We all have different starting points, but everyone has a starting point. Some of us are naturally skinny and have visible ribs while others are heavier and have unlucky fat distribution. Chances are, if you’re a hardgainer and haven’t been active for some time, you might define yourself as “skinnyfat”. Skinny-fat is a term describing … Read more
Creatine monohydrate, the most studied sports supplement ever. We don’t know everything about it, but we know a hell of a lot. Certainly, the majority of gym-goers have at the very least heard of creatine.
So you’ve got a caloric goal for the day, perhaps it’s 3,000. Can you hit that goal consistently? When I was a beginner at bulking, I struggled to hit that goal, only lasting a few days. Once I did hit it, I’d burn out, feel bloated and slow before falling into the slump once again.
I believe that being a hardgainer is usually not a genetic anomaly, but a phase. Many individuals, unfortunately, don’t grow out of this phase, become stuck before they even get started. There are many factors and variables to consider, so let’s break them down and understand why one would be a hardgainer.
I lifted for over 3 years before seeing any noticeable hypertrophy gains. My strength increased but my muscle mass appeared to be stuck. Slowly, as time went on, I began to see results. I experimented with different programs, diets, tips, tricks, etc. But I was making critical mistakes along the way, hindering my progress. Now … Read more