hardgainer

plural hardgainers

1. alternativeAlternative form of hard gainer.

   Although most new lifters build muscle quickly, some “hardgainers” fail to gain any muscle whatsoever. […] In this article, we’ll explain what newbie gains are, how they cause such rapid rates of muscle growth, how to take advantage of the phenomenon, and how to avoid becoming a “hardgainer.”

   2024 September 13 [2023 March 31], Shane Duquette, Marco Walker-Ng, “The Newbie Gains Guide for Skinny Guys”, in Bony to Beastly, archived from the original on 11 Feb 2026

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   Not every hardgainer is naturally skinny or has a thin bone structure, but many do. […] Being hardgainers doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with us. We’ve just got genetics that are helpful in slightly different circumstances. For instance, we’re good at keeping cool while running long distances in the hot sun.

   2024 January 26 [2020 May 14], Shane Duquette, Marco Walker-Ng, “Hardgainers: Why Is It So Hard for Skinny Guys to Gain Weight?”, in Bony to Beastly, archived from the original on 22 Jan 2026