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I'm a fairly skinny guy(one might say a twig) but i am active and fit just not muscular. how can i get bigger?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Resistance Train: You can get some bulk by resistance training, and consider taking creatine supplements and/or using an electronic muscle stimulator if your physician concurs. Eat sensibly so as not to put on fat instead. The guys in the photo have runner-type bodies and many, maybe most, women prefer this type.

Answered 4/10/2014

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A member asked:

I'm a fairly skinny guy(one might say a twig) but i am active and fit just not muscular. how can i get bigger?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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