The coach called the reasons for the temporary weight gain due to sports

Trainer Sarah Kumer called the reasons for the temporary weight gain due to sports. Her words are quoted by Forbes.

Kumer noted that weight gain tends to be due to inflammation and micro-tearing caused by healthy tension in the muscle fibers. “As the muscles heal, they get stronger, which is good. However, for this, the body needs to retain additional water, so the healing process can significantly affect the numbers on the scales, ”said the specialist.

The trainer stated that weight gain can also occur due to the gain in muscle mass, because it is heavier than adipose tissue. Another reason is the accumulation of glycogen, which is necessary for muscle nutrition. “Each gram of it is stored with at least three grams of water. But with constant training, the body uses glycogen more efficiently and, accordingly, accumulates less water, ”she assured.

Kumer added that unusually high loads affect appetite and a person’s attitude to meals, which is why some allow themselves to eat more than before. “In my practice, I have seen many people who, after a few days of running, were eating burgers and fries that they would not otherwise order,” she explained.

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