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Exercise and Weight Gain
Posted on 6/15/15 at 8:09 am
Posted on 6/15/15 at 8:09 am
OK, there may be a lot of words here.
So, in before "too many words, DNR"
As I have posted in the past, I have been doing Weight Watchers (for about 7 1/2 months).
I've dropped 41.5 pounds from 215.4 to 173.9
For a while it was pretty consistent then slowed considerably despite being dedicated to the program.
My exercise was very intermittent. I played tennis a couple of times per week, walked on the beach, kayaked and things like that.
3 weeks ago I got a bike and found I really like riding. I got started a bit slowly and have been picking it up.
This past week I rode 4 times (45 minutes averaging over 14.5 mph, going about 11 miles each time). I also swam twice, (about 1200 yards each time close to a 50 yards on one minute).
Much to my chagrin, this morning I weighed in and lost exactly 0.
I began doing some light research and discovered this is not uncommon. And most often it is cause by water retention due to the body's natural healing processes going after the micro-tears that result from more intensive exercise.
Anyway, I am posting this to encourage all of us who are on the healthy lifestyle, weight loss road and to ask for additional insights from others who know much more about this than I.
Thanks for reading.
So, in before "too many words, DNR"
As I have posted in the past, I have been doing Weight Watchers (for about 7 1/2 months).
I've dropped 41.5 pounds from 215.4 to 173.9
For a while it was pretty consistent then slowed considerably despite being dedicated to the program.
My exercise was very intermittent. I played tennis a couple of times per week, walked on the beach, kayaked and things like that.
3 weeks ago I got a bike and found I really like riding. I got started a bit slowly and have been picking it up.
This past week I rode 4 times (45 minutes averaging over 14.5 mph, going about 11 miles each time). I also swam twice, (about 1200 yards each time close to a 50 yards on one minute).
Much to my chagrin, this morning I weighed in and lost exactly 0.
I began doing some light research and discovered this is not uncommon. And most often it is cause by water retention due to the body's natural healing processes going after the micro-tears that result from more intensive exercise.
Anyway, I am posting this to encourage all of us who are on the healthy lifestyle, weight loss road and to ask for additional insights from others who know much more about this than I.
Thanks for reading.
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Posted on 6/15/15 at 8:11 am to Tigertown in ATL
You could be building muscle as well. At your weight now, the mirror and how your clothes fit will be a much better indicator of how you're doing than the number on the scale.
Posted on 6/15/15 at 8:11 am to Tigertown in ATL
how tall are you and what is your goal weight?
Posted on 6/15/15 at 8:11 am to Tigertown in ATL
Posted on 6/15/15 at 8:17 am to Tigertown in ATL
You've hit a plateau which isn't necessarily a bad thing depending on what you want.
If you've a little above average height, you're at a very healthy weight and the body loves homeostasis. If you want to see more gains, start lifting coupled with your cardio on the bike. Or do interval training on the bike rather than going for long rides. Change up the intensity and duration of your exercise.
If you've a little above average height, you're at a very healthy weight and the body loves homeostasis. If you want to see more gains, start lifting coupled with your cardio on the bike. Or do interval training on the bike rather than going for long rides. Change up the intensity and duration of your exercise.
Posted on 6/15/15 at 8:19 am to Tigertown in ATL
Don't sweat the numbers. Back in February, I was pushing 250-260 Lbs. I don't know exactly, because I don't have a scale. I started eating healthy, basically low carb, mostly consuming vegetables and protein, cut out poboys and burgers, etc. and started exercising. I have no idea what I've lost, because I still don't have a scale. But my clothes are too big, my belts are on the last notch, and the pants I bought last week are A 36. I haven't been a 36 in years.
Point is, just keep doing what you're doing. If you like how you look and feel, who cares if you " lost" zero this week.
Point is, just keep doing what you're doing. If you like how you look and feel, who cares if you " lost" zero this week.
This post was edited on 6/15/15 at 8:20 am
Posted on 6/15/15 at 8:45 am to Tigertown in ATL
I'm 5'10" 168 and have hit a plateau. Of course, I have an injured elbow so I've been light on the weights.
My plan: slowly increase my calories again, and introduce some more carbs. Then, have a good 2-3 weeks in a calorie deficit, lower carb. My goal is 162-165.
My plan: slowly increase my calories again, and introduce some more carbs. Then, have a good 2-3 weeks in a calorie deficit, lower carb. My goal is 162-165.
Posted on 6/15/15 at 8:46 am to Tigertown in ATL
lay off the numbers bro.. they mean NOTHING.. especially with you biking, swimming, and kayaking.. those are all building up muscles. Leg muscles, back muscles, shoulder muscles. That is even better than losing weight! I struggled with numbers for a while then got to noticing my clothes fit alot different, i looked different in the mirror, more defined. Even started gaining numbers on the scale and clothes still falling off. Keep up the good work and dont worry about a scale, mix in some weights and you will take off! Congrats
Posted on 6/15/15 at 9:08 am to oleyeller
Thanks to all.
The F&D Board is a big help to me.
The F&D Board is a big help to me.
Posted on 6/15/15 at 9:09 am to Tigertown in ATL
Increased ex always equals weight gain for me, esp if it's biking/jogging. Quads n glutes are heavy.
Posted on 6/15/15 at 9:12 am to oleyeller
As others have said....frick the scale.
If you are eating right and working out then dont worry about it...Just worry about how you look and how your clothes fit, that is the best barometer
You have hit a plateau, but when losing weight, sometimes it will halt in numbers bc there is muscle being built and fat is being redistributed around your body.
Keep it up, and don't sweat the scale
If you are eating right and working out then dont worry about it...Just worry about how you look and how your clothes fit, that is the best barometer
You have hit a plateau, but when losing weight, sometimes it will halt in numbers bc there is muscle being built and fat is being redistributed around your body.
Keep it up, and don't sweat the scale
Posted on 6/15/15 at 9:24 am to Jizzamo311
Unless you are not to working out you are not going to gain much muscle while in a calorie deficit. It is very hard to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time. More likely it is water retention.
Posted on 6/15/15 at 9:36 am to mouton
At that weight you're pretty healthy. Especially if you can bike 11 miles consistently. I know it isn't triathlon levels, but it is much better than probably 90-95% of the population. Forget about numbers for a few weeks. Focus on exercise goals. Try to slowly stretch that out to 15 miles a few times a week on the bike. Incorporate some weight training.
My wife was complaining the other day about her weight. She said the scale hasn't moved much in the past couple of weeks, but she thinks her legs are looking much better (they are) from the running she's been doing and she just wants to lose a little more before we head to the beach in a couple of weeks. I honestly haven't stepped on a scale in a few weeks. I'm just running and biking semi-regularly and my clothes are starting to fit better again.
My wife was complaining the other day about her weight. She said the scale hasn't moved much in the past couple of weeks, but she thinks her legs are looking much better (they are
) from the running she's been doing and she just wants to lose a little more before we head to the beach in a couple of weeks. I honestly haven't stepped on a scale in a few weeks. I'm just running and biking semi-regularly and my clothes are starting to fit better again. 
Posted on 6/15/15 at 10:12 am to Tigertown in ATL
The trainer at my gym says that of all the cardio stuff you can do, swimming is the one that triggers an increase in eating. Not sure why.
Posted on 6/15/15 at 11:01 am to LNCHBOX
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You could be building muscle as well.
No.
Posted on 6/15/15 at 11:02 am to mouton
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Unless you are not to working out you are not going to gain much muscle while in a calorie deficit. It is very hard to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time. More likely it is water retention.
This.
Posted on 6/15/15 at 11:04 am to Artie Rome
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No.
It's fantastic that you are so definitive when he hasn't said what his current caloric intake is.
Posted on 6/15/15 at 11:08 am to LNCHBOX
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It's fantastic that you are so definitive when he hasn't said what his current caloric intake is.
He's on weight watchers, bro.
Posted on 6/15/15 at 11:10 am to Artie Rome
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He's on weight watchers, bro.
And? They factor in activity.
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