DIET- Gaining body strength in 2006

Question
Hi,

Thanks for your time in helping me out.

I am 6'3" and just 170 pounds. My goal weight is 190 pounds. I want to put on 2-3 pounds each month _ I am not sure if that is realistic or not. I seem to have the genes to gain the weight; my brother was my eight and around my same age (22) began working out and is now around 195-200 in great shape.

I will be exercising and weight training. I am hoping for a good 'weight increasing' diet to follow. A daily diet plan - i.e. how many calories I should eat in a day, how much protein, carbs, fruits and vegetables, vitamins, etc.

Also, I do cardio quite often - playing basketball, tag footbal and bicycling at least 3-4 days of the week.

If you have a good plan, please let me know and again, thank you SO MUCH for your time. Your help and advice is very appreciated.

Answer
Hi Jimmy,

I recommend you check out the book _Scrawny to Brawny_ by John Berardi. It's a complete diet and exercise program for men who have difficulty putting on muscle. You can also register for a f.r.e.e 5 day online course at the scrawnytobrawny.com site.

Hope that helps!

Karen
www.getfitwithkaren.com

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