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Weight loss more noticeable without exercising

cruzmom123
cruzmom123 Posts: 72 Member
edited November 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
When I work out every single day, I don't seem to lose any weight. However, if I take a small break (3 to 4 days) from exercising, my weight loss becomes more noticeable. It's weird! Does this happen to anyone else?

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  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 49,147 Member
    cruzmom123 wrote: »
    When I work out every single day, I don't seem to lose any weight. However, if I take a small break (3 to 4 days) from exercising, my weight loss becomes more noticeable. It's weird! Does this happen to anyone else?
    It's because the body uses water to repair muscles (since muscle is about 75% water). More water is retained, hence higher weight value. Weight fluctuates normally from 3-7lbs on a daily basis.

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  • cruzmom123
    cruzmom123 Posts: 72 Member
    Thanks for your response! :)
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