expected weight gain for beginner?

Heidi said:

[snip]I've lost 45 lbs. I feel GREAT.
Two months ago I began a basic full
body lifting routine, 3 days a week with
free weights in my home. [snip]
how much weight (muscle) gain can a newbie
expect and for how long? I'm sure there
are a lot of variables, but I'd love to hear
how this went for some of you folks.

Congratulations on the 45 lbs. lost, Heidi.

I'm glad you noted the variables factor. I doubt that anyone can
accurately predict what will happen to you, but how this went for me
was:

Newbie, age 15 and 150 lbs. I started with low bodyfat and have
maintained that courtesy of luck, fate, good genes and/or proper diet.
The most I've ever weighed has been 180 lbs. at age 25. That was as a
result of heavy lifting and force feeding. So, yeah, hello from the
ectomorph's world.

Muscle takes up less space than fat, so I'd recommend ditching the
scales and continuing to pay more attention to your tape measure and
mirror. Best of luck with your training!

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