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06 December 2010

I can always use a reminder about Weigh In's/Measurement, so if this help's anyone else out there- Bonus!

WEIGH INS:
When???
* Ideally in the morning- before you eat or drink. If not, then same time each day.
* Women, delay weighing yourself until after the period- it is normal to slightly gain at this time
* Do not weigh after exercising- it's useless- you may be heavier or lighter due to changes in water content
* If you weigh at night, you are also weighing any food or drink you have consumed during the day

How Often???
* Ideally once a week, at same time of day.
* Weight fluctuates during the month- especially for women. BE PATIENT! Remember REAL WEIGHT LOSS- loss of fat rather than water- OCCURS SLOWLY, if you are following recommendations for a healthy weight loss.
* Your average weekly loss rate (1.0-1.5 pounds) will be detectable only if you weigh in every two weeks.
DON'T GET DISCOURAGED BY SHORT-TERM FLUCTUATIONS!

How???
* Use the same scale each time. Wear the same type, amount of clothing.
* Choose accurate and reliable scales
* Do not put on an uneven or soft surface, such as carpet.

What if the Scale Indicates a Weight Gain???
* You may be weighing extra water. You may have consumed more salt than usual- and your body will naturally retain some water due to extra sodium intake.
* If you've been working out- you may have gained muscle. Muscle is denser than fat. Extra muscle will burn off fat in the longer term.
TAKE MEASUREMENTS!
* Constipation can cause weight gain- add fiber to your diet and re-weigh in a few days.
* If you have been too enthusiastic about pastry and soda, then it may be real weight gain. KEEP TO YOUR DIET AND BE PATIENT!!

Measurements are an excellent way to keep track of your changing shape as you get fitter! Body weight by itself is not. When you burn fat and increase your muscle mass, you may weigh a bit more even though your body is getting tighter and smaller.

06 December 2010

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