Appetite Quote by William Banting
“It is true I gained muscular vigour, but with it a prodigious appetite, which I was compelled to indulge, and consequently increased in weight, until my kind old friend advised me to forsake the exercise.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Letter on Two Diets, William Banting, 1865
Gaining muscle often brings increased hunger and weight gain, leading some to abandon exercise despite benefits.
In simple terms: Muscle gain can cause appetite and weight rise, prompting quitting.
Key Takeaway
Balance intake with activity to sustain gains.
Themes
health
nutrition
exercise
balance
Mood
reflective
practical
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- weight training
- diet planning
- weight management
- personal coaching
Key Concepts
metabolism
caloric surplus
muscle hypertrophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you adjust eating habits to support training?
- What strategies keep you motivated when progress stalls?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring diet can offset exercise benefits, causing stagnation.
