Post-big ride weight gain

[Jiffer]

I experienced the very same horrific result after having 4 days of 40th birthday celebrations. Every time I went to a restaurant, someone put a free dessert in front of me with a candle! Not to mention, I just simply ate too much at every meal, cause we were out of town during part of it.

Okay, I know it doesn't compare to what you're saying, but I DID gain 4 or 5 lbs! The good news is, I have since lost it and YOU WILL TOO!!!

(Hey, if you haven't checked lately, go read your post about your San Marcos saddle in the saddles thread. I posted a question there for you.)

[Norse]

I don't weigh myself the day after a big ride or tour anymore, because it is disheartening to see I actually gained a couple of pounds. I attribute it to water retention but who knows. I will check my weight a couple of days later because, happily, I have usually dropped 2-4 lbs from my pre-ride weight. I read somewhere that after big exertions, your body's metabolism is higher for several days after. So, my theory is that the my body keeps burning through the fat stores for a few days and that's why, even though I eat the same, the loss shows up later.

Disclaimer: I am not a scientist or nutritionist nor do I claim to be either! How's that for grammar?

[Biciclista]

my DH & I both try to weigh ourselves after a big hard ride; it helps monitor dehydration (or drinking too much liquids !)