"Typically with weight training alone, the fat loss is equal to the muscle gain, give or take a few pounds. Certain dietary modification can have much greater impact on fat loss than with weight training alone. The ideal program for fat loss would include the combination of proper diet, weight training, and cardio exercise. " I was just reading this and I thought that I would share! It feels good to be on the right track doing all 3 components of permanent weight loss!