The scale is useful, but it measures only one thing: your total body weight, water, digestion and all. Sometimes you're losing fat and the number barely moves. That's why it pays to track other signs.
Four signs worth as much as the number
- Waist: measure with a tape at belly-button level, always the same way, every two weeks.
- Reference outfit: pick a pair of pants that's tight today and try them on every two weeks.
- Photos: front and side, same light and same clothes, once a month.
- How you feel: breath on the stairs, afternoon energy, sleep quality.
When the scale stalls and the waist shrinks
This happens a lot, especially if you started strength training. Your body may be trading a little fat for muscle and recovery water. If your waist and clothes are changing, the plan is working.
When nothing moves
If weight, waist and clothes have stayed the same for three weeks, then it's time to look closely at your log and make a small adjustment.
In BoraThe weigh-in is weekly, and the curve compares your weight with the promised pace. You can track measurements and photos alongside it, your way.
This content is for information only and doesn't replace advice from a doctor or dietitian.
