Hi All!

I have noticed that over the past 5 days or so, I have been gaining weight. This goes along with the beginning of weight training as well as an increase intake in salt. I must say that I have probably had more carbs than I should in the beginning but I am back on track. Do you think I should attribute this to muscle mass or the retention of Water due to the increased salt intake. Oh yeah, I am also 44 and could be starting menopause. I am just so frustrated. Any words of advice or motivation would definitely be appreciated.

How many calories are you eating?

At 9 weeks I would think it almost impossible to actually gain real weight.

Are you getting your water in?

Working out doesn't mean more calories. At 9 weeks, I can't see how you could eat enough to actually gain weight... unless you are eating a lot of carbs. No simple carbs AT ALL. Just lean protein and maybe a bite or two of non starchy veggies. That's it.

I'm going to say not getting enough Water in. I'm at 4 weeks out today and my appt yesterday registered at an 8 pounds weight gain. There is no way partial way I could do that. I really dropped in my water intake so I'm hoping my numbers go down real soon.

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I don't know how that is possible to gain weight at 4 or 9 weeks out I was still having issues eating and not keeping it down. As for weight lifting at this point, i was told no weight lifting yet. I could use wrist and ankle weight's and resistance bands. Your body is in recovery and is focusing on weight loss. Keep your focus on your Proteins and Water.

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I bought a Garmin Index scale. It measures weight, BMI, Water, fat, muscle and bone. I have used it for nine months and have enough readings to look at the graphs and see if I am holding water, gaining muscle, or increasing in fat.

I no longer torture myself wondering what is causing a difference on the scale.

I highly recommend getting a smart scale and knowing what has changed.