X-Train and Weight Gain?

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elsie3

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Okay, I know all the possible reasons, and I'm trying to remain positive, but I'm still a bit frustrated. I'm on week 2 of the 90 day undulating rotation. I've gained over 4 pounds and almost an inch in my waist. I've tried to eat very clean--I even gave up my beloved dark chocolate.:eek: Yesterday I was super careful on calories because I was doing Bi's and Tri's, so not much calorie burn there. I was up 2 pounds this morning since yesterday. Yeah, I know it's not 2 lbs of fat gained in one day, but still . . . .:mad: Yes, I have been drinking plenty of water and getting enough protein. And, no, I didn't go below 1200 calories.

I guess I'm just wondering if anyone else is experiencing this. I know it's probably just water retention and I need to hang in there, but I so want to get rid of this dang muffin top.:mad:

And, yes, I've gotten out the notebook and am back to tracking and zig-zagging calories. How I hate that!!!!
 
Yup...I have the same problem. I gained a pound or two and I have been eating fairly clean and really watching the calories. I attributed it to water retention too. I would give it another two weeks or so before it goes away. I know with STS, I was all over the place until Meso #3. The end results though was lots of gained muscle and my weight went down about 10 lbs.
 
I would say the weight "gain" is mostly water. You also said you ate "mostly" clean. Try to eat super clean, eat at least 90% clean 10% cheat (that's 2 cheat meals a week). I also recommend not measuring so soon. I would measure once a month. And when measuring take the same measurement 3 times and taking the average. Its hard to get the tape in the same spot every time, especially if you are doing it yourself.
 
TRSTACIE said:
Yup...I have the same problem. I gained a pound or two and I have been eating fairly clean and really watching the calories. I attributed it to water retention too. I would give it another two weeks or so before it goes away. I know with STS, I was all over the place until Meso #3. The end results though was lots of gained muscle and my weight went down about 10 lbs.
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Thanks, I just needed to hear from someone else who is experiencing the same thing. It helps me to be able to be patient and keep working at it.
 
dustbunny2 said:
I would say the weight "gain" is mostly water. You also said you ate "mostly" clean. Try to eat super clean, eat at least 90% clean 10% cheat (that's 2 cheat meals a week). I also recommend not measuring so soon. I would measure once a month. And when measuring take the same measurement 3 times and taking the average. Its hard to get the tape in the same spot every time, especially if you are doing it yourself.
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The only variance I've had from eating super clean was having a serving of dark chocolate a day. I've been without for 2 days now. :eek: I'll just hunker down and be more patient. Thanks for the support.
 
I usually gain weight with heavy training like STS. Im on my 2nd week of 90day rotation & yes gained 1-2lbs! Not frustrated because it is just how it is with heavy lifting! I am getting stronger
 
buneknek said:
I usually gain weight with heavy training like STS. Im on my 2nd week of 90day rotation & yes gained 1-2lbs! Not frustrated because it is just how it is with heavy lifting! I am getting stronger
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Thanks for your reply. I guess it does make more sense when I remember that it's Burn Sets this week, and I've thrown in a bicep and hip thrust 100 rep challenge.
 
I too am having the same issue...hoping it will go back done
I struggle with seeing a larger number...hopefully it will adjust sooner than later.
 
I'm glad I checked out this post because I too have gained a couple and have been really good with my eating. I'm on my 2nd week of XTrain as well. So I don't get so down on myself I have been telling myself it's water gain and try and not freak out. I hate seeing a higher number on the scale.

Brenda
 
My advice is going to be a bit drastic. DITCH THE SCALE FOR THE NEXT 4-6 WEEKS! If you give up now or get discouraged by daily scale fluctuations, you won't be able to see the end result: sexy, sculpted, hard-earned muscles, and a noticeably more toned and fit YOU. Please *try* to be patient. It's SO worth it :).

While doing STS, I never weighed myself once. I refused to do so. Instead I focused on how my body looked in the mirror and how my clothes fit. With Xtrain, I plan on doing the same. I'm sure I have gained a few lbs, and I really could care less. I know by the loosening of my pants (jeans never lie ;)) that Xtrain is agreeing with me. Bring on the muscles baby! :eek::D;)

Good luck!

Natasha
 
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The first time I tried STS I gained 8# in less then a month! I wanted to cry!!!Everyone said it's just water and it will go away but that's an awful lot of water weight if you ask me so I stopped STS, moved on to a different work out style and was able to lose the extra poundage and fit back into my clothes properly again.

Fast forward several months later, I tried STS for second time but this time I was on Weight Watchers while I did the program and I was successful. I lost weight...very slowly...but I lost instead of gaining so I was happy. I was being VERY careful with my food intake though!

Just thought I'd share a similar experience. :)

Can't comment on XTrain because I haven't started a rotation yet....
 
mini-natty said:
My advice is going to be a bit drastic. DITCH THE SCALE FOR THE NEXT 4-6 WEEKS! If you give up now or get discouraged by daily scale fluctuations, you won't be able to see the end result: sexy, sculpted, hard-earned muscles, and a noticeably more toned and fit YOU. Please *try* to be patient. It's SO worth it :).

While doing STS, I never weighed myself once. I refused to do so. Instead I focused on how my body looked in the mirror and how my clothes fit. With Xtrain, I plan on doing the same. I'm sure I have gained a few lbs, and I really could care less. I know by the loosening of my pants (jeans never lie ;)) that Xtrain is agreeing with me. Bring on the muscles baby! :eek::D;)

Good luck!

Natasha
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This is probably the best advice to adhere to at this point.

I haven't started XTrain personally, but instead have been doing Trisets mostly since the beginning of the month. I jumped 4 pounds in less than a week. I ditched my scale. I tried on some jeans and if it were anything other than retention, my jeans would be tight. They aren't, in fact the opposite is slowly happening.
 
While doing STS, I never weighed myself once. I refused to do so. Instead I focused on how my body looked in the mirror and how my clothes fit. With Xtrain, I plan on doing the same. I'm sure I have gained a few lbs, and I really could care less. I know by the loosening of my pants (jeans never lie ;)) that Xtrain is agreeing with me. Bring on the muscles baby! :eek::D;)
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I wish that would happen to me! You are lucky! Never in my life have my jeans gotten looser when the # on the scale goes up!
Guess that's why I continue to weigh myself! :rolleyes:
 
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mini-natty said:
My advice is going to be a bit drastic. DITCH THE SCALE FOR THE NEXT 4-6 WEEKS! If you give up now or get discouraged by daily scale fluctuations, you won't be able to see the end result: sexy, sculpted, hard-earned muscles, and a noticeably more toned and fit YOU. Please *try* to be patient. It's SO worth it :).

Natasha
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It's funny that you wrote that because it's exactly what I told my neighbor to do so she wouldn't freak out if she gained weight. I am a space cadet though because I keep forgetting that and I'll ask her if she lost weight because she looks thinner to me then. She'll then remind me that I told her NOT too! :eek:
 
Fit_mommy said:
I wish that would happen to me! You are lucky! Never in my life have my jeans gotten looser when the # on the scale goes up!
Guess that's why I continue to weigh myself! :rolleyes:
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In all honesty Wendy, I do not consider myself "lucky". I am very cautious about what I eat and how much I eat. I do not give myself permission to be "laxed" with my eating habits, thinking that just because I am training hard I won't gain body fat (cuz' trust me, I can gain fat as easily as anyone else :rolleyes:). My approach to ditch the scale is definitely not suited for everyone, but it is the best thing FOR ME. I have no clue as to what my weight is at this moment...I have not weighed myself since summer 2012. I feel fit & healthy, and that's all that matters right now :).

All the best :)

Natasha
 
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