I can't believe how quickly lifting weights has an effect. I've got one of those scales that also measures body fat percentage, and although I'm sure it's not very accurate in absolute terms, it is useful to track changes over time. I was measuring in the 16% range up until about a year ago when tendinitis in my elbow forced me to quit the weights. Since then my percentage has been 17-18%. I once again started lifting two weeks ago and tonight I'm back in the 16's for the first time in over a year (my weight has been the same for many years now).
I just hope I can continue lifting without my usual injuries appearing: pinched nerve in neck, tendinitis in elbow or wrist, etc.
I just hope I can continue lifting without my usual injuries appearing: pinched nerve in neck, tendinitis in elbow or wrist, etc.