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.