ugh...

NKF92879
NKF92879 Posts: 601 Member
edited September 2024 in Motivation and Support
In the past 12 days, I have gained 0.7 lbs, but I've lost 0.4% body fat. I know the weight is likely due to a new and more accurate scale, but this is getting ridiculous! I tend to go over on sodium a few days a week, but I drink plenty of water so I don't know... My measurements have also been stuck for 3-4 weeks. :grumble: In the past six weeks, I've gone from ZERO exercise to 5-6 days a week (C25K, Zumba, strength training, walking...).

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  • gsnap30
    gsnap30 Posts: 67
    I hear yeah! You get stuck and wonder wtf. I have lost 7lbs prior to joining. I have been stuck at the same weight now for about 3 to 4 weeks. I drink at least 5 glasses of water. TRY to eat better and workout at least 4 times a week. You have done SO WELL so far so don't give up!!! your building muscle and less body fat is always great!
  • dfborders
    dfborders Posts: 474 Member
    Remember the scale is just another tool - not the end all be all (although I do believe most of us - including me - feel that it is:wink: ) Don't let that scale discourage you. It sounds as if you lost body fat and you are probably building up some muscle. I know when I start an intensive exercise routine it usually takes me about two weeks to see weight come off. Remember according to scales if you build a pound of muscle and lose a pound of fat - you haven't lost anything. You know you are doing a good job. Just hang in there - and if need be - stick you tongue out at that stupid scale:tongue: Also try to lower your sodium intake.
  • HappyHealthy84
    HappyHealthy84 Posts: 1 Member
    Could it be possible that you are losing fat but gaining muscle due to strength training and that could be responsible for the # on the scale not being what you expect? Keep it it, you are doing great!
  • world2c
    world2c Posts: 175 Member
    If you've gone down in body fat percentage, then I think you're gaining muscle.....sit tight, I think you should start seeing decrease soon.
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