Still cant gain weight at 3500 calories per day?

Question

I'm 146 pounds. Did 3500 calories a day or more for 7 days straight. Stepped on scale and exact same weight.

I tracked my calories exactly, scanned all the food, weighed.

I suppose I have a demanding job, I'm a carpenter and work 10 hours a day.. but I'm eating every couple hours, using mass gainer shakes etc.

But 3500 cals is twice the amount I normally eat.. just not understanding, does my metabolism need to adjust still for awhile longer??

Thanks

Anonymous · Answer

Eat more. 3500 may seem like a lot but if you are active for 10 hours a day then you are burning a lot of calories.

centemmoth · Answer

protein is usually touted as the best way to keep weight on, at least in accruing muscle mass, and with a physical job would help build mass.

it might take a little time to see results, as with any dietary change. i would start to worry if you find there is still no change or you are losing weight after about a month.

k w · Answer

well, I don't reco this, but years ago I was prescribed antibiotics by two different doctors,
even tho I told the 2nd about the 1st he insisted I take them, and I gained 60#s in 90days, and can't lose it either.....

? · Answer

At least you're not losing weight. Our bodies often maintain the weight where we are most healthy. Just because you're lean, it doesn't mean you're unhealthy. And if you feel good, don't worry about it.

If you don't feel well, see a doctor.

kelvin · Answer

your body is burning way more calories than your consuming

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Still cant gain weight at 3500 calories per day?

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