Is it normal to gain lbs when....

Sandytoes71

Hi, im alittle down. I am on week 3 doing the couch to 5k and I have gained a few lbs. Is it normal to gain when u first start exercising? Ive done mild exercises (cardio) for awhile before this with no problems. I dont exercise everyday. I dont do weight training so I know its not muscle gain. Could it be muscles retaining water? Anyone have experience with this? Thx

Ginger

RGv2

Hi, im alittle down. I am on week 3 doing the couch to 5k and I have gained a few lbs. Is it normal to gain when u first start exercising? Ive done mild exercises (cardio) for awhile before this with no problems. I dont exercise everyday. I dont do weight training so I know its not muscle gain. Could it be muscles retaining water? Anyone have experience with this? Thx

Ginger

It could be water retention.

Are you eating exercise calories back, and if so, how are you estimating your caloric burn? MFP greatly overestimates calories burned for exercise.

CountryGirl8542

How much water are you drinking a day??

Francl27

It's probably water retention. I know it's annoying but try not to worry too much!