Why did I gain ??

sifiso

Ah just got back from the gym and before I started , I weighed myself and discovered I've gained a pound d instead of losing as I had hoped. Now I'm not depressed or anything as it's just ONE pounds d but I feel like if I accept this then there's nothing to stop me accepting 5 pounds and 10 and so on....

Basically I'm now 131 pounds and 5'5 in height and my goal is to get 122 by early April (want a FLAT tummy). Initially thought it cud be muscle as I've been doing some weights and resistance but im not showing muscle so .....

Could someone please suggest what im doing wrong or what's happening. Open diary

Thanks xx

Holly_Roman_Empire

Your diary's not open.

sifiso

Your diary's not open.

Sorry it is now

kgeyser

You cannot gain muscle while eating at a deficit. So no, it is not muscle. It could be increased glycogen stores and water from a new exercise routine. It could be water weight. It could be just a normal daily weight fluctuation, as your weight can fluctuates all day long. Unless you are eating over your calorie goal consistently to the tune of an extra 3500 calories, you didn't gain weight.

Edit: I just looked at your diary, and since you are not accurately weighing and measuring your food, you could have easily eaten over your calorie goal. Weight loss is going to come from your diet, so you need to get that in check to see results.

SezxyStef

Ah just got back from the gym and before I started , I weighed myself and discovered I've gained a pound d instead of losing as I had hoped. Now I'm not depressed or anything as it's just ONE pounds d but I feel like if I accept this then there's nothing to stop me accepting 5 pounds and 10 and so on....

Basically I'm now 131 pounds and 5'5 in height and my goal is to get 122 by early April (want a FLAT tummy). Initially thought it cud be muscle as I've been doing some weights and resistance but im not showing muscle so .....

Could someone please suggest what im doing wrong or what's happening. Open diary

Thanks xx

That's easy you aren't logging well.

You don't weigh your food and using quick add calories

TavistockToad

at 131lbs and 5ft5 you should stop worrying about the scales and start a decent strength/resistance training programme to reduce your bodyfat %

melaniecheeks

There's a lot of sugary items like biscuits and cereal bars in there. Once in a while is fine, but such quantities every day is probably overdoing it.

You're at a healthy bmi, so any losses will be slow.

Your weight will fluctuate by 2-3 pounds every day.

After a gym session your muscles will be holding onto water, so you'll weigh a bit more.

Zomoniac

Wait, you expected to lose weight during the course of a gym session?

Really?

Most people will gain weight during a session because the only substantially changing variable is liquid level, and most people will drink more than they will sweat out.

Track properly (weigh EVERYTHING), weigh yourself once a week at the same time of the same day.

SephiraRose

Try not to get discouraged.

sifiso

Wait, you expected to lose weight during the course of a gym session?

Really?

Most people will gain weight during a session because the only substantially changing variable is liquid level, and most people will drink more than they will sweat out.

Track properly (weigh EVERYTHING), weigh yourself once a week at the same time of the same day.

Lol this made me laugh. No of course I didn't - I weighed before the gym session as part of my challenge I have to weigh weekly . Loool

sifiso

Thankyou to everyone for the replies and honesty. I guess I will have to eat only What I prepare myself so I know the exact details and no treats to fill up calories. Hopefully next week is better ! Thanks again

psuLemon

Honestly, you should be weighing yourself in the morning at the same time before you eat or drink. Otherwise your results are skewed.

Edensienna

I only weigh in the morning, by night I am at least two pounds heavier no matter how disciplined I have been all day.

Keep working out and eating within your daily targets and you will reach your goal. It has taken me 2 months to lose two pounds. I still don't have a flat stomach lol.. I'm not sure if I ever will.

cwolfman13

well, let's see...you probably ate something earlier in the day...you might have had more waste in your system than you did the last time you weighed in...you might be retaining a little water, etc, etc, etc...basically natural weight fluctuations...body weight isn't static.

also, at your height I wouldn't be focusing on weight loss....you should focus more on re-comp. at that height and weight you don't have much in the way of fat stores for weight loss.

deksgrl

Since you only have a little bit of weight to lose, the losses are going to be slow. Eat at a 250 calorie a day deficit and expect to lose half a pound a week. Accurate logging is key here because you don't have a lot of wiggle room.

Zomoniac

Wait, you expected to lose weight during the course of a gym session?

Really?

Most people will gain weight during a session because the only substantially changing variable is liquid level, and most people will drink more than they will sweat out.

Track properly (weigh EVERYTHING), weigh yourself once a week at the same time of the same day.

Lol this made me laugh. No of course I didn't - I weighed before the gym session as part of my challenge I have to weigh weekly . Loool

Ah. Wasn't that clear! Well, the rest of my advice still stands. Weigh, weigh, weigh. Use pack data where possible, always use uncooked weights and values. If your numbers aren't 100% accurate there's little point logging at all.

SrJoben

Ah just got back from the gym and before I started , I weighed myself and discovered I've gained a pound d instead of losing as I had hoped. Now I'm not depressed or anything as it's just ONE pounds d but I feel like if I accept this then there's nothing to stop me accepting 5 pounds and 10 and so on....

Basically I'm now 131 pounds and 5'5 in height and my goal is to get 122 by early April (want a FLAT tummy). Initially thought it cud be muscle as I've been doing some weights and resistance but im not showing muscle so .....

Could someone please suggest what im doing wrong or what's happening. Open diary

Thanks xx

No you didn't gain a pound. That's now how weight works.

It takes days, weeks, to build more body tissues be they fat or muscle.

If you weigh more later in the day it's because you have more food and water inside you.

Orion782

Honestly, you should be weighing yourself in the morning at the same time before you eat or drink. Otherwise your results are skewed.

^^^THIS. :happy:

If you are stressing over a pound here/there, that can fluctuate wildly with your sodium intake, H20 intake, workout regimen, monthly *ahem* cycle, etc.

Try to standardize as much as you can by weighing the same time, just a few times a week. If you're on the scale every day you'll go crazy.

sifiso

Thank you to everyone for the helpful replies - so glad I joined this forum. I think I will now only weigh on the 1st of every month and change my workouts to incorporate 50% cardio and 50% strength training. And definitely weigh and record everything as of tomorrow - need to prep today lol.
Thanks again

psuLemon

Thank you to everyone for the helpful replies - so glad I joined this forum. I think I will now only weigh on the 1st of every month and change my workouts to incorporate 50% cardio and 50% strength training. And definitely weigh and record everything as of tomorrow - need to prep today lol.
Thanks again

Make sure protein levels are adequate as well. YOu should be aiming for 1g of protein per lb of lean body mass. That equates to around 70-80% of your weight in grams of protein. Also, if you don' t have a food scale get one.. it is the best tool you can ever buy for accuracy.


Looking at your diary, you really want to up your protein. There are many days I get more protein in one meal than you get in an entire day. :laugh:

sifiso

Thank you to everyone for the helpful replies - so glad I joined this forum. I think I will now only weigh on the 1st of every month and change my workouts to incorporate 50% cardio and 50% strength training. And definitely weigh and record everything as of tomorrow - need to prep today lol.
Thanks again

Make sure protein levels are adequate as well. YOu should be aiming for 1g of protein per lb of lean body mass. That equates to around 70-80% of your weight in grams of protein. Also, if you don' t have a food scale get one.. it is the best tool you can ever buy for accuracy.


Looking at your diary, you really want to up your protein. There are many days I get more protein in one meal than you get in an entire day. :laugh:

Omg if you only knew - I literally am trying to find a way to balance my macros but protein just can't be done. I'm doing some research into protein shakes and might be ready to get some for next month. I just can't seem to get enough protein from normal food and still staying within my calorie allowance

psuLemon

Thank you to everyone for the helpful replies - so glad I joined this forum. I think I will now only weigh on the 1st of every month and change my workouts to incorporate 50% cardio and 50% strength training. And definitely weigh and record everything as of tomorrow - need to prep today lol.
Thanks again

Make sure protein levels are adequate as well. YOu should be aiming for 1g of protein per lb of lean body mass. That equates to around 70-80% of your weight in grams of protein. Also, if you don' t have a food scale get one.. it is the best tool you can ever buy for accuracy.


Looking at your diary, you really want to up your protein. There are many days I get more protein in one meal than you get in an entire day. :laugh:

Omg if you only knew - I literally am trying to find a way to balance my macros but protein just can't be done. I'm doing some research into protein shakes and might be ready to get some for next month. I just can't seem to get enough protein from normal food and still staying within my calorie allowance

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/926789-protein-sources


You can also cheat by looking at my diary.. Essentially, beef/seafood/poultry can be your best friend, eggs, greek yogurt, edamame, protein bars, protein shakes, dairy, nuts, etc...


Also, I would stop using quick adds.. it's impossible to ensure accuracy when you use those.

Italianma7

If you are interested in upping your protein. Vitacost has sells protein powder at a reasonable price. I love the nectar Syntrax vanilla bean flavor. I mix in 1%milk or pb to add extra protein to the mix. Good luck :flowerforyou:

1princesswarrior

Where are the vegetables in your diet? And lean meats? I agree with everyone else. Get a food scale. Even weigh pre-packaged food as it can be off by as much as 20%. The problem is not so much what you're eating, it's the balance, or lack there of of what you're eating. Add more vegetables and lean meats, that will increase your protein and fiber. Instead of as many cereal bars, add some nuts or Greek yogurt.

Also maybe 70% strength training and 30% cardio to reduce body fat. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised in six months. Also, take measurements, don't just depend on the scale number.

Good luck.

sifiso

Right I've just ordered my protein shake - whey protein isolate. Also ordered dom biltong and hopefully these will increase protein intake. Veggies are also on my ' gradually add and love' list

cocolo89

we have similar goals, i am 5'5 as well and 132, i hope to be 123-124 by summer. It has been a long time of trying, not much happening, but i continue to push through. good luck!