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Old 01-15-2011, 07:34 AM   #1  
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Default I don't get it.....
I guess I should not complain, I mean, the inches on the tape measure are moving, but I don't understand. I have lost half an inch off my thighs, but I have GAINED 2 pounds. I have not worked out that much (too darn cold to get out to the gym...I mean...YIKES! Below zero and stuff) some yoga, which I love, other than that I have not worked out.

I don't get it........how does that happen??? Does anyone know? or is it one of those great mysteries we will never know, but don't *****, the inches are moving?
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Old 01-15-2011, 08:36 AM   #2  
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fat takes up more room than muscle, and since the muscle is denser you could gain weight while losing inches (like replacing a pillow with a brick.)
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Old 01-15-2011, 09:39 AM   #3  
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That happened to me one too while I was doing WW and I got so discouraged I stopped. Keep it up, your losing on inches, which is still a wonderful accomplishment!
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Old 01-15-2011, 10:31 AM   #4  
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Seagirl - what a great visual! Now I'm thinking about getting rid of my pillow tummy and replacing it with a brick six-pak!
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Old 01-15-2011, 10:37 PM   #5  
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Your body composition is changing. Remember, you want to lose fat, not just weight. It sounds like you're losing that fat! You should be happy.
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Old 01-15-2011, 11:30 PM   #6  
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The two Lb. gain may be water gain. I keep a weight- calorie journal and I am constantly looking over it- On those day's I see a 1 or 2 Lb. gain I just know I did not gain 2 Lbs. in fat over night. I exercise and watch my calories. But there are day's the weight will go up. I have learned not to get upset when this happens- it will come back off again.
Just remember to eat lots of fruit and veggies and drink lots of water- and it will all be good.
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Old 01-15-2011, 11:38 PM   #7  
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Pee, poo, water retention from too much sodium or TOM... eventually you get to know your range and just ignore that daily flux thing.

Don't worry about it.

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Old 01-16-2011, 08:58 AM   #8  
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Inches are awesome.... Im sure part of your journey includes looking and feeling better, no just getting a lower number on the scale.... You already know you are looking better if you are tightening up and losing inches. Do you feel better? If so its all a move to the positive, celebrate your nsv!
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If you are losing inches, you are doing great!!!!!!
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