Best foods to help athletes gain weight
In this instructional video, the presenter addresses high‑school athletes who struggle to consume enough calories to gain lean mass. He outlines a practical strategy: incorporate small‑portion, high‑calorie foods to boost overall intake without needing to eat large volumes. He lists his top five snack options—granola, protein bites, trail mix, Aussie bites, and dried fruit—and explains that their dense caloric content makes them ideal for adding extra calories alongside protein sources. He then recommends calorie‑dense meal additions such as rice, potatoes, beef, fish, cheese, steak, and avocado, emphasizing that these foods help the body put on lean mass more easily. The overall message is that choosing compact, energy‑rich foods simplifies the challenge of eating enough for weight gain.
