Followed calories and worked out, gained weight

wnbrice

So I stayed under calories everyday, was meticulous about putting everything in. Yet since the last time I weighed in I have put on 2.4. I dont understand how this is possible...

LisaGirlfriend

People will want you to open your diary so we can see what you're eating and be able to comment.

spicypepper

This has happened to me. Muscle weighs more than fat. In the beginning I always gained a few while my body adjusted to the change. Over the course of two weeks it adapted and the lbs started falling off.

Also, monitor how much water you intake because if its more than typical you can retain water too.

ILiftHeavyAcrylics

How long has it been? Is your workout routine new?

trud72

i acually only lose weight 2 weeks of the month! :sad:
if it ovulation or TOM then i dont
dont worry x

michaela4910

People will want you to open your diary so we can see what you're eating and be able to comment.

Ditto!

bearwith

You need to kick start your metabolism. One hour every day of brisk walking or running for a week.

Keep drinking 8 cups of water a day.

Keep below the calories.

Make sure weigh everything.

AmandaW01

Its always as well to open your diary if you're going to ask a question like this, then the really experienced people here can see where you may be going wrong and help you. You say you're under every day - how far under? If you're too far under you won't lose. Is your work out new? If so then you may well gain in the first few weeks - its natural and to be expected. What is your calorie intake set at - that can affect it. What is your sodium intake like? How much water are you drinking? People make an awful lot of mistakes and the beauty of this place is that people will really help you if you give them all the info they need :-)

Badd3st

Muscle gain maybe???

leaderzzz

You need to kick start your metabolism. One hour every day of brisk walking or running for a week.

Keep drinking 8 cups of water a day.

Keep below the calories.

Make sure weigh everything.

Always the water! if I don't drink, I don't lose! ( must be part of a calorie controlled diet)

wnbrice

Opened up diary, was looking at sodium consumption and realized that it is way WAY to high.

babycakes1970

If your sodium consumption is high then it could vey well be that you are retaining water.

purplegoboom

Well, it looks like you just joined, so have you just begun to work out and watch what you eat? If so, it is not muscle gain like some of the others have posted. It can take a long effing time to gain muscle, not to mention pretty much impossible on a calorie deficit. Muscle DOES NOT weigh more than fat. It is denser than fat, that is all. 1 lb of muscle = 1 pound of fat, it just takes up less room.

Without looking at your diary, I think the culprit is most likely water weight from working out, especially if it's particulary strenuous. Your body will even out in time.

You need to be patient. It can take 6 - 8 weeks to notice any real progress.

Good luck.

Edit to add: Put the scale away and measure youself. Inches are more reliable than the scale. Only weigh yourself once a month, if that.

fara180

If you're female and have a monthly menstrual cycle, that could be a contributor. My weight fluctuates 2-4 lbs when I'm on my period.

Georgiagoulbourne

You probably gained muscle. If you don't see the loss on the scale, you'll definitely see it in inches!

queenhiphop

How on earth is it possible to build significant muscle mass after just one week of exercising?

OP: it took time to gain weight thus it takes time to lose. Be patient ...

714rah714

You have to improve your diet, add some fruits and some vegetables and once that's done you can cut back on all that bread you've been eating.

purplegoboom

Also, go here:

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/654536-in-place-of-a-road-map-2-0-revised-7-2-12

It's an excellent link, follow the directions given. I've been doing it for a couple of weeks now and have already seen a couple of inches lost.

ShannonECTD

This has happened to me. Muscle weighs more than fat.

Wrong

a pound is a pound no matter what its made out of... a pound of feathers weighs the same as a pound of bricks. Also you wont "gain muscle" unless you are taking in a surplus of calories, which you won't be since you are trying to eat at a deficit to lose weight.

With that being said, you need to give your body time to adjust to your new regimen. Stay consistent and make sure you're not taking in too little calories and working out too much which can be counter productive.

Pixi_Rex

You just joined this year... so I am guessing this working out is new to you... so my guess is it is not anything to worry about.

I just started insanity this week. I gained 2 pounds in a week which would be because my muscles were killing me (literally I thought they were plotting against me). Give it time, and don't worry about the number it will go down eventually.

I didn't look at your diary but honestly make good choices eat enough calories and continue to do what you are doing and you will be fine - do not feel like you need to cut anything out of your diet (I still eat carbs - bread, pasta etc., I eat chocolate, ice cream, Popsicles too but in moderation. I have had no problems losing weight now that I am actually putting forth the effort)

boatsie77

Looks like you're on a diet of mostly bread and cheese (and not much water). Add veg, fruit, fish and lots & lots of water in place of some of the bread & cheese. By doing that, you'll cut down on the sodium too.

OMG_Twinkies

According to your diary for the past couple of weeks, you eat no fresh unprocessed food like fruits and vegetables.

lfergurson1

Morning I am no fitness expert but I read alot I am on week 3 week one was amazing weight just fell off last week and possibly this week I am staying the same and possibly shifting by half a pound. There is a transition process for the body after youve been at it for a month you may want to watch even harder but I happen to think not freaking out and staying consistant will bring results. Because I am new to this and its looking like you are also we may wanna see to much to quick and I am not sure thats always gonna happen. However, if you drop alot in the very beggining, It may not last and here ya go again.. Not sure this makes sense but I think we are in the same place. Good luck. Keep loggin in!

fishermanmatt

This is copied from a message I sent a pal:

"The weigh ins.....
I've gotten into the habit of weighing in weekly. I've been doing this for the past six months or so. While I love seeing the number go down, for me it seems to be go down two, up one, down two, up one..... I think having the weekly record of my weigh ins has helped me. I don't sweat the weeks that I gain now because I know that's just the way I lose. I'm not saying that you should necessarily do the same but wanted to put it out there for you."

Keep doing the right things and you will get results and don't let the scale get you down.

teacherspet1

I would say you eat too much bread......If you want to lose weight you need to change your eating habits....there are plenty of good healthy foods to eat so you dont have to base your diet around bread.
Why not try cereal for breakfast? Pasta is filling and slow release energy....get some good fruit and vegetables down your neck and you need to cut down on cheese.
There is such variety to be had and they say its the spice of life....so live it......
Good luck in your quest

:bigsmile:

Cynduck

My first week back on track I lost 8 pounds sitting on the couch with a back injury. The next week I was back to work and exercising. I gained every single day hat week, almost 3pounds! I didn't go over calories once. Read the "In place of a road map thread" and worked my numbers. Turns out I wasn't eating enough! Scared me but I increased my calories and have never looked back. I've lost every week since. Take a look at that thread, someone already posted the link. Wrk your numbers and see if that helps.

deevatude

ur not eating enough calories

find out ur BMR AND TDEE

CoraGregoryCPA

Something might be missing from your diary that you are eating and not realizing.. like Olive oil in your pan before you cook an egg. 1 tablespoon of oil is 140 calories. Try to make sure everything is logged.. a nut.. a brownie.. a drop of oil.. it can all add up quickly. I'd vote something is missing.. coffee you drink? do you measure everything? Measuring is important. You could think you have a half a cup but it could actually be a cup.. same thing with a tablespoon vs. 2 tablespoons of peanut butter. Try measuring and weighing everything for a couple of days and see if you are still "under your calorie goal" and be careful not to over estimate and eat back your exercise calories. You might be over estimating those and then eating the incorrect back.

jzammetti

Also, go here:

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/654536-in-place-of-a-road-map-2-0-revised-7-2-12

It's an excellent link, follow the directions given. I've been doing it for a couple of weeks now and have already seen a couple of inches lost.

You should follow the link above and calculate your TDEE and eat based on that. You are a male and eat only as much as I do, a 5'2" female weighing 125 pounds. I think you need to eat more.

Also, you have not likely gained muscle in a short period of time - how often do you weigh? Probably water weight gain...

gaylynn35

You have to improve your diet, add some fruits and some vegetables and once that's done you can cut back on all that bread you've been eating.

I totally agree with this! You are eating way too much bread and not enough foods that are good for you. Lean meats, fruits and vegetables and lots of water.

kellygirl5538

Weight loss takes time!