Weekly Weigh-In: 2 lbs Gained & Weight Loss Constipation, Literally
Ahhh!!!I gained 2 lbs. No!! Why me? Why me? LMAO. I’m kidding, it’s not that serious. I did gain two lbs but it’s most likely water weight since I was a little constipated over the weekend. That’s right. I said it… I was constipated! While the scale read 2 lbs heavier than last week, my mind knows that I am right on track so it didn’t devastate me like I thought it would.
Here is the weight loss chart:
That little hiccup of 2 lbs ain’t nothing! I’ll be fine next week once my body lets go of some of this water it was holding. This past week was a good one. Yet again I managed to control my eating…something which I’ve been working on heavily. For the past few months one of my main goals was to let go of the emotional, mindless eating and take control of the nutritional side of things. I can honestly say that I am extremely close to my goal of controlling myself when it comes to eating. My gluttonous days are almost over.
My water retaining most likely came as a result of my constipation. On Friday I was not able to use the bathroom, something which I’ve been doing on a daily basis. So on Friday night aside from drinking my usual amounts of water I figured I’d drink some more fiber. What was that for? I was able to relieve myself but felt dehydrated and decided to drink a bunch more water since I wasn’t feeling good. I eat a lot of apples, kiwis, other fiber rich fruits and drink plenty of water so I’m not sure when I was constipated. I did buy some chocolate milk last week and started having some after my workouts. I haven’t been constipated in a very long time. It felt odd and I knew that my weight was going to be off because of it.
I’m not worried. Next week I’ll come back and be better than ever. This isn’t really a plateau or a wall I’ve hit with my weight loss. I’ll know when I hit a wall because I’ll feel it and the scale will tell me. My consistency is so on point that I don’t anticipate hitting a wall for a few more weeks. Another reason I don’t see myself hitting that wall for a while is because I’ve recently started switching up the routine. Instead of just doing burpees on my burpee days, I’ve included bear crawls, plyometrics and some other exercises I hate doing.
So, yeah, I gained 2 lbs this week but they will be short lived. I guarantee it!
It could just be water weight.
Water retain is due of salt. Maybe you don’t eat salt but if you buy some condiments from market, these hide a lot of salt in package.
Good point about the salt. But I don’t use condiments anymore.
It’s normal Is, and, honestly, your body weight fluctuates up to 5 pounds on a daily basis. As you’ve mentioned, you know that you’re on point with your nutrition and training, so let your body take care of the rest.
Keep drinking water, and lots of it. I find that water is one of the best natural laxatives. When I feel a bit “backed up”, I usually up my water, celery, and apple intake.
Hang in there ….
True. It’s just the way the body works. I drink a lot of water. I’ve rarely been backed up recently, so I’m upping my apple intake for sure. Thanks.
It’s all good! Like you said just water weight, and you’ll have a better weigh in next time.
I thought the same exact thing. 🙂
Looks like you are still on track. I’ve noticed that even though I might be doing everything right – some weeks stay even or go up before it again goes down.
It is kind of frustrating but hey – we are not test tubes. 🙂 A lot is going on sometimes.
Hang in there Israel
Thanks John. I’m doing what needs to be done. That’s all I can do…
Keep looking at that 68.4 loss! Makes that 2 gain fluctuation awfully wimpy! You’re doing great!
Hello, I don’t know everything your doing but, I find what helps me is to work out untill the point of exhaustion.
Then you are too tired to eat before you go to bed! Not saying you should do that but that’s what helps me at least.
In any event don’t worry about the 2 lbs pounds that can be easily lost within a few days of walking around the block!
Just keep on truckin!
I do not know
Isreal,
I check in from time to time on your blog and I just want to encourage you to continue doing such a great job
Thanks Torrey.
I just found your site and I am so happy I did! You are an inspiration! I have lost 33 lbs with Weight Watchers and just joined a gym hoping to give the weight lost a boost (I have 65 lbs left to lose).
You are doing a great job! Keep going!
The body has a funny way of throwing you that curve ball at times. I hit a plateau last week that left me scratching my head, I can definitely relate. Great to see what you have going here and will be spending some time… good content!
After all of your accomplishments, this is a real small deal. Don’t for a moment let it slow you down!
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It’s all good my brotha!! Keep doin ya thing. Remember, just like switching your workout regimen helps to prevent hitting a wall, sometimes switching your meal plan up a little also helps.
thanks good post
Ouch. You don’t use condiments anymore? I would rather work a little harder in the gym than give up some of life’s beautiful tastes mmmm lol
This is the most important and sensible article I have seen ever! I have sent it out to everyone I know who is struggling with diets. Thank you for your amazing contribution to life.
Great attitude! I certainly think your weight issues are a thing of the past too. Keep up the good work.
This are my issues for the past 3 months in which I got so disappointed knowing that I get bigger each day,but thanks for your post,it drives me to do something different..