Do you instantly freak out when you see the number on the scale go up?
Guess what…the scale can fluctuate daily
This can be anywhere from 1-5lbs – sometimes even more.
Many of us focus too much on the scale weight when working towards our fitness goals, especially when trying to lose body fat.
Start using the scale as data rather than something that controls your life and determines how you feel about yourself.
What causes this fluctuation to happen?
-Stress
-Poor Sleep
-Digestion issues
-Not drinking enough water
-You ate your last meal later than normal
-You’re constipated
-You are traveling
-You consumed alcohol
-You had an intense workout or cardio session
-You had a meal higher in sodium
-Weighted yourself at a different time
-Hormonal fluctuations
-And so much more!!!
These fluctuations are completely NORMAL
I used to wake up every morning, go to the bathroom, strip off my clothes and weigh myself. I relied on that number and it ruled whether I would have a good or bad day.
I gave the scale way too much power!
Take a minute to absorb that last sentence. Sit there a minute and before you become frustrated with the progress based on the number you see each day on the scale, consider these factors:
*How are you ACTUALLY feeling?
*How are your clothes fitting?
*Are you cheating less and enjoying REAL food more?
*Are you getting stronger?
*Do you feel more confidence?
*Are you waking up easier? Have more energy throughout the day?
These are some great examples of NON-SCALE VICTORIES that are far more important and much more indicative of long-term success.
Now I use the scale as a tool and use non-scale victories to determine how successful my program is.
These wins all add up over time and translate to a huge lifestyle transformation!
