Gaining

Hello,
So I started working out again, consisting of high intensity cardio. I have been eating 1200-1500 calories. I started gaining weight and I am unsure why? With cardio shouldn't I be losing? Also, in my diary everyday I seem to go over in my protein? Would that have anything to do with my weight? Any advice would be appreciated:) THANKS and happy 4th!

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  • diannethegeek
    diannethegeek Posts: 14,776 Member
    It's not unusual for us to gain a little weight when we start a new workout program because sore muscles absorb water to help them heal. Drink lots of fluids to help flush out the excess and the scale should start to move in the right direction soon.
  • deevatude
    deevatude Posts: 322 Member
    do u eat ur exercise calories back? if not, u should because if u exercise alot or have high burns then u need to eat more
  • Thanks for the reply! I have been drinking a lot of water which is strange for me:) and no I am not eating my calories burned.... That's something I should start:/