If you can't do intense cardio due to an injury but still eat the same calories and lift weights will you gain weight?
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It is the cardio that burns calories, and lifting weights will build muscle, so yes you will gain weight.

However if you are of normal weight your appetite will probably adjust until you can get back to your cardio.

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