Best/Most Efficient Way to Bulk up?

[Youngblood]

Going by the title, I will assume he wants to add weight as well as strengthen.

OP, in the last year I have gained 25 lbs. Now granted, this is in part simple due to normal growth as I've grown nearly 3 inches in that time as well but I made it a point to work on strength training and muscle building during.

It has been largely successful due to a combination of eating, workouts and supplements. First thing I did was overhaul my diet and got rid of all processed and junk food. All snacks, pop, fast food etc. Then I had a diet put together for me that essentially worked well-rounded hitting all the food group meals into my day. Above and beyond that, paying attention to load up on carbs pre workout, an making sure to have protein after.

One thing I found is that when I began intense workouts, I was often experience many muscle strains and aches. It was then I decided to incorporate supplementing. Thru this board and various other boxers and trainers, I found that it was helpful to start taking a combination of post workout whey protein + L-glutamine. 30 grams pure protein and 5 grams glutamine 10-15 mins after each intense workout, for both running and weight...and also long sparring sessions. What I found was the strains and aches immediately went away and I began to really then notice a difference in muscle growth. I also take a good liquid multi vitamin and glucosamine.

My routine is and was very regimented, one day weight/strength training, the next cardio and skill oriented. Proper days off for rest etc. Making sure to change it up as I go understanding plateau to maximize potential as well.

Anyway, this is just a brief look into what has worked for me over the last year in my goal which sounds similar to yours, as I too am very tall for my age and was exactly where you seem to be now as for gaining strength and power on a lean frame. If you want specifics as to workout types and schedules used during etc, I can send stuff/routines I've done to you to maybe try out.

Good luck and welcome to Saddos.

[justinsmith07]

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