Hey, after cutting down and down and down for a long time, I'm finally trying my first real bulk... I'm 5 '11 about, and weight about 135. So, without further wait, here is my meal plan:

8 AM: 4 egg whites, 2 whole eggs
1 cup of orange juice 16 oz
2 pieces of whole wheat bread with natural peanut butter
3 fish oil capsules + multi vitamin

Noon: Whole wheat sandwich with sliced turkey + cheese (1 slice of cheese, a few of turkey)
Apple
Glass of milk

2 PM: (right before workout)
Banana
1 piece of whole wheat read with natural peanut butter

3:30 PM (right after workout)
Protein Shake
Fruit


7 PM: Various dinner.. hard to predict. (I just graduated high school and live with parents, so I kind of have to eat what mom makes... It's almost ALWAYS completely healthy) Often chicken breast, steak, salad, potatoes. Usually a lean meat with vegetables and grains. I drink a glass of milk with it


10 PM: Bowl of raisin bran



Now, this differs from my cutting meal plan in a few ways. I've added in glasses of milk with lunch and dinner to up calories. I've also added in the pre and post workout meals which didn't used to exist, and I added in the bowl of raisin bran every night. I'm also trying to eat more of whatever is for dinner.

What do you guys think about my modifications and current plan? I've never really been able to gain lean mass, and I'm hoping this will do it. I've traditionally had a very thin frame, as have my family members. I'm hoping I won't just put on fat.. I'm doing plenty of lifting and cardio on off days, and my diet is extremely healthy.

Thanks,
Alex

It doesn't sound like a lot of food. Any idea how many calories it might be?

Is the turkey a deli meat? I'd suggest that you prepare fresh turkey or chicken pieces instead. If you like the sandwich idea, you can slice boneless skinless breasts onto it, but give yourself pretty generous servings.

Yes its deli meat. Why is your idea advantageous?

Yes its deli meat. Why is your idea advantageous?
It's less processed, lower in sodium, and cheaper. I'm used to people asking how to make bulks cheaper. It probably wouldn't make a difference to your physique either way.

Does anyone think I've added in too many new calories too fast? Will that cause me to gain fat instead of muscle?