I am crying. I’m on a weight loss journey, limiting myself to 1500 calories per day, exercising regularly, and drinking only water. Well, when I got on the scale, I weighed 5 pounds more than I did before the adventure, which hurts because I’m supposed to go to this trampoline facility on the 9th, and the weight limit is 250, but I weigh 255 according to my doctor… but when I just walked on the scale, it says 258-260.
Keep it up. When I first started years ago, my weight increased by 10 pounds in two weeks and then dropped by 20 pounds over the next three. Working exercise will cause those muscles to retain water.
What exactly do you mean by “working out”? Lifting weights? Lifting weights increases muscle mass in your body, making you weigh more. Lifting makes you heavier.
Or are you just performing light, simple cardio? The most effective exercise for losing weight is light and easy cardio (for an extended period of time), such as walking.
Saturday morning, I was down 3 pounds from the previous week.
Sunday morning, I had gained 3 pounds overnight after eating only beef chow mein for dinner.
In actuality, an overnight 3lb increase would be difficult to duplicate, even for Cheeseburger Elvis.
It’s merely water weight interfering with the scale. Wait and see.
I took my measurements in the morning (after going to the toilet). I don’t really track whether I had a cheat meal the night before. Sometimes it’s just water weight. I’m not sure what your biological gender is, but female hormones can also effect your weight. Don’t beat yourself up!
Don’t worry about the weighing scale. Concentrate on how you feel. Water retention is a common cause of weight gain.
Try weighing yourself first thing in the morning, particularly after you’ve used the loo. Weighing yourself after breakfast and exercise indicates that there is food in your stomach and some inflammation in your muscles, so you will most likely be heavier.
Hi! I’m no expert, but I’m very convinced that starting a low-calorie diet might shock your body into believing it’s going to starve, causing it to temporarily hold onto fat. Starting to work out can also plump up your muscles, which may cause you to gain weight briefly. I restarted my lifestyle change last week, eating really healthy and exercising six days a week. I gained two pounds. Maintain a positive, steady, and healthy mindset while avoiding burnout. 🩷
Don’t become discouraged. Believe it or not, some people gain a little before losing. Everyone is different. Keep at it, and if you haven’t lost in a month, make an appointment with your doctor.
Weigh yourself at the same time every day. And document it. Understand if your weight has any seasonality (for example, throughout a week).
Working out every day may also result in water retention if you’re new to it. Enjoy the benefits that this brings to newbies.
Hi! If you want to weigh yourself, do so in the morning after peeing or pooping without clothes! After eating/moving, my weight changes! Do not be discouraged; you have this! If your TDEE is correct, don’t worry! 
You’ve got this!
Water weight, old food, and most likely muscle gain. Just stay the course and drink 64 oz 9f of water per day, and you’ll lose it quickly.
Are you strength training or using weights? This happened to me, and I consulted with a dietitian. Basically, I wasn’t eating enough calories to keep up with my workouts since I was so focused on the deficit. According to my nutritionist, if you don’t eat enough, your body will store excess fat. I concentrated on macronutrients, aiming for 2400 calories and at least 150 grammes of protein every day. I lost 8 pounds in 2.5 weeks while eating less than 25 grammes of sugar. Perhaps consult with a professional or nutritionist to assist