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Why Do You Retain Water After Exercise?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Christie Carlson

Water retention after exercise is a common issue, particularly among those who are beginning a new exercise program. There are all sorts of reasons your body could be holding extra water after you work out.

Christie Carlson began writing professionally in 2010. She has spent time coaching in the Boise State University and Oregon State University strength and conditioning departments. She is a certified strength and conditioning specialist, USA weightlifting certified and a certified personal trainer. She holds a Bachelor of Science in human biology and a Master of Science in kinesiology from Boise State University.