How Much is Too Much?
I have been working towards losing 100 pounds. I recently hit a plateau after losing about 25 pounds with diet alone, so I introduced exercise (it was always my plan to add in working out, I was just trying to wait until I hit 50 pounds gone to make it easier on my body).
I have been working out for a few days, and recently gained 3 pounds. I know that it isn't uncommon to gain a bit when you first start because your muscles are retaining water and trying to recuperate, but 3 pounds seems high after only a few days. Should I be concerned? Or is this par for the course?
Honestly, usually I wouldn't be concerned, but I am taking a trip to Europe in August and I was hoping to have lost enough to not "panic" as I sit down on the plane. I've never had an issue before, but as I'm sure most others who are overweight can attest, the panic always sets in anyways.
Other notes: I eat between 20 and 25 carbs per day, and anywhere between 1,200 and 1,600 calories per day. Also, I had originally only been tracking weight. The day I started working out I took measurements, but I was trying to wait at least a week before remeasuring. I am doing kickboxing circuit training (similar to 9 Round if you've ever heard of it).
