"Clean" Bulking Buddy! (girl preferably?)

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  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,974 Member
    Recomping takes years for really significant results. Understand that "bulking" is muscle AND fat gain together.

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  • andyluvv
    andyluvv Posts: 281 Member
    EmmaRichards91 wrote: »
    FYI I'm nowhere NEAR a physicist - I just think particle physics is pretty awesome

    Hi there,
    First of all congrats on the recovery but I think if you read what you have been saying repeatedly you will notice that there is only one thing stopping you from getting where you want to be. You.

    You say repeatedly about the importance of eating clean for you which I get! I try to avoid sweets and candies because I can easily overdo them. BUT sometimes they're a godsend when in a bulk. Today I spent most of my day out, got home and realised I haven't had half my calories. But, as you should do - I thought ahead.

    I made homemade yogurt! If you want to eat clean, find recipes of calorie dense foods and leave them somewhere for easy access or take it with you. Also try to plan your diary the day before so you can plan how you'll spend your calories and if you can - leave some for the dinner time if you're hungry. I had a LOT of issues like you when I started my bulk, but I have been very successful and in time - I'm not SO scared about getting the fat with it anymore. In fact, it's been hard for me to keep within my calories because I'm constantly hungry.

    It made me really anxious for a long time, but after going out today I've noticed that the hard work I put in the gym has also paid off - as much as eating the excess. So take it slow, but make the process work for you. You're the only thing in your own way so make sustainable changes that will ease your mind in the process and you'll be getting strong in no time! ;)

    That's my advice!
  • Bellchick91
    Bellchick91 Posts: 148 Member
    andyluvv wrote: »
    EmmaRichards91 wrote: »
    FYI I'm nowhere NEAR a physicist - I just think particle physics is pretty awesome

    Hi there,
    First of all congrats on the recovery but I think if you read what you have been saying repeatedly you will notice that there is only one thing stopping you from getting where you want to be. You.

    You say repeatedly about the importance of eating clean for you which I get! I try to avoid sweets and candies because I can easily overdo them. BUT sometimes they're a godsend when in a bulk. Today I spent most of my day out, got home and realised I haven't had half my calories. But, as you should do - I thought ahead.

    I made homemade yogurt! If you want to eat clean, find recipes of calorie dense foods and leave them somewhere for easy access or take it with you. Also try to plan your diary the day before so you can plan how you'll spend your calories and if you can - leave some for the dinner time if you're hungry. I had a LOT of issues like you when I started my bulk, but I have been very successful and in time - I'm not SO scared about getting the fat with it anymore. In fact, it's been hard for me to keep within my calories because I'm constantly hungry.

    It made me really anxious for a long time, but after going out today I've noticed that the hard work I put in the gym has also paid off - as much as eating the excess. So take it slow, but make the process work for you. You're the only thing in your own way so make sustainable changes that will ease your mind in the process and you'll be getting strong in no time! ;)

    That's my advice!

    That was a really nice comment :) Thank you. And I know it's me stopping me - if you know what I mean. I need to DO it. I need some more support, I think. But in essense yes you're right. And I know that. As for your advice - thank you again! I do all of that already, but I just dont EAT what I plan to eat. Thats my problem. OR I get scared, and chicken out. And panic. Gaaah! Had a good day yesterday.. Was weighed today and DOWN .8kg so seriously I need to up the anti. I am scared, as you understand.

    Again, thank you so much. Very much appreciated :blush: xx
  • Bellchick91
    Bellchick91 Posts: 148 Member
    yellowantphil wrote: »
    EmmaRichards91 wrote: »
    FYI I'm nowhere NEAR a physicist - I just think particle physics is pretty awesome
    I’m not a physicist either, but I pretended to be one in grad school. Watch out for those charm quarks... they can be trouble. :D

    By the way, I am not a girl and I wouldn’t know how to support you, but good luck with your goals! I’m planning to start a bulk near the end of this year sometime.


    Thank you! I will keep you all updated in my little status update thingys. You're very kind!
  • andyluvv
    andyluvv Posts: 281 Member
    edited August 2015
    EmmaRichards91 wrote: »
    andyluvv wrote: »
    EmmaRichards91 wrote: »
    FYI I'm nowhere NEAR a physicist - I just think particle physics is pretty awesome

    Hi there,
    First of all congrats on the recovery but I think if you read what you have been saying repeatedly you will notice that there is only one thing stopping you from getting where you want to be. You.

    You say repeatedly about the importance of eating clean for you which I get! I try to avoid sweets and candies because I can easily overdo them. BUT sometimes they're a godsend when in a bulk. Today I spent most of my day out, got home and realised I haven't had half my calories. But, as you should do - I thought ahead.

    I made homemade yogurt! If you want to eat clean, find recipes of calorie dense foods and leave them somewhere for easy access or take it with you. Also try to plan your diary the day before so you can plan how you'll spend your calories and if you can - leave some for the dinner time if you're hungry. I had a LOT of issues like you when I started my bulk, but I have been very successful and in time - I'm not SO scared about getting the fat with it anymore. In fact, it's been hard for me to keep within my calories because I'm constantly hungry.

    It made me really anxious for a long time, but after going out today I've noticed that the hard work I put in the gym has also paid off - as much as eating the excess. So take it slow, but make the process work for you. You're the only thing in your own way so make sustainable changes that will ease your mind in the process and you'll be getting strong in no time! ;)

    That's my advice!

    That was a really nice comment :) Thank you. And I know it's me stopping me - if you know what I mean. I need to DO it. I need some more support, I think. But in essense yes you're right. And I know that. As for your advice - thank you again! I do all of that already, but I just dont EAT what I plan to eat. Thats my problem. OR I get scared, and chicken out. And panic. Gaaah! Had a good day yesterday.. Was weighed today and DOWN .8kg so seriously I need to up the anti. I am scared, as you understand.

    Again, thank you so much. Very much appreciated :blush: xx

    I do understand as I started off on the same boat and still am.
    I had support from @AsISmile who was really sweet and understanding.

    Reaching out is important but more than that - have the courage to try.
    Once you try out the different and see that your body is changing - because that's what you want - it'll get less and less scary. As a friend once said "What's the worst that could happen? A bit of fat...it won't happen overnight and you know what to do if it happens and you're unhappy with it."

    As my mum used to say: "Our fears - they're as scary as we make them."
    So again - support is good, but just work it on yourself too. I've had a lot of people give me sound advice, but at the end of the day - it's our own actions that pack a difference.

    Good luck! :)

    Edit: Here are some calorie dense clean eating recipes to get you started. Make them, put them in a tupperware at the back of your fridge and reach out when you feel like having a treat or when you feel that you might struggle with your goals :)
    BTW - Pinterest is amazing to find recipes like this. Download the app!

    http://www.proteinworld.com/recipes/clean-peanut-butter-cups/

    http://www.cleaneatingmag.com/recipes/under-45-minutes/peanut-butter-brownies/

    http://www.mensfitness.com/nutrition/what-to-eat/9-foods-for-effective-clean-bulking/netseer

    https://www.muscleandstrength.com/articles/3-healthy-bulking-foods-hardgainers.html

    http://hesitantlyhealthy.com/2013/11/11/50-clean-eating-peanut-butter-recipes/
  • Travistarrant426
    Travistarrant426 Posts: 11 Member
    EmmaRichards91 wrote: »
    Hey!



    I feel that I could really benefit from a bulking buddy - someone to talk with about the struggles, ideas, ways to feel GOOD about eating the calories rather than scared. I think it's a bit of a mental block and I would just love some support!

    Although I can't help you out, fantastic job on your progress thus far! Keep going and I hope you find someone with similar goals so you can motivate eachother. All the best!
  • Bellchick91
    Bellchick91 Posts: 148 Member
    Awww you are all SO AWESOME!!! Thank you so much! I'll post an update soon and I hope you all are doing great!! xxxxxxxxxxxx
  • jam3sblond3
    jam3sblond3 Posts: 9 Member
    Wow! I wish I had your problems... 2300 is a dream of mine. I'm a runner and if I don't hit 4000+ then I don't gain anything.I actually had 2300 in one meal the other day. I know this isn't an ideal solution but whenever possible a nice big steak and some soft serve ice cream with some fries or whatever at a local restaurant can really help with fat/protein/cal. The only thing I really care about eating is sodium because I generally get too much of it, so if you're like me just stay away from the condiments.
  • auddii
    auddii Posts: 15,357 Member
    Just saw this, and I know the thread is kind of old, but in case the OP is still around:

    Here is a link with lots of high calorie options. Clearly not all of them will work for you with your health problems, but try including things you can eat in your diet.
    http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10142490/a-list-of-calorie-dense-foods

    Some people have problems remembering to eat, and if you have that issue, try setting an alarm on your cellphone to remind you to eat.

    If your breakfasts are too small, try prelogging you day to see what foods get you to the calorie count you need for your bulk. Try to find several "go tos" so that you have something to fall back on when you can't think. Then try to always have some of those foods on hand.
  • pebbleslaura1
    pebbleslaura1 Posts: 146 Member
    Also trying to gain healthy weight (recovering from anorexia ) want to be fit strong healthy and toned ☺ what about making a smoothie with banana avocado liquid of choice almond milk coconut ect add nuts or nut butter chia seeds berries then can drink through the day
    Also if have salads adding dressing to it spirnkle with seeds cook with coconut oil that way add cals but not bulk so dont feel as full x

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