Can you gain 5 pounds in a week?

Can you gain 5 pounds in a week?

In order for you to gain 5lbs in one week you would have to have eaten 13,300 calories + 17,500 extra calories and somehow not burned a single additional calorie. It’s not impossible to gain 5lbs of fat in a week.

Why did I gain 5 lbs in a week?

Since many people can’t eat enough in a day or two to actually gain 5 or 10 pounds, if you notice a dramatic increase on the scale, chances are it’s due to water, says Anita Petruzzelli, M.D., owner and medical director of BodyLogicMD.

Can you gain 5 pounds in a few days?

Daily weight fluctuation is normal. The average adult’s weight fluctuates up to 5 or 6 pounds per day. It all comes down to what and when you eat, drink, exercise, and even sleep.

How long does it take to gain 5 lbs?

Gaining 5 pounds may take five to 10 weeks, but treating it like a slow, gradual process ensures you’ll add pounds in the healthiest way possible.