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Is it possible to burn fat without changing my weight?
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this post was submitted on 13 Aug 2023
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Basically, what you went through is called body recomposition.
I would assume your job had your muscles placed under enough mechanical tension to stimulate hypertrophy, but you didn't eat enough to be in a caloric surplus. Otherwise you would've gained weight. For gaining muscle mass anyway, I guess your diet was high in protein?
If he has not done much gym-like sport ever (which, if they are surprised by losing fat and keeping mass, it's probably the case) they are probably on the "noob gains" phase, no need for high protein meals.
I have a lot of experience with weight loss through strict dieting and generally my 'thinness' has always been tied with the scale number. Was never much of an excersise person besides basic walking routine always prefered just not eating. My diet does consist of a lot of protein too, though I do try to stay more on the fruits, veggie, and nuts side of it. So its a little jarring for me to be getting thinner while not loosing any total mass since ive never 'bulked' before. I really appreciate everyones input on this its good to know im not going crazy lol
True, that would make the most sense
Definitely one of those cases where it's better to look in the mirror instead of worrying about the number on the scale.
Muscle is over two times denser than fat, so if you gain enough, you might actually weigh more instead of less some day. But you'll be stronger for it.