Lifting weightscan be an excellent way to slim down while getting toned.

Today, we’re here to explain why you’restrength trainingbut notlosing weight.

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“This isn’t necessarily the case.

The scale weight that you see is made up of all types of mass in your body.

Another culprit that’s keeping the scale from moving in a favorable direction?

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Muscle gainwhich is certainly not a bad thing!

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