Why am I gaining weight when I'm working out?
by Bonnie
I am 37, 5'8" and 170 lbs. I have not worked out for about 2.5 years, but have maintained my current weight within 3 lbs. So I figured working out and cutting calories I would lose weight. I started walking 5 days a week in February this year. I walk 3.7 mph for 30-45 minutes all five days. About a month later I added to that walking in the afternoon for 40 minutes at about the same pace. Then a month ago I added 3 days a week going to Curves, a circuit/resistance 40 minute workout. I have cut my calories to 1500-1700 per day. I started out at 168 lbs, and now weigh 172. Also, I have seen only a 1/2 inch loss in bust, waist, abs & hips. What is going on? I got a complete physical from my Dr. before starting, so I know I am healthy, no thyroid problems, etc. Someone told me for the first 8 weeks I may see a slight gain due to muscle, but now it's been 12 weeks. How come if I made all these changes am I not losing weight OR inches?? It seems to me by not changing anything and maintaining, that cutting calories and moving, ALOT, would get some results. Help!!! :o)
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