Why the scale goes UP with a new workout program- MUST READ

Chelz2013

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l_clc

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SouthernSkylark

I am REALLY happy to have read this, thank you for sharing!

logicofsound

I actually found this independently about a month ago when I first started trying to lose weight. Made it *much* easier not to quit after the first sudden seemingly inexplicable jump!

elisa123gal

book marking this one to give to those who talk about weight gain on here all the time. Very helpful.t.hanks.:flowerforyou:

acidosaur

As a woman who never seems to lose weight, only inches, through intense training, this is v interesting to read!

Christinichka

This is helpful because sometimes you workout hard and then the scale doesn't change in your favor. I will have to remember this!

BoilerUpSlimDown

Bumping for future reference and inspiration. I've been losing weight very consistently recently, until I started a new workout routine this week. It's comforting to know that this weight gain is only temporary!

yoster28

I am so happy someone posted this information as I just finished my first week of insanity. I know it is probably too early for much results but I read a lot of insanity users saying their weight increased for the first 2 weeks. I need to keep this in my archives.

donyellemoniquex3

sushildahiya

Boy! That's a life saver. After loosing two kilos I upped my gym workout and suddenly my weight or the scale started upping as well. Now that I know about this article
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/595473-why-the-scale-goes-up-with-a-new-workout-program-must-read
I am back from the brink of giving up.
Hey guys out there, I need a pal to do this with. None of the friends around want to so if there is anyone out there in cyberace on MFP I need one....... Happy weight management!!!!!:laugh:

cindiva65

This is whats going on with me and I couldnt figure out what the heck to do about it....guess nothing other than keep on keeping on!!

MissSaturday

thank you for sharinggg

doriharvey

bump to save. good information!

Lemongrab1

Great article. Bumping for others to read.
This hasn't happened to me yet, however I only weigh myself once per week so it may be happening during my off-scale days :bigsmile:

cindyst1

Bumping to save so I can come back to it every time I start a new program.
Thanks

svsl0928

Thanks! I needed to read this. I increase my workout time this month and saw the 3-4 pound gain. This is good information.

guroprincess

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mrsctpace

Wow...glad I came across this post...I have increased my physical activity (cardio & strength training) my goal is to attend the gym 5 days/week, but I accomplish going 3 to 4 times a week. Water is my drink of choice, and I have limited sweets to eating on Saturday & Sunday. I feel smaller (in inches) and I have more energy...with that being said, I was looking forward to my early morning weigh-in (on Wednesdays); however, when I got on the scale it either increased, or stayed the same (idk, I was so distraught about the fact that I hadn't lost any weight...I lost all sense of direction)...I did manage to go to the gym inspite of being disappointed. I'm going to continue on this journey...hopeful to see the scale decrease in the near future

suzerb2

We should rejoice that we have a weight gain right after a work out as it is the result of working hard which means if we continue then we will see actual results we want which is a toned body, strength, and endurance!! And look good in the mirror! If we lost weight too fast it was just water loss from sweating or dehydration.

chasetwins

REALLY needed this - this week!! Oddly enough..using one of her DVD's and scale went up with a 4,000 calorie deficit. Thank you for sharing!

Erebekah33

Thanks for the info..cux I always noticed that! Just makes me push harder thanks

TimothyWHughes

Thank you! I had been feeling so demotivated after ramping my exercise up a gear and not understanding what was going on with my weight. I do now! I'll be back in the gym first thing tomorrow and pushing forward

saab002

Good read. Does it take like 3-4 weeks to start dropping slowly (or does it drop right away) or does it take a shorter period of time?

robston

I would love to know the answer to this question about the loss of the fluid retention as well.. does it go away very quickly, or will you see it hang on for a few weeks?

nomorebingesgirl2014

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XTSH

Thanks for sharing. Always knew about the fluid retention that comes with any new workout program/routine but to see it explained put my mind at ease now.

I have stopped my strength workouts for 2-3 weeks for more cardiovascular exercise recently. Just picked up strength training last Saturday and the soreness returns plus a kilogram more.

danaberge

Great article. This explains why I only lost .2 lbs of weight after two weeks of sticking to a 1500 a day calorie goal and exercising 4-5 days a week. I was thinking it was water retention, too much salt. I still think it was partially due to this.. but I see my body getting smaller. I feel my body smaller, more tones, and def. my muscles are sore (especially my back)

Thanks for posting.

Sticking with it this year, and not giving up. This is MY year.. OUR year!!! Good luck ladies and gentlemen.

Vivianna777

Very informative! Thanks for sharing