GOMAD stands for "gallon of milk a day" and it's one of the best ways a skinny guy can bulk up and get stronger. The strategy is also exactly what the name suggests:
You drink a gallon of milk a day.
How long you do this for depends on:
- Your current weight.
- The weight you want to achieve.
- How much fat gain you're willing to put up with.
But people mostly drink the milk each day for a month to begin with. You can repeat the process again and again over the course of the rest of your life - it doesn't become any less effective - although you might not need to do it more than once. You'll gain 15-30 pounds during that month and, for a lot of people, that's all they need to gain before they stop looking skinny (and before they stop feeling week).
Here's a few things to know about GOMAD though:
- You need to drink full-fat milk. This is the milk with all the calories, protein, and good fats that we need coming into our body. Don't use any other option like low-fast milk or almond milk. Use the real thing.
- Don't forget to train. It's pointless to gain weight if you're not actively working your muscles. Start a program like Starting Strength before drinking the milk and do lots of squats. If you don't do this, you're only going to get fat.
- Brace yourself. There are side-effects. You'll gain some fat, fart a lot, possibly get constipated, and your skin could break-out in acne. But remember, it's only for a month and it will help you gain weight and build muscle. If that's your goal, then just accepted the temporary draw-backs and continue on.
- Continue to eat real food. Milk is not a replacement for your regular meals. It's in addition to your usual food. Make sure you're having three, solid meals a day to maximise weight gain and remain healthy.
- Drinking a lot of milk can be difficult. For the first few days, drink half a gallon, then ramp your way up. You don't have to start at the top. Just work your way toward the gallon.
As of writing this, I've been doing GOMAD for three weeks and it's been one of the better decisions I've made in recent memory. I've gained weight, become stronger, and will surely go through the same process again in the future.
In the mean time, check out my GOMAD results for a better look of what milk can do for you. I know for sure that, the next time a friend asks, "How do I gain weight and build muscle?" I'll say, "Drink a whole lot of milk every day for a month."
It works.
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