy or his ADD.0 -
It's really not entirely different than the millions of people that struggle with the exact opposite problem (putting TOO much food in their mouths). Just like you might be skipping meals (consciously or subconsciously), those trying to "diet"/cut/lose weight might choose to (consciously or subconsciously) have one too many treats and exceed their caloric intake.
Either way, it comes down to REALLY wanting to achieve the desired result. If people want a leaner physique, they're going to make the sacrifice to move more & eat less. Just like them, you might have to sacrifice a bit and make eating a priority, if bulking is truly your desired result.
Combine making it a priority with some of the calorie-dense foods previous posters have suggested and you'll be well on your way.
Best of luck with the gainz!
I feel like "REALLY wanting" is no match for OP's busy or his ADD.
That just goes back to my point that there has to be sacrifice. Whether it's gaining or losing, there is always going to be some obstacle in the way isn't there? Then the only question is whether it becomes an excuse not to do it, or an obstacle you overcome so that you can do it.0 -
Excuse me..let me go grab a tissue so I can cry for you.
Wonder how comments like these would be received on the 'Losing Weight' boards if those of us trying to gain posted them?Wish I had this problem...lol
Clearly, you are the devil, and would be labelled as such. Hold still while i grab my torch and pitchfork...
OP, try boiling a dozen eggs, and keep them in the fridge so you can grab a couple at a time for a quick food, or mash it up with some mayo for egg salad sandwiches when you have a bit more time. Bananas are an easy bring along food. Either buy or make up a bunch of individually wrapped burger patties, or sausages that you can fry up for quick dinners. Bagels instead of bread for sandwiches0 -
???Excuse me..let me go grab a tissue so I can cry for you.
Wonder how comments like these would be received on the 'Losing Weight' boards if those of us trying to gain posted them?Wish I had this problem...lol
Clearly, you are the devil, and would be labelled as such. Hold still while i grab my torch and pitchfork...0 -
Oh and chocolate milk too - 75 calories / 100ml or so, so 750 calories a litre.
Similar macros to 'bulking' powders.0 -
It's really not entirely different than the millions of people that struggle with the exact opposite problem (putting TOO much food in their mouths). Just like you might be skipping meals (consciously or subconsciously), those trying to "diet"/cut/lose weight might choose to (consciously or subconsciously) have one too many treats and exceed their caloric intake.
Either way, it comes down to REALLY wanting to achieve the desired result. If people want a leaner physique, they're going to make the sacrifice to move more & eat less. Just like them, you might have to sacrifice a bit and make eating a priority, if bulking is truly your desired result.
Combine making it a priority with some of the calorie-dense foods previous posters have suggested and you'll be well on your way.
Best of luck with the gainz!
I feel like "REALLY wanting" is no match for OP's busy or his ADD.
That just goes back to my point that there has to be sacrifice. Whether it's gaining or losing, there is always going to be some obstacle in the way isn't there? Then the only question is whether it becomes an excuse not to do it, or an obstacle you overcome so that you can do it.
I guess I don't know enough about ADD to know if actual SPECIFIC tools might be more useful to the OP or just some BUCK UP kinds of advice. IDK. Just overall reading his OP the "busy" and "ADD" stuck out in my mind as the top obstacles to be overcome for his success. I in NO way meant those to be excuses but just the points to focus on ironing out to look forward to success.
Sorry if it seemed like I was excusing him for anything, I'm fairly certain he seems to want to work out whatevers in his way of getting his cals up. At least that's how his tone came across.0 -
Don't eat as clean as humanly possible. That's usually the problem for people in your lucky little boat, they want to eat 3000 calories but can't figure out how to put down that much broccoli. Your body just needs the calories, it doesn't care where they come from. Have a few doughnuts for breakfast and eat clean the rest of day. No time? Have a couple candy bars for lunch. It's not going the be unhealthy for you as long as most of your diet comes from healthy sources which I'm sure it does.0
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What kinds of foods are you eating now? Your diary is blank.0
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???Excuse me..let me go grab a tissue so I can cry for you.
Wonder how comments like these would be received on the 'Losing Weight' boards if those of us trying to gain posted them?Wish I had this problem...lol
Clearly, you are the devil, and would be labelled as such. Hold still while i grab my torch and pitchfork...
I was giving an example of the reception he would receive in the scenario described.
I dont actually want to torch or pitchfork him. Although that makes me think of bbq...
ETA: the quote I had responded to was deleted, so now i just sound like a crazy lady muttering to herself. Story of my life.0 -
I absolutely SUCK at putting food in my mouth. I just don't have the time to eat. I want to gain a 0.5 lb of muscle per week but I can't consume 3000 calories . . . on a good day, maybe I'll eat 2,000 calories.
I'm 5' 10" @ 145lbs with 7% BF
I understand that I can consume protein drinks and powdered supplements from any vendor, but I'd like to actually eat real food. I'm not lazy by any means; I'm just crazy busy and a bit ADD
I know some answers to my challenge, so this is more of a rant, but it's the most challenging aspect of my health path. I can pre cook and freeze or pack food for trips . . . I get it, pre plan your menu and start feeding your muscles.
BUT - if I'm missing something then please let me know. Or maybe you can relate?
I can relate, its a pain in the *kitten* eating all the time. I refuse to eat crappy food. Only thing I can recommend is a mass gainer. I have been drinking three shakes a day from GNC Beyond Raw Mass Gainer. On top of that power foods will help. Avacado, Peanut butter, nuts, fruits and veggies. The mass gainer alone will add 870 calories a day. I've put on about 10 lbs. in a couple weeks. All I can say is just keep snacks with you and constantly snack on them throughout the whole day.0 -
OP, think of it this way: your body needs a certain amount of vitamins and minerals and amino acids in order to run. The amount of each of those things is not a percentage of your total intake, it is just a flat number.
For example if you normally eat 2000 calories to maintain and get 60mg of vitamin C per day, when bulking at 3000 calories you DO NOT suddenly need 90 mg of vitamin C. So if you eat your maintenance consisting of all of the foods you normally eat to maintain, this will get you your required micronutrients. The rest do not need to contain any micronutrients, so even if you were add all the extra calories in the form of 100% pure sugar/fat/protein molecules, you would still get the nutrition your body needs to be healthy.0 -
Blend it. Blend it all.
I have the same problem. I don't enjoy eating at home. I can gorge myself at a restaurant, but I hate eating/prepping/putting food in my mouth at home. much easier to drink the calories.0 -
Check out Apetamin on you tube. It really helps.0
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Don't eat as clean as humanly possible. That's usually the problem for people in your lucky little boat, they want to eat 3000 calories but can't figure out how to put down that much broccoli. Your body just needs the calories, it doesn't care where they come from. Have a few doughnuts for breakfast and eat clean the rest of day. No time? Have a couple candy bars for lunch. It's not going the be unhealthy for you as long as most of your diet comes from healthy sources which I'm sure it does.OP, think of it this way: your body needs a certain amount of vitamins and minerals and amino acids in order to run. The amount of each of those things is not a percentage of your total intake, it is just a flat number.
For example if you normally eat 2000 calories to maintain and get 60mg of vitamin C per day, when bulking at 3000 calories you DO NOT suddenly need 90 mg of vitamin C. So if you eat your maintenance consisting of all of the foods you normally eat to maintain, this will get you your required micronutrients. The rest do not need to contain any micronutrients, so even if you were add all the extra calories in the form of 100% pure sugar/fat/protein molecules, you would still get the nutrition your body needs to be healthy.
TL;DR Get Dirty
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Ice cream.
That was my finisher for my bulking days (3500+) when I didn't get there from "normal" food during the day. That said, it isn't *that* hard to get there with regular food...just look for opportunities to add cheese, butter, etc....but I understand how it can turn into a real grind, especially if you're not disciplined to front-load your day with calories.
ETA: Ah, yes, chocolate milk. I forgot about the cups of that I would have post-workout/whenever. Good call, geebusuk.0 -
It's really not entirely different than the millions of people that struggle with the exact opposite problem (putting TOO much food in their mouths). Just like you might be skipping meals (consciously or subconsciously), those trying to "diet"/cut/lose weight might choose to (consciously or subconsciously) have one too many treats and exceed their caloric intake.
Either way, it comes down to REALLY wanting to achieve the desired result. If people want a leaner physique, they're going to make the sacrifice to move more & eat less. Just like them, you might have to sacrifice a bit and make eating a priority, if bulking is truly your desired result.
Combine making it a priority with some of the calorie-dense foods previous posters have suggested and you'll be well on your way.
Best of luck with the gainz!
I feel like "REALLY wanting" is no match for OP's busy or his ADD.
That just goes back to my point that there has to be sacrifice. Whether it's gaining or losing, there is always going to be some obstacle in the way isn't there? Then the only question is whether it becomes an excuse not to do it, or an obstacle you overcome so that you can do it.
I guess I don't know enough about ADD to know if actual SPECIFIC tools might be more useful to the OP or just some BUCK UP kinds of advice. IDK. Just overall reading his OP the "busy" and "ADD" stuck out in my mind as the top obstacles to be overcome for his success. I in NO way meant those to be excuses but just the points to focus on ironing out to look forward to success.
Sorry if it seemed like I was excusing him for anything, I'm fairly certain he seems to want to work out whatevers in his way of getting his cals up. At least that's how his tone came across.
Agreed. I also did not think you were excusing him. In fact, I thought I'd just give some "buck up" advice since some pretty good specific ideas were already covered by you and other previous posters. Getting dirty (with food choices), setting reminders/alarms, bringing portable foods, etc. would all be great at addressing his particular noted obstacles.0 -
It's really not entirely different than the millions of people that struggle with the exact opposite problem (putting TOO much food in their mouths). Just like you might be skipping meals (consciously or subconsciously), those trying to "diet"/cut/lose weight might choose to (consciously or subconsciously) have one too many treats and exceed their caloric intake.
Either way, it comes down to REALLY wanting to achieve the desired result. If people want a leaner physique, they're going to make the sacrifice to move more & eat less. Just like them, you might have to sacrifice a bit and make eating a priority, if bulking is truly your desired result.
Combine making it a priority with some of the calorie-dense foods previous posters have suggested and you'll be well on your way.
Best of luck with the gainz!
I feel like "REALLY wanting" is no match for OP's busy or his ADD.
That just goes back to my point that there has to be sacrifice. Whether it's gaining or losing, there is always going to be some obstacle in the way isn't there? Then the only question is whether it becomes an excuse not to do it, or an obstacle you overcome so that you can do it.
I guess I don't know enough about ADD to know if actual SPECIFIC tools might be more useful to the OP or just some BUCK UP kinds of advice. IDK. Just overall reading his OP the "busy" and "ADD" stuck out in my mind as the top obstacles to be overcome for his success. I in NO way meant those to be excuses but just the points to focus on ironing out to look forward to success.
Sorry if it seemed like I was excusing him for anything, I'm fairly certain he seems to want to work out whatevers in his way of getting his cals up. At least that's how his tone came across.
Agreed. I also did not think you were excusing him. In fact, I thought I'd just give some "buck up" advice since some pretty good specific ideas were already covered by you and other previous posters. Getting dirty (with food choices), setting reminders/alarms, bringing portable foods, etc. would all be great at addressing his particular noted obstacles.
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OP, I'm with you. I forgot to eat today and am trying to make up 1300 calories between dinner, chocolate milk and probably some ice cream. I didn't think this was humanly possible, but I'm totally sick of ice cream. Try to ease up on the idea of eating clean -- you'll never hit your calories that way! Do the best you can, and then make up the rest with whatever you can stand to eat at the end of the day.0
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Lmao! That gif killed me0
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I don't blame ya... on high days for me ill eat 2100 calories... but ill be soooo full by that time... I cant imagine 3000 calories a day... idk maybe eat a chipotle burrito a day
I get =
chicken or steak
cheese
pico (the diced tomatoes n onions)
guacamole
brown rice
pinto beans
that alone is seriously 1000 calories for me!! maybe it'll help u haha... or just pick up drinking! haha beer has a lot of calories!! im jk don't pick up drinking 0 -
It occurred to me this morning to ask if lots of water was being consumed IN ADDITION to other fluids. There is a myth out there that one needs "8 glasses of water" to stay properly hydrated. That fluid intake does not need to be water alone. Almost any other liquid except those containing alcohol or excessive caffeine can count as well.
DISCLAIMER: This is NOT a match thrown into a trash can. PLEASE do not turn this thread into a dumpster fire. I sincerely beleive it is possible our health minded OP could be walking around with a bottle of water in his hand all day long AND still drinking large drinks with his meals and also consuming all the liquid that is in smoothies or protein drinks etc.0
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