Weight issue

[New_Here]

I've seen alot of posts on here from people looking for advice on how to shed a few pounds and get into shape before heading to BCT... Well, I'm looking for the opposite. I'm about 5'9 and weigh around 140-145 lbs. I've never really been athletic or into sports. I just started working out a few months ago. Sit-ups and push-ups are no problem. I just recently started running and can run a mile in (around) 6:30 to 7:00 minutes. So, any help on adding some weight and any tips on working out/running would be really appreciated. Thanks in advance...

[Chris89]

My friend has the same problem as you he's 5'5 some where around there and he only weighs about 140 but its not fat hes strong as an ox. He drinks those protien shakes and it makes him gain weight.

Bench Pressing and Protien Shakes

You will gain a bunch.

[2ndglance]

You are in the same boat as I am. Since neither one of us have a lot of fat to cut bulking up will come in no time (if you work at it). For me I drink creatine after I am done working out. Do a search for it on the net and find out some more info on it to see if that is something that interests you. But just keep in mind, just because we are slim it doesn’t mean we are healthy. So before you radically change any routine it’s always best to go to a doctor first.

[LRSU_Dog]

Beware many supplements, especially Creatine. Creatine Monohydrate does allow for some water retension (short-term) and has an effect on explosive energy produced by the muscle via mono- to - trihydrate synthesis at the cellular level.

Here is the scoop, Creatine is not a long term use supplement - and can actually cause muscle damage and system problems if ingested in too high an amount or over too long a period. There is verifiable reseach on this, and to put it into a military perspective - many Army schools (Such as Special Forces Assessment and Selection) require that you have ZERO creatine in your system.

Nutritional meal supplements and protien shakes will help with the "bulking" up process - so if you are a couch potato then it stores as fat and is seen as a spare tire -- If you are active and workout regularly/correctly then the muscle itself will receive all the positive affects of a balanced diet with a few decent supplements. Like previously said - it is always best to check with your physician for a routine physical and request information on a diet to attain your goals.

[New_Here]

Thanks for the info. Anyone know what the Guard's policy on creatine is? I mean, as far as it already being in your system? Also, I've heard about something called "whey protein"... any suggestions?

[Specialist Purdue]

Both have work for me and they are safe to use while in the guard you can not get into any trouble because you are taking them.

[New_Here]

Thanks again, I appreciate the help.