Personal fitness trainer Scott Laidler explains how
naturally thin men can easily put on muscle using a targeted workout programme
Many men find it frustratingly difficult to bulk up and gain
muscle size. There is a variety of reasons for this, but they tend to boil down
to one simple issue: following the wrong advice
That doesn't necessarily mean bad advice, but rather advice
that is not appropriate for them. Body type is key here: most advice in fitness
and bodybuilding magazines is designed to suit the few natural athletes – or
‘mesomorphs’ – among our society. Unfortunately, this means that the remainder
of the population are stuck blindly following workout programs that simply will
not work for them.
Getting results in the gym isn’t just about putting in time
and effort. Unless your exertions are suited to your particular genetic make
up, you may actually be doing more harm than good. Below is a simple guide for
the naturally skinny man (called, in the business, 'ectomorphs') to develop
considerable muscle mass by working to his genetic strengths.
