3rd day of Phase 2 :(

[autumn8297]

I know that I know that I know that it is normal to gain a little back when starting Phase 2 but I am discouraged. I was 165 as of Wednesday and today I have gained 3 pounds back! I reintroduced a small apple in my lunch and have had no cravings. But my clothes this morning felt tight again. I was waiting to introduce my starch (oatmeal) for a few days to make sure all was well with the apple and now I am not sure what to do. I would love to hear from people who stalled or gained while making the transition but then still had success. Any idea of how long it might take to lose the 3 pounds I gained?

[Kimboroni]

It could take a few weeks for things to even out on the scale. It doesn't mean you're not losing bodyfat. The biggest mistake is probably weighing yourself so soon when you know that's a likely result of moving to p2!

And there could easily be other reasons for the weight gain/clothing fit issues-- it's not necessarily the apple's fault.

[shannypoo]

Maybe you are about to start your TOM?

[bec]

I know that TOM equated to 4 pounds this month, with no other changes in my diet! It has not been the greatest of cycles!

[autumn8297]

YEP, it was TOM! It didn't come at its usual time so it took me by surprise.

[bethy]

That's great Autumn! Don't let that scale jerk you around emotionally when you *know* you're on plan and moving in the right direction!