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Week 3 and gaining weight

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DiddidiGraduate
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Is it normal to gain weight after starting the programme? I'm new to running and really enjoying the C25K but was shocked when I got on the scales this morning! I eat healthily, have a moderate fitness level and so this is a complete mystery to me. Has anyone else experienced the same?

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I have also gained weight- am on week 7 but have put my extra couple of pounds down to celebrating completing each week at the weekend!! Seriously I can’t believe I am here shuffling for 25 mins thanks to the plan and everyone on here x keep calm and carry on x

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Muscle weighs more than fat, so that can account for a small increase.

More common is people actually eating more because they are exercising. You don't need to do this.

I don't weigh myself regularly enough to know whether I increased weight or not.

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