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Initial wiegth gain from heavy lifting

Goal_Line
Goal_Line Posts: 474 Member
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
This week i just went to 5x5 lift program from 3x15. As you might expect I really felt the difference. My weight popped up about 5 lbs and now has returned to normal.. I'm guessing it was inflamation? Has has anyone else experienced this?

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  • wellbert
    wellbert Posts: 3,924 Member
    Yes, everyone experiences this. Extra water retention.
  • Bakkasan
    Bakkasan Posts: 1,027 Member
    Water retention from muscle exertion :)
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