running weight loss.?

01.20.09

I usually run 9-10 miles outside 4 times a week then use the elliptical at the gym 2 times a week for a hour.
for the past month I've been running on the treadmill due to weather and knee issues. But only for a hour a total of 7 miles about 5 times a week. I use the 10k setting so the incline changes throughout the workout.
Whats odd is that my weight suddenly dropped 10 pounds. I'm not complaining but I actually thought I'd gain weight from reducing milage.
I haven't changed my diet either.
I was wondering if anyone might have an idea why I wouldn't lose weight at a higher milage?

Since it's winter and it's cold out, you could be drinking much less water and dehydrating yourself. Then, you run these distances with little water in your body, you drink a little, and you stay dehydrated. 10 pounds of water could easily come from that.

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4 Responses to “running weight loss.?”

  1. klawster says on January 21st, 2009 at 1:33 am :

    ask your DR.
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  2. love.for life. says on January 21st, 2009 at 1:41 am :

    because you are gaining muscle when working out so muscle weighs more than fat
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  3. lestermount says on January 21st, 2009 at 2:09 am :

    To lose weight you must burn 3500 more calories than you consume for each pound.
    So if you are sure you are still eating the same food and your exercise is less than before there is no logical reason for you to lose any weight let alone 10 pounds.
    Make sure because sometimes unexplained weight loss is a sign of illness or disease.
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  4. davion2308 says on January 21st, 2009 at 2:40 am :

    Since it's winter and it's cold out, you could be drinking much less water and dehydrating yourself. Then, you run these distances with little water in your body, you drink a little, and you stay dehydrated. 10 pounds of water could easily come from that.
    References :

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