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 2009-11-24 8:22 AM |
Veteran  215  Las Vegas, NV |  Subject: Weight gain after IM???So I finished IMAZ on Sunday (my first) and when I got home yesterday I was deeply depressed to see the scale reflecting a weight increase of a few pounds...is this normal??? according to my calculations I burned around 10,000 calories during IM so how is it possible to gain weight after the event? |
| 2009-11-24 8:28 AM in reply to: #2528688 |
Pro 4608  Brooklyn, NY | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? The gain you're seeing is likely inflammation from the beating your body took in the race. I dropped 5 pounds or so immediately after IMWI, but didn't weigh myself until about 3 days post-race. Unfortunately, however, after my blissful 5 pound loss, I promptly gained 8+ pounds and it's getting harder and harder to slow the gain and nearly impossible to lose any weight now that I'm barely training. |
| 2009-11-24 8:42 AM in reply to: #2528688 |
Champion 19812 MA | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? She's dead on...inflammation and water retention as your body recovers from what you put it through Sunday. Good job out there! Just be careful lots of us gain weight in the 4-8 weeks post IM as our appetites stay from heavy training loads but our volume drops. I gained more after my first IM but still some this year but expected it and dealt with it a bit better this year. Lots of women IM friends will give themself a window of time to eat whatever then start counting calories or being more strict to avoid the post IM weight gain that is quite common. |
| 2009-11-24 8:43 AM in reply to: #2528688 |
Extreme Veteran 483 Pacific NW | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? Congrats on an awesome finish! I did IMAZ too, and I could barely fit into my sweats yesterday! Eat clean (but enough to refuel your body!!!), drink tons of water, and I bet you'll be feeling more normal in a few days. Just put on some stretchy pants and enjoy that you are now an IRONMAN!!!!!! |
| 2009-11-24 8:48 AM in reply to: #2528688 |
Champion 6962 Atlanta, Ga | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? As others have pointed out, it's perfectly normal and healthy. Also expect to pee a LOT. Even with minimal fluids. You body is repairing itself and will be flushing out the crap very soon. So don't freak out if you are peeing like 6 times a day. |
| 2009-11-24 8:58 AM in reply to: #2528688 |
Champion 34263 Chicago | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? And I dont know if it was just me, but for about 10 days after the race all I wanted to do was eat. I must've eaten 10 times a day for a solid week. |
| 2009-11-24 9:15 AM in reply to: #2528688 |
| over a barrier | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? I went from 147 - 157 in about 6 weeks....I need to pee more  or stop eating Icecream. |
| 2009-11-24 9:37 AM in reply to: #2528854 |
Master 1376 Chicago | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? running2far - 2009-11-24 9:15 AM I went from 147 - 157 in about 6 weeks....I need to pee more or stop eating Icecream.x2. I am about 10 pounds heavier now then when I did IMCDA. I think it may have to do with switching from drinking water\gatorade to beer on the weekends. |
 2009-11-24 10:06 AM in reply to: #2528688 |
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| 2009-11-24 11:49 AM in reply to: #2528688 |
| Veteran 273 Virginia Beach | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? Im 3 weeks post-IM (FL) and stepped on the scale for the first time yesterday. To my suprise I actaully lost a pound .. perhaps beer and ice cream are the way to go after all |
| 2009-11-30 3:29 PM in reply to: #2528688 |
| Elite 5316 Alturas, California | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? I concure, after my IM in August I was very hungry and yup the training wasn't there to fully absorb it and well I have gained some pounds. So it is time to cut back on those extra calories, especially with the holidays here. Hrm apple pie with icecream or... just the apple. It hurts, but as of today..... a little less will have to suffice. Luck in your journey and grats on your accomplishment. |
| 2009-11-30 4:04 PM in reply to: #2528688 |
| Pro 4277 Parker, CO | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? I'm glad you posted this thread as I have been concerned about my weight gain after finishing an IM back in Spetember. The week before the race I was just under 170...last week I was just over 180! Seems this is pretty normal after reading many of the responses. The downside for me is I"m injured and can't run and it's that time of year where food and beer is everywhere! |
| 2009-11-30 5:58 PM in reply to: #2528688 |
| Champion 9600 Fountain Hills, AZ | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? I'm in the middle of getting myself nice and post IM fat right now! I love it! |
| 2009-11-30 6:40 PM in reply to: #2528688 |
Champion 5495 Whizzzzzlandia Silver member | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? I can't sustain my IM weight for very long. It's just not a stable weight for me. I knew I was going to gain as soon as the race was over and lo and behold... I have. I'm trying to stave off a LOT of extra chub, but... I know I can't expect to be IM weight in... say...January. Plus I'm enjoying a bunch of empty calories that I didn't enjoy during IM training... WINE! EXCESS COOKIES! MASHED POTATOES! NOM NOM NOM NOM NOM NOM! |
| 2009-11-30 7:41 PM in reply to: #2528688 |
| Iron Donkey 38643 , Wisconsin | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? I think I gained 5 lbs, tops, since IM WI in Sept. I have a fast metabolism. Please don't hate me. |
Or, maybe running around like a madman all the time with the kids and dog, too.| 2009-12-01 7:43 AM in reply to: #2536604 |
| Master 2411 Goodyear, AZ | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? bryancd - 2009-11-30 3:58 PM I'm in the middle of getting myself nice and post IM fat right now! I love it! X2. IMAZ was the perfect time to do a race with the holidays right after! I lost about 5lbs this fall while IM training and am quite happy to gain that back and maybe even a few more. Will make me work a bit harder come spring |
| 2010-01-05 7:01 AM in reply to: #2528688 |
| Veteran 245 Nevada City with my BABY! | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? PHEW! I am glad I found this! I also gained weight after B2B in Nov...I thought it was just me being lazy! |
| 2010-01-05 8:10 AM in reply to: #2528688 |
| Master 1696 Surprise, Arizona | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? Glad I'm not alone - I feel like I have gone from Ironman to Doughboy in less than two months. |
| 2010-01-05 2:15 PM in reply to: #2528688 |
| Master 1655 NJ | Subject: RE: Weight gain after IM??? Yep - replacing training time w/ eating/drinking time will definitely pack on the lbs. I was so happy w/ my body post IM and now it's gone. |
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