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I lose inches without losing weight. is that normal? i am heavier than i look, does it matter?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

That's probably good: If you are working out that is actually great!. It means that you may be replacing fat with muscle. Increased muscle burns calories & increases metabolic rate. Keep it up!

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 8/10/2013

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