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Can I Increase My Body Size?

Published in Health & Fitness 2 mins read

Whether you can increase your body size depends on what you mean by "body size."

Increasing Muscle Mass:

  • Yes, you can increase your muscle mass. This involves resistance training and a calorie surplus.
  • Resistance training includes exercises like weightlifting, bodyweight exercises, and resistance bands.
  • A calorie surplus means consuming more calories than you burn. This provides the energy your body needs to build muscle.

Increasing Body Fat:

  • Yes, you can increase your body fat. This involves consuming more calories than you burn.
  • A calorie surplus will lead to weight gain, a portion of which will be fat.

Increasing Height:

  • No, you cannot increase your height after puberty.
  • Your height is determined by genetics, and your growth plates fuse after puberty.

Increasing Overall Size:

  • Yes, you can increase your overall size by gaining muscle mass and/or body fat.
  • To increase muscle mass, focus on resistance training and a calorie surplus.
  • To increase body fat, focus on consuming more calories than you burn.

Remember, it's important to approach body size changes in a healthy and sustainable way. Consult with a healthcare professional or a qualified fitness trainer for personalized guidance.

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