Track Progress, Not Weight
Working towards a body composition goal but the scale won’t budge? Despite popular belief, “weight loss” and “fat loss” are not always synonymous – so don’t get discouraged!
It’s very normal for body weight to fluctuate by 1-3 kg on a daily basis due to water, hormones, medications, salt intake, inflammation, bowel movement, carbohydrate intake etc.
So, if weight isn’t the most reliable progress indicator, what should you be paying attention to? Below are some tell-tale signs that you’re making amazing progress despite whatever the number on the scales is telling you!
*Your performance is improving
*Your energy levels are increasing
*You’re developing good habits
*You’re feeling healthier
Remember, what you see on the scales during your health journey should never determine the way you feel about yourself, and this number is just one piece of data in a much broader picture.
We encourage everyone, regardless of your starting point, to trust the process and shift some of the focus toward the other amazing measures of progress discussed in this article that aren’t related to your physique or the scale.
Celebrate every win along the way, no matter how big or small, stay consistent, and you will both reach your goals and be proud of yourself as you progress in your own health journey.
