r/weightgain

Hi, I really need advice, tips, anything to help me gain weight. I’m 5’7 and my current weight is 89 lbs. I’m aware that’s I’m extremely underweight, and I’m tired of it. It’s getting to point were I’m aware it affecting me, for example, I’m always tired, daily headaches, dizziness and low iron. I have tried bulk smoothies (800+ calories ones), they did work however I just can’t get myself to drink it all without vomiting right after. I have a small appetite. I just want to gain weight so any suggestions, recommendations or advice will be appreciated!!

Hi. I struggle preparing meals, as well as financially, so I have only been getting 500-700 calories a day. I am extremely broke. I put my age, height and weight in, and my minimum calorie intake has to be 1600. What is the easiest way to get in my minimum of 1600 in the cheapest, easiest way? Apparently 6 cups of cooked rice, 2tbs cooking oil and one egg will do it. Is there an easier way (like a different substitute than rice) that means I don't have to eat so much and do so much prep? Depressed and broke, so suggestions really appreciated.

Hi, for reference I’m 17f, 5’1 and weigh 40kg. Not sure if I am underweight but im assuming I am. I have always been on the slimmer side and have struggled with eating all 3 meals consistently (I usually always skip breakfast and lunch sometimes although I try not to). I think because I grew up in poverty I didn’t really have the nutrition or whatever to gain proper weight cause a lot of the food at home is purely just junk food and absolute rubbish. I have always been insecure about my body cause I’m really skinny and yeah I might have a really slim waist but I’m also flat chested which just makes me feel really insecure compared to other girls who naturally have a bigger bust. I just find it so embarrassing when other girls would start guessing my size cause I feel unfeminine for being flat. I’m so skinny to the point where you can see my hip bone poking out and can even feel it and I don’t like that at all, I feel like I’d be pretty if I had a little more fat to me. Anyways, what are the best tips and tricks in gaining weight and would it also help with my hips and chest?

hi everyone, im 17 years old and currently weigh 61 kg at 6ft 3inch i used to weigh 67kg but somehow lost the weight. Could anyone help with some tips to put weight on, i want to focus on putting on the weight and then work out because tbh i would rather be bulk than be called 'skinny' and a 'twig' constantly. Any advice will be appreciated 🙌🏻

HI I am a 112lb, 6’0”, 19-year-old male who was 125lbs at the beginning of the year. I had extreme constipation issues in March due to stress, which caused me to drop about 5lbs, and in April, I lost about another 5lbs due to food poisoning. Ever since then, my weight fluctuates between 110-115lbs.

My question is how can I maintain my weight at 115 without having it fluctuate, and what type of foods, methods, and mindsets will help me gain weight? Should I exercise and work out to build muscle because I’m not very active? Should I drink more water? Increase my protein or calorie intake?

I have always struggled gaining weight all of my life and I was hoping this subreddit would help provide me with some tips because I understand others may have the same issues 😊

Hi! I'm 5'8 and 130 lbs give or take

I'm trying to gain my weight since I'm relatively skinny and I despise it

i struggled with anorexia when I was younger but I've somewhat overcome it and still recovering.

But whenever I eat, ALL my fat goes to my stomach. it's very discouraging and makes me feel overweight and fat and makes it harder to eat.

What do I do and why is this happen

I’m 15 years old, 5'10 and weigh 47kg. I’m very skinny and want to gain healthy weight/muscle.

My budget is low and I live in India, so expensive protein powders or fancy diets are hard for me. I also don’t feel very hungry most of the time.

What cheap foods/meals helped you gain weight? And how can I increase appetite naturally?

Please suggest realistic advice for a beginner.

Hi everyone,

I am a woman in my late 20s and have lost a ton of weight unintentionally the last few years. I’ve had a really rough time in my 20s. I survived a terrible accident that caused mental and physical stress, I experienced immense grief and loss, have IBS, and also am being tested for other autoimmune issues. I have extreme fatigue a lot of days and definitely feel
chronically ill but undiagnosed. I’d rather not get into that more though because this post is more about mental health and what I can do to gain weight.

I am average height and only 97 lbs. I eat a lot, with 0 restrictions. I used to be curvy and now I look sickly. No clothes fit me. My confidence is at an all time low. I really can’t stand the way I look these days and I feel even worse when people act like I have an eating disorder, tell me to eat more, and generally act put off by my thinness. I feel like I can’t even post photos of me online because people always unfollow me when I do - and I have a feeling they think I’m intentionally this thin.

I desperately want to gain muscle and fat but I also can’t exert myself too much because of my health issues.. what are some gentle ways to try and build muscle and foods I can eat to try and pack on the pounds?

Also, how can I feel more confident in a world that automatically thinks a thin woman has an eating disorder instead of just a chronic illness? How can I feel cute when I feel like my body triggers people?

Any advice is appreciated.

hello all , I’m 18 years old and have been motivated to go to the gym , i would like to not look skinny anymore as i have been all my life , I’m 5’11 and 60kg and i would like to be around 80 but i’m hoping that to be mostly muscle gain , i don’t know much about the gym and how to eat or bulk properly so i have came onto here for advise on what foods to eat , how often to eat and what sort of things to drink . i want to start going gym every night if possible so i would like to reach my 80kg goal by about September time if not sooner, i do apologise if this is a big ask but i really want to start feeling more comfortable with myself , thank you