A few days ago, while Jimbo and I were at the gym, we were asked what type of supplements we’re currently taking. The person explained they were a vegetarian, and wanted some tips for putting on size. We figured it was a great topic to write about.

As we explained to the person in the gym, vegetarian or not, what it comes down to is a greater consumption than expulsion of calories.

Of course, if you’re looking to gain mass, you need to consume the right calories. What I mean by that, is the amount of protein you consume each day, should make up a high amount of your calories, if you’re looking to gain muscle.

The formula which body builders use, is 1 gram of protein, per lb you weigh, each day. Because most generally have 6 meals a day to keep a high metabolism, they separate this high amount of protein into those six meals (also for proper protein absorption). So my rule of thumb, is (your body weight/6)= protein per serving.

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Keeping this in mind for a vegetarian, the best/only way they’re going to be able to accomplish this, is through high protein foods, such as peanuts, peanut butter, potato skins, toast, protein bars, protein shakes, and as recommended to me by an experienced vegetarian (and vegan), fake meat.

Fake meat can be things such as chicken, beef, or fish, made of tofu. Its found in most large retail chains.

I understand this will add up to a lot of food, but such is life. If you’re really desperate to gain mass (without resorting to steroids) I suggest the following supplements: creatine monohydrate, and NO2 (such as BSN NO-Xplode).