Temporary weight gain from weights?

FemCat · 24-Jul-04, 09:05 AM

Hey guys.. quick question..

I've been working out consistantly..mainly cardio.. and great diet,
and lost a few pounds.. For the past 2-3 weeks I've added weight training to my routine, and noticed a nice "lift" in my glutes..and generally a better all over tightness to my body.. The only thing is.. I have gained 2 pounds!!!.. annd I am pissed! I do feel a bit swollen, and not sure if this is right.. but, I have heard that when you begin weight training, sometimes there is a temporary weight gain, or swelling of the body.. and that subsides after the first few months.. is this true??? Or, do I just need to tighten up on my diet??

(yes, I'm one of those freaks that thrives off seeing the scale numbers go down!!.. I am a slave to my scale! haha..)

Thx! ;-) FemCat

SurfinAmy · 24-Jul-04, 01:52 PM

FemCat, if you're building muscle you can gain weight, but it's good weight. I would throw that scale in the trash pretty much and keep lifting
-Amy

AnnaD - TX · 24-Jul-04, 02:22 PM

hmmmmm . . . . the "lift" and overall tightness or a scale??? (throw the scale away or hide it)

**Lady C** · 24-Jul-04, 02:34 PM

What does your diet and workout routine look like? Scale weight means nothing compared to bodyfat. Has your bodyfat changed?

FemCat · 25-Jul-04, 09:19 AM

Thx guys.. ;-) I eat really well.. I am just too against counting calories, or "dieting".. per say. I eat 5 small meals a day.. sometimes less or more, depends on the day, and I try and eat less at nite. Most of my carbs come from fruits, and non wheat, gluten or yeast rye bread.. which I usually will just have a slice a day...
I eat chicken breast, lean meats and tunafish..non-sweetened yogurt with almonds and splenda, soy protein..etc.. and veggies, like green beans, zuchinni, carrots, and salads.
Once a week or so.. I will have some sushi or a pad thai- low oil and no sugar.
I am in the restaurant business.. and I love food..so, we do go out a few times a week and visit other restaurants... I just try and keep everything in moderation, and stay clear of bread, rice, potatoes, dessert and heavy fats.

I do cardio 40 mins or so 4-5 x a week.. and weights now 3x a week.
I'm probably going to start taking 2 dance classes a week.. and drop 1 cardio session.

I have no idea what my body fat is!! Prety dumb..huh! I need to go get a test done somewhere.

Thx for the advice ladies.. I will put the scale away for now.. cuz, each time I weight myself in the morning, if it's not good.. I'm in a bad mood for the day!

FemCat ;-)

5'6" 129lbs. trying to get to 120lbs. it sux.

**Lady C** · 25-Jul-04, 09:29 AM

You sound like you are doing the right stuff. Just be patient and consistent and it will happen.

PS: You may drop your bodyfat way down and not reach the 120 goal. I weigh 120 and I am only 5'-4". I have however, dropped my bodyfat from 26% to 15%. This means I have added lots of muscle mass while losing fat.

FemCat · 25-Jul-04, 10:54 AM

Thx LadyC.. you're awesome ;-)

I'll get a b/f test done and report back.. I'm kinda scared it's going to be really high!! and then I'll be embarrassed.. haha!

SurfinAmy · 25-Jul-04, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by FemCat

Thx LadyC.. you're awesome ;-)

I'll get a b/f test done and report back.. I'm kinda scared it's going to be really high!! and then I'll be embarrassed.. haha!

There were some pics of LadyC's results somewhere....?????
FemCat, I have no idea what my bodyfat is either? Where would you go to get it tested?
-Amy

FemCat · 25-Jul-04, 01:25 PM

Hey Amy.. not sure where to go.. I think they offer it at some of the gyms around here. I'm gonna ask, and I'll get it done and report back..yikes!!!

FemCat ;-)

**Lady C** · 25-Jul-04, 02:33 PM

They are here

Go buy these and do your own. That is how I do mine.

FemCat · 26-Jul-04, 09:52 AM

Wow LadyC.. you look amazing!!!! Woot!
Hey, how accurate is that tool?? I wanna get one asap ;-)

FemCat ;-)

me_krissie · 06-Aug-04, 08:54 PM

hey guys, I am new to this. But I was reading FemCats post, seeing that I myself kinda have the same problems. As a matter of fact I stopped weight lifting because I got so mad at the scale. I am currently 5'6" and weight 150. Last time I got a fat % test it was 19%. However my size has not changed as far as clothing, and my definition is not what I would have thought it would be with my current body fat %. Right now I am doing cardio kickboxing three times a week. And a resistance band class twice a week ( have not been to faithfull to this class). Is it possible to gain that much muscle to decrease body fat % and not lose inches and not lose weight but gain instead... Also what should I do to increase muscle and lose inches as well as weight?

**Lady C** · 07-Aug-04, 09:28 AM

Yes, lots of things are possible. I would increase the resistance training to heavier weights and do it three times per week. Diet is the most significant factor.

Fem - not real accurate. I use them to see if there is any changes. I haven't changed much lately but I have been highly stressed.

me_krissie · 08-Aug-04, 10:20 PM

thanks Lady C!!!! i will try it!