Welcome to the 25th episode of the Living Healthy Podcast, presented by LA Fitness.

On this episode of the Living Healthy Podcast, we speak with LAF Personal Training Director, Tristen Alleman, and LAF Registered Dietitian, Debbie James, as they share their expert advice on how to gain weight the healthy way. This episode is for anyone that’s ever been curious about how they can add lean muscle, and increase body mass, without adding the unhealthy type of body weight. We approach this from both the fitness side of things and nutritional side, to help those struggling with weight gain, find a healthy and balanced way to do so with their training and nutritional routines.

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This podcast should not replace any exercise program or restrictions, any dietary supplements or restrictions, or any other medical recommendations from your primary care physician. Before starting any exercise program or diet, make sure it is approved by your doctor.


Timecard Markers – How to Gain Healthy Weight – Podcast Ep. 25

Introduction 

Begins at 0:01    

Introduction of LAF Personal Training Director, Tristen Alleman, and LAF Registered Dietitian, Debbie James 

0:22 

What Would Someone Want to Add on Weight or Muscle? 

0:32 

Do You Have to Increase Your Caloric Intake to Gain Weight? 

2:36 

How Does Strength Training Help Build Muscles? 

4:50 

What Foods Are Good to Eat on Cardio-Focused Work Out Days? 

4:16  

How Many Days Per Week Should You Strength Train? 

7:02 

Austin, Our Skinny Colleague, Joins the Show (and Talks Food and Lack of Weight Gain) 

8:43 

Can Everyone Benefit from Adding Muscle onto Their Body? Or Only Bodybuilders? 

14:42 

Are Supplements Good or Bad When It Comes to Bulking? 

16:36 

How Much Protein is Too Much Protein? 

19:00 

Can You Gain Weight and Bulk as a Vegetarian or Vegan?  

20:01 

Are Full-Fat Products Always the Best Option for Weight Gain and Bulking? 

20:40 

Why Are Women Afraid of Gaining Muscle? 

22:23 

Actionable Advice   

24:38 

Outro 

26:06 


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