10 Common Mistakes You Might Be Making Before Weighing Yourself

You are weighing yourself on many different scales

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It’s common for there to be up to a 5-pound difference depending on the scale that is used, so don’t let their differing numbers drive you crazy! Instead, stick to one scale and weigh yourself on it consistently.

Your scale has moved spots since your last weigh-in

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Have you recently moved your scale from your carpeted bedroom to your tiled bathroom? If so, the device may be giving you completely different readings depending on the surface on which it sits. Again, consistency is key — keep the scale on a flat, hard surface!

Your “red tide” is due any day now

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Did you know that a woman’s weight can fluctuate up to 10 POUNDS when she is menstruating? Our advice? Give yourself a break and don’t weigh yourself during “that time of the month!”

You have just completed a strenuous workout

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A weigh-in after a workout might make sense for a fighter attempting to cut weight fast before an official weigh-in, but it doesn’t make sense for anyone else. More often than not, it will give you a reading that’s up to a couple of pounds lower than your average weight.

You are stressing about the number on the scale

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Why would you put yourself through emotional torture just to find out if you lost or gained a couple of LBS? In our opinion, it’s not worth it –especially if you have been working on strength training. We all know that muscle weighs more than fat, so if you feel strong and look great, stay away from that scale.

You are healthy and happy

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Look, unless your doc prescribes it, there’s really no medical reason to weigh yourself weekly. If you work out regularly, eat right, and are generally happy, you don’t need to add unnecessary stress with that scale.