Why is my workout routine actually making me fatter?

Question

Workout doing the opposite of what I thought

I started this workout routine for my abs and I’ve been doing it for the past couple of days. But ever since the first day my abs are super sore and I look fatter than I did before I started the routine, but I haven’t gained or lost any weight. I’m super confused and hoping that when my abs become less sore I will start to see my stomach get a little flatter and more toned. I run an average of 4 miles a day and I am a super healthy eater. Why did this happen?

Answer 1

Hi there Billa!

Think of your muscles as hot air balloons, The more heat you provide them ( the more you work out your muscles) the more they will grow as a result. Everyone's body reacts differently to working out and dieting. Abbs are the most difficult and often regarded as the most desirable physical feature that most people strive for and they only really begin to show with an extremely low body fat %. The key to making that bloated look and soreness is to make sure you are following the simple rule of more calories out than calories in while also maintaining a healthy supply of water and rest. Notice how flat your body looks immediately after you wake up in the morning and understand that it is that trifecta of calories in vs calories out, hydration, and rest that brings about the flatter and more toned appearance. Stay strict on your diet and workout plan and your abbs will begin to show! I hope this answers your question, please feel free to contact me if you have any additional questions!