Adding Muscle

RKJR925
RKJR925 Posts: 254
edited September 19 in Health and Weight Loss
I have read that you can only add 1 to 2 pounds of muscle per month through strength training

Can anyone confirm this amount or if it is possible.

Also besides measurement are there any other ways to determine how much muscle you have added.

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  • RKJR925
    RKJR925 Posts: 254
    I have read that you can only add 1 to 2 pounds of muscle per month through strength training

    Can anyone confirm this amount or if it is possible.

    Also besides measurement are there any other ways to determine how much muscle you have added.
  • kendallalissa
    kendallalissa Posts: 249
    Thanks for asking this, as these are questions I'm curious to find out answers to as well. I hope somone posts some answers! :smile:

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  • ranibauer
    ranibauer Posts: 73
    I am not sure about the 1-2 lbs of muscle per month. But to track muscle gain you could get a scale that weighs your lbs of body fat. I have the weight watchers one and it is fairly accurate. My mom got her body fat tested at the doctor and the next day on my scale it was only off by 2 lbs. This way you can look at if you lose weight, did you lose fat? If not, then you lost water and muscle... Just an idea :smile:
  • happenstance82
    happenstance82 Posts: 240
    I have a scale similar to that. It tells you your weight, body fat%, muscle mass%, bone density and water weight% I have no idea how accurate it is though :indifferent:
  • singfree
    singfree Posts: 1,591 Member
    This can be accomplished, especially for men. The problem arises when you are in a calorie deficit and trying to lose weight, presumably in the form of fat. The trick here is to eat enough good calories to fuel your strength workouts, but not gain fat also. Many people find that a combination of cardio for increased metabolism and strength training for muscle growth is the way to go. This method is working well for me. I've also read articles that say you cannot lose fat and gain muscle at the same time. Try experimenting with different combinations of diet/ exercise and see what works best for you. People doing intense programs such as P90X seem to have success with muscle gain and fat loss.
  • RKJR925
    RKJR925 Posts: 254
    This can be accomplished, especially for men. The problem arises when you are in a calorie deficit and trying to lose weight, presumably in the form of fat. The trick here is to eat enough good calories to fuel your strength workouts, but not gain fat also. Many people find that a combination of cardio for increased metabolism and strength training for muscle growth is the way to go. This method is working well for me. I've also read articles that say you cannot lose fat and gain muscle at the same time. Try experimenting with different combinations of diet/ exercise and see what works best for you. People doing intense programs such as P90X seem to have success with muscle gain and fat loss.

    Thanks for the info but let me clarify my question. Is it possible to add the 1-2 pounds per month as stated.
  • singfree
    singfree Posts: 1,591 Member
    Yes, it is possible to add 1-2 lbs of muscle per month. You must keep challenging your muscles with more weight. Otherwise, you will just build stamina. Please be aware that attention to nutrition is vital when attempting to do this. There are some good articles about this subject at www.bodbuilding.com.

    As stated in my original reply: "This can be accomplished, especially for men".
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