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Shakeology is a product typically associated with weight loss. Beachbody and its coaches generally target it towards people looking to lose extra pounds. However, could it be responsible for the weight gain?
To answer this question, it is important to have a basic understanding of how to gain or lose weight. In its simplest form, weight fluctuation comes down to calories going in versus calories going out. If you eat more calories than you burn, you will gain weight. If you burn more calories than you eat, you will lose weight. The reason people often lose weight with Shakeology is because they use it as a meal replacement. That means instead of consuming a meal that contains, say 1,000 calories, they drink a shake, which contains less than 200 calories. The reason Shakeology has been so successful is that it provides users with a low calorie drink that is loaded with nutrients and has a certified glycemic index.
Everything I’ve mentioned about Shakeoogy points towards weight loss characteristics. Personally, I am an ectomorph. That means I am prone to being thin and actually have trouble gaining weight. While most people would be very happy with it, it can be a challenge for an athlete or someone looking for a more muscular build. I have had trouble gaining weight and decided to introduce Shakeology into my diet to intensify my efforts. It has ended up being a vital part of my weight gain process, for a number of reasons.
How Shakeology Helped Me Gain Weight
I mentioned earlier that people lose weight because they replace a meal with a shake, decreasing their caloric intake. To gain weight, I simply added a shake to my diet without eliminating anything. That means I have increased my caloric intake, which is a large part of the weight gain. In addition to the extra calories, the shakes have helped me gain muscle mass thanks to the macronutrients it contains. They are essential for building healthy muscles.
Since I have been strength training, it is important to get the right nutrients to feed the muscles that have been broken down. However, if you increase your caloric intake without exercising, you will gain weight, but you will not be muscle. Your body will store the extra calories in the form of fat, which is normally not the goal when someone is trying to gain weight.