Hey guys, quick question. I've been trying to stay with my workouts and been making some progress.

Can someone tell me why I look heavier (not as lean) after running? I can understand after weightlifting. The muscles are inflamed and swollen under fat after lifting but why after running between 2 and 3 miles? I'm 6'4" 239 lbs and low to mid 20s in body fat percentage. The only thing I can think of is that I may be slouching after running because I'm tired and therefore look fatter.

Any thoughts?

honestly, I can't give you an answere, but I have noticed that too. after hitting the weights, I do feel I look a lot better (muscle definition). but after cardio, I totally feel flabby and bloated. weird s*** isnt it.

I don't really know. However, I would suspect it has something to do with depleted muscle gycogen as well as your fat and skin looking more saggy from bouncing around so much.