3251 in steps

@jessicakrall8, ty.

Itadakimasu7 wrote: »

Off topic - but my cats have transmogrified into FLEA BAGS. I'm allergic to fleas and they keep biting me. Appreciate any advice. Can drop it directly as a msg to me if you like. Thanks in advance - your bitten friend.

If you're state side, try skinny so soft on your fur kids. It's by Avon. It works wonders. Use the original scent. Also consult your vet about it

Is Weight Gain a Possibility While Strength Training?

Here’s some take aways from this article I just read.

-Variety of reasons you might gain weight when you start lifting weights, including building lean muscle mass and water weight or inflammatory weight gain from the healing process.
-Stress can cause weight gain. More cortisol released in the body can cause fluid retention.
-Muscle tissue burns more calories than fat tissue
-Think of strength training as your long-term solution to weight loss instead of fearing that it will cause weight gain

https://www.verywellfit.com/strength-training-weight-gain-3498354

@Zaxa2021 yes, you’re moving in the right direction. If that 0.8 was in the opposite direction, you would of been disappointed so let’s celebrate even when it seems too slow for us!
Good job on your steps too!
I just started strength training this week, and my weight has gone up by 0.5 which is driving me crazy! However, I definitely see new tone in my arms and legs after all the walking I’m enjoying, and I can feel the muscles in my legs after the week of squats and lunges, so I’m trying to focus on that.

Go @pedal__power Go! Look at you racking up those steps!

@Pupowl , the flower bed is amazing. And give tinnus some loves and ear scratches for me. I wish I could meet him in person and love on him myself.

Sbus12 wrote: »

@Armygirlarmyof1 when the weather is gross, I’ve taken the day as a pass in the past. However, recently I started using free weights in my basement and I’m looking for a beginners HIIT video to try. My new goal is to do a free exercise online video on the next bad weather day.

@Sbus12 You can also walk inside, around your house...if you have one room that's larger...walk around it...walk in step while watching tv...do a walk video on YouTube...all represents movement and every step counts! I'm not sure why people fight so hard to ignore this, but it's all an option...and anything is better than just sitting still...EVERYBODY--YOU HAVE OPTIONS for getting those steps in!! Tell us more about HIIT...I'm not sure what it is, although I've read a few people like it a lot...would love to hear your thoughts after you try it. I love the walk or dance videos...

Sorry, saw Army's name and thought this was from her...

Jessica

OMG I completely forgot to post my weigh in on Sunday, though I weighed myself :-(

Bumbinella, very late Sunday weigh in:
PW: 171 lbs
CW: 173 lbs

STEPPERS...SCREENSHOT IS FROM WEEK ONE. PLEASE REPORT IN YOUR MISSING STEPS. THANKS!
Jessica

Sbus12 wrote: »

Is Weight Gain a Possibility While Strength Training?

Here’s some take aways from this article I just read.

-Variety of reasons you might gain weight when you start lifting weights, including building lean muscle mass and water weight or inflammatory weight gain from the healing process.
-Stress can cause weight gain. More cortisol released in the body can cause fluid retention.
-Muscle tissue burns more calories than fat tissue
-Think of strength training as your long-term solution to weight loss instead of fearing that it will cause weight gain

https://www.verywellfit.com/strength-training-weight-gain-3498354

I am absolutely experiencing this and it's also driving me crazy but I'm beginning to come to terms with it. One of my goals was to lose weight but I also want to strength train for long term muscle mass, bone density etc.. I'm often in a state of soreness and my weight has steadily increased and sometimes jumps up a lot after a really hard session. overall i'm happy with my strength gains but unsure if being part of a weight loss group with weekly reporting is the right thing for me right now. i've heard its extremely difficult to increase muscle and lose body fat all at the same time, ie recomposition. interested in other ppl's experiences.

ganival wrote: »

Sbus12 wrote: »

Is Weight Gain a Possibility While Strength Training?

Here’s some take aways from this article I just read.

-Variety of reasons you might gain weight when you start lifting weights, including building lean muscle mass and water weight or inflammatory weight gain from the healing process.
-Stress can cause weight gain. More cortisol released in the body can cause fluid retention.
-Muscle tissue burns more calories than fat tissue
-Think of strength training as your long-term solution to weight loss instead of fearing that it will cause weight gain

https://www.verywellfit.com/strength-training-weight-gain-3498354

I am absolutely experiencing this and it's also driving me crazy but I'm beginning to come to terms with it. One of my goals was to lose weight but I also want to strength train for long term muscle mass, bone density etc.. I'm often in a state of soreness and my weight has steadily increased and sometimes jumps up a lot after a really hard session. overall i'm happy with my strength gains but unsure if being part of a weight loss group with weekly reporting is the right thing for me right now. i've heard its extremely difficult to increase muscle and lose body fat all at the same time, ie recomposition. interested in other ppl's experiences.

I've tried recompositions in the past, but my latest attempt, since September of last year, has been my most successful. I started using an online coach since late August last year, so that's likely why I've been more focused and successful.

I lift weights 3 times per week, primarily training with barbells on the big 4 lifts (squats, deadlift, bench press, overhead press). I started working with a coach because while I've done some type of weight training since high school, I'd let myself stop and start or jump around programs without making much linear progress. Having someone to be accountable to and who adjusts my programming based on my current goals has been instrumental.

My coach also has me report weekly averages of weight, waist, and macros. We'll all familiar with how weight can vary day to day, but having data for 4 weeks in a row can make it much easier to spot trends. In the almost year of working with him, I've hit personal bests in each lift while losing about 13 pounds, and dropping 2 inches from my waist. Recompositions mean that you won't quickly pack on muscle or drop weight compared to focusing on one of those goals, but I've made slow steady progress.

Biggest challenges for me during this time were managing my appetite and diet. My father in law is a CrossFit coach and told me something that has stuck with me for years: "you can't outwork a bad diet." Early on I thought I could eat whatever I wanted because I was burning more calories and was often hungry, and my progress was extremely slow. I took recommendations from my coach to dial in my macros and focus on protein, fiber, and foods with more satiety.

I also realized that weight lifting isn't linear either. I probably couldn't hit those personal bests right now as my training recent was focusing on supporting my cycling training. But I'm definitely stronger and leaner than I was a year ago.

@jessicakrall8 25K steps in one day?! That's some mad awesomeness! Way to go!

@Sbus12 I love HIIT workouts as well! If you look up HASfit on youtube, they offer a bunch of free HIIT and strength classes that I've really enjoyed! I tend to do them more when I'm stuck inside.

@Pupowl Hello sweet Tinnus! Love seeing that face!

@bearchested Thanks for sharing your story, you've made some impressive progress in the past year! How did you find your online coach/program? I've thought about doing something similar in the past, but found myself overwhelmed just even searching for something that might be suitable.