Stomach bloated? Feeling puffy? Clothes tighter at night? Before assuming weight gain, check this: Low fiber → slow digestion + stomach distention Hormones → luteal phase = water retention Sodium imbalance → fluid shifts, not fat gain Poor protein timing → blood sugar swings + digest

Losing weight and gaining muscle can be a balancing act. It’s more than just eating, packing on protein and exercising. These are a few things that helped me gain the weight without the fat. XOXO, LC #Lemon8Diary #workoutoutroutine #exerciseroutine #fitnessjourney #gainingmuscle

here are a few of my favorite high protein snack swaps that actually taste good. i have some low cal snack swaps as well if people are interested in seeing that. ive been watching my calorie intake for a few months but i dont really restrict myself. just ensuring i get a high protein ratio and thes

Getting ready for summeeeer!!! i’ve been doing a body recomp/Cut for one month now and it’s been really hard because of my thyroid condition going crazy in the middle BUT we’re back to it! What i’m doing: * Staying in a calorie deficit. * Eating 120g to 130g of protein everyday. * Drinking 3

I had a hard time gaining weight, including a huge not eating problem, I did sports throughout my high school years which made me get somewhat in shape but never at the full potential I wanted. Mainly due to not working out properly or pushing myself my limits. I was consistent over the summer f

​1. Low Vitamin D / Iron Deficiency (The Metabolic Brake) ​Why it causes weight gain: When you have a Vitamin D deficiency, it directly impairs your body's ability to burn fat. Vitamin D plays a crucial role in how your fat cells function; when levels are low, your body actually triggers your

been loving the new recipes I’ve been making!!! A lot of my meals aren’t aesthetically pleasing, but they get the job done ✅

Hey Hey! I am new to 🍋 Lemon8 but oh so happy to be apart of the community. I am current on a weight gaining journey. This journey is a deep, impactful type of journey but more so a journey of “health building”. I’ve been known as tall & slim my entire life. I am 6’0 tall and I weigh 150Ibs

Growing your glutes without gaining fat is all about a balanced approach to diet, training, and cardio!🍑 Here's how I was able to grow my glutes but not gain fat⬇️ 1. High Protein Diet Fuel muscle growth with a high-protein diet. Aim for a slight calorie surplus or eat at maintenance to

I shared these pictures the other day and the lemon app said they went against community guidelines, but I want to share them with you all again—especially if you are struggling with where you are at in your own weight loss/health journey. There are so many beautiful ways to exist in this world

On other days I do cardio!!✨🫶🏽 GOODLUCK ON YOUR JOURNEY!! #gym #bodytransformation #summerbod #healthylifestyle2024 #gymlifestyle #gymsplit

Letting go is part of moving forward 🤍 Each week is a chance to reset gently and start lighter. #changedvibes #blackgirllifestyle #blackgirlslemon8 #softgirtera #softlifevibes

any questions i will answer 🤗 #bodytransformation #unfiltered #Lemon8Diary #foryou #summerbod

Depending on what type of character traits you desire most you can achieve them through moving your body. Your body has gone through everything you have, it’s connected to your mind. I’ve noticed that moving my body helps my mind come to peace. #mindfulness #healing #MentalHealth #peace

Getting the extra calories you need is tough-l've been there, done that. That's why, for years, I searched for the right weight-gain supplements to help me reach my goals faster. 🔥💪🏾 If you're looking to add some extra pounds, it's important to find weight-gain supplements that c

Last time I checked in with y’all about my meal logging I was about 117.3 lb. Today I weighed in, and to my surprise, not only have I fairly maintained my weight but I’ve also added to it🥰. 1 lb up and many more to go! My goal is to gain (AND MAINTAIN!!) 125 lbs by the end of this year. Currently,

100lbs to 135lbs :)) It’s really as simple as starting with your favorite workouts just to get goin. I went 6/7 days a week. Later in my journey I realized how important warm ups are to activate your muscles before lifting and it increases your gains like crazy and faster. You need to focus on ea