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Add Sleep, Subtract Stress
Rest and relaxation will help your body transfer the calories you consume to your tissues and fat stores. Every hour you’re awake instead of asleep, you’re burning more calories. Aim to get at least eight hours each night — maybe even more if you’re recovering from an injury or illness.
Stress is another enemy to health, and though the stress hormone cortisol can cause you to store more weight, the stress response could also negatively interfere with your appetite and digestion. Stress in the form of muscle-building exercise is good; emotional stress that interrupts your natural routine is bad.
Healthy weight gain is about adding muscle and a healthy amount of subcutaneous fat, not belly rolls. A balanced diet should be your top priority, and don’t skimp on the protein.
You should consider pairing your high-calorie diet with an exercise plan that focuses on strengthening you whole body, keeping your spirits high, and bolstering your self-confidence.
Resources
WebMD (Healthy Ways to Gain Weight)Authority Nutrition (How to Gain Weight Fast and Safely)
Despite the billions of dollars spent annually, knowing about the necessity of relaxation fails to convince many of us to take time out and simply be.
