Say sayonara to the scale

How are you doing on your healthy habits? Is there a week that you are still stuck on? Reach out to me if you're struggling and need help. Don't worry if you aren't ready to move on to this week's habit. Stick with the habit that you really need to keep working on until it becomes a habit. 
 

This week I want to talk about weighing yourself and why stopping...can be so beneficial for your health. 

(Note: Remember that these healthy habits are based on what you think is healthy and not everyone will agree or need this healthy habit.)

Is stepping onto the scale a part of your morning routine? Yes, I think that IF you are going to weigh yourself that you should do so at the same time every day so first thing when you get up, before you have eaten or had anything to drink, is the best time to do so. This will help with the accuracy of your tracking because our bodies fluctuate in weight throughout the day and from a day-to-day basis...women more so than men.

For so many, the scale is a source of stress and self-loathing. 

If you love weighing yourself daily (or weekly) then keep doing so..but if you get stressed out, frustrated, angry, or want to just give up, every time you step on that scale, then it's time to stop. 

Weighing yourself too much can lead to emotional and binge eating. Plus, that number on the scale doesn't determine what your body composition is...meaning that two people can weigh the exact same number and be the exact same height, but look completely different.

Health Benefits of Ditching the Scale:

• When you stop weighing yourself you start to change the way you see yourself. Instead of judging food or fitness choices against a number on the scale, you will start to notice other cues your body gives you, including hunger, musculoskeletal comfort, and energy levels.
• You will have a certain weight lifted off your shoulders. Too many of us let the scale burden us and stress us out.
• You will be able to focus on the good things you are doing and forget about the number.
• It can help you overcome eating disorders, low self-esteem & lack of confidence 

Stepping off the scale isn't for everyone. After giving it a genuine try, you might decide the change just doesn't work for your health and well-being. If you on't feel stressed out about stepping on the scale and it actually helps you maintain your weight loss then by all means....continue to use the scale. Just keep an eye on how you feel when you do step on the scale and don't let it effect on your emotions and your health in a negative way.

Reply to this email or post in our Facebook group with any questions you have and I will gladly help.

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