Wanting to put on weight

Noelcg
Noelcg Posts: 1
edited September 28 in Food and Nutrition
Hey Guys,

I've just started this calorie and food diary as Im struggling to put on weight. (Currently about 75kg and 6'6" tall). I have been to speak with gym instructors about eating the right foods and cutting out all the 'junk' but I'm finding it really difficult to hit my calorie intake - 3,500 caleries per day - and also do the exercise. Anyone got any ideas that may help?

Cheers,

Noel

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  • poseyj88
    poseyj88 Posts: 140 Member
    I think for you something that might be beneficial is a protein powder. Make a morning smoothie with fruit and yogurt and add a couple of scoops of powder (can't taste the grit as easily). It's a healthy breakfast with good protein for muscle building.
  • wdmom
    wdmom Posts: 24 Member
    Try nuts. Small servings of nuts pack a lot of calories. They are very nutritious.

    You might also try whole grain breads, cereals, pastas... I am always shocked at how calorie dense bread is.
  • fitniknik
    fitniknik Posts: 713 Member
    Nuts, Flax, Smoothies with fruit, protien powder, yogurt
    Red meats
    Granola
    Carry snacks with you
  • JennLifts
    JennLifts Posts: 1,913 Member
    Anything nutrient dense basically. Shakes are a good idea, pb, oils, nuts, avocado (eww), potatoes (sweet have more nutritional value, but less carbs), higher fat dairy (watch sat fat), add oats, pb, oil, etc to protein shakes.
  • brneydgrlie
    brneydgrlie Posts: 464 Member
    More protein - nuts, and nut butters. More healthy fats, like olive oil and avacado. Whole grain breads and pastas.
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