Hello,
I understand your concern. Gaining healthy weight is not just about increasing calories — it’s about building muscle mass along with maintaining overall health. Right now, your routine shows some irregularities that may be affecting your progress. Let me guide you step by step:
1. Dietary Guidance
* Structured meals: Try to eat 4–5 balanced meals/snacks at fairly regular intervals instead of skipping or delaying meals.
* Increase protein intake: Protein is essential for muscle gain. Include eggs, milk, curd, paneer, chicken, fish, dals, beans, tofu, soy, nuts and seeds in your daily diet.
* Healthy calorie-dense foods: Add nut butters, dry fruits, seeds, whole grains, potatoes, sweet potatoes, and healthy oils (like groundnut, mustard, or olive oil) to meals.
* Balanced plate: Each meal should have:
* Carbs (rice, chapati, oats, millet, potato)
* Protein (dal, pulses, egg, paneer, chicken, fish, sprouts)
* Good fats (nuts, seeds, avocado, ghee in moderation)
* Vegetables for vitamins, minerals, and fiber
2. Exercise
* Relying only on food will increase fat, not muscle. To build lean muscle, strength/resistance training is important.
* Simple bodyweight exercises (push-ups, squats, lunges, planks) can be started at home if you cannot go to a gym.
* Aim for 30–45 minutes of strength training, 3–4 times a week.
3. Lifestyle
* Sleep: 7–8 hours of good sleep is vital for muscle recovery and growth.
* Hydration: Drink 2–2.5 liters of water daily.
* Consistency: Both diet and workouts need to be regular. Irregular eating or skipping meals will slow down results.
With a structured diet, regular protein intake, strength training, and proper rest, you will see gradual and healthy weight gain in the form of muscle, not just fat.
Answered2025-08-18 12:32:00
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