No, sweat does not add weight; it temporarily decreases weight.
Here's a breakdown of why:
- Sweat is primarily water: Sweat is mostly composed of water, along with small amounts of electrolytes (like sodium and potassium).
- Water loss leads to weight loss: When you sweat, you are essentially losing water that was stored in your body. This loss of water translates to a temporary decrease in your overall body weight. This is often referred to as "water weight" loss.
Think of it like this: your body stores water. When you sweat, that stored water is released. Releasing that water reduces the amount of water, and therefore the weight, your body carries.
Important Note: This weight loss is temporary. Once you rehydrate by drinking fluids, your body will replenish the lost water, and your weight will return to its previous level.
