@countrygurl32 I have also gone up in clothing sizes as I have incorporated (heavy) lifting into my regime, but it's because my butt is bigger (I do not see this as a bad thing.....!) and my back is a little wider with more muscles. My waist, however, is smaller, and my stomach is flatter. My core is remarkably strong now (I'll never have a six-pack, just not in my genetics, but I'm happy with where I'm at versus where I was), and my overall cardio health has improved so much since I started lifting -- I notice this when I do long hikes and trail running -- it's so much easier for me now. To me, this means my body is stronger and working more efficiently. Fuck the scale and the clothing sizes -- all those numbers are garbage. Eat healthy & high in protein, lift well, you'll be happy.