How to Measure Success Without the Scale

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SAWIETY — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 12:36:34 GMT

I need to remember this! This makes sense. I have gotten stronger, can do the full 20 minutes of cardio and have noticed subtle changes. But, I'm so impatient!!

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MaxOMalley — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 21:34:39 GMT

I was happy to read this today because, after losing 17 pounds in 7 weeks, over the last 2 weeks i've GAINED 2 pounds. I'm really depressed about it because I don't feel I'm doing anything differently. In fact, my strength and cardio continues to improve. I like the idea of not using a scale, but I'm addicted to it and don't trust myself to use body fat calipers accurately and consistently. Is there a reliable way to measure fat electronically? Thank you.

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jmhosey — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 22:00:45 GMT

The scale is a lair and can really cause depression to set in quickly. Depression will cause a defeatest attitude and usually ends in giving up. I have long forgotten the scale and now measure success on how well I feel and how those old jeans in the closet, that I have not worn in over a year, are now fitting me again. Not there yet, but the goal is in sight every day!!!

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Babie101 — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:54:19 GMT

Great advice! Thank you!

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Clairee — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 02:52:28 GMT

Thanks for the comments. I am in week four but really feel like I am still finding my way through the program. I am a little dissappointed by the scale but I feel so much better overall that I am going to keep with the program. I have more energy than I've had in a very long time.

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Work-Of-Art — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 15:03:26 GMT

Thanks for the 411 and putting it into a little better perspective today. Today I was suppose to have a weigh in with some friends of mine who are holding their own sideline competition. I have an impediance body fat bathroom scale and have some questions about fat loss fluctuations. Could you explain why a person may have a fat loss fluctuation and how that can happen?

Thanks for the post.

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TanyaD — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 02:16:25 GMT

I really needed to read this today. I am one of those "scale obsessed" people. I'm only 3 weeks into the challenge and feeling frustrated with the scale numbers. I am however, noticing the change in some of my clothes and getting compliments on me starting to slim out. I'll be focusing on my pictures, how my clothes feel, and my monthly measurements.

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trmg — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 16:13:26 GMT

SO glad I found this article. Right before I read this, I was talking to my friend complaining that I'm not seeing the weight loss progress and much as I would expect and how maybe I should try to consume less carbs.

Then I came across this and it set me straight.

After I finished reading it, I went and got my belt and noticed that I was down 1 more belt size from what I have been originally using!

Progress photos are extremely important, but little things like this can help you get the "extra boost" you need when you're running into motivational issues.

Great post and thank you SO much!

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superman63 — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 15:25:47 GMT

What a great and true statement...I have, long ago, converted to using clothing (belt) to measure my success...I also use the Fat Tracker for skin fold measurements....I had bought some scales that where pretty accurate on the weight, fat and water, until I had my knee replaced and hip replaced...Now it is so far off I have to rely on other methods....John

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sherbert — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 08:49:32 GMT

I agree with the measure your progress without using the scale. Measuring fat is truly the best method .

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Firewalker — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:15:09 GMT

Great advice on everything. Thanks!