
When weight loss is on your mind, it can seem counterintuitive not
You Will Learn to Embrace Your Body
Without the scale “judging”
You Will Refocus On New Ways To Track Progress
If you find it difficult to quit stepping on the scale and weighing yourself, replace this habit with something new. Your waistline or pants size is one great way to see your progress. Or, consider recording your habits, such as writing down every time you workout. One of the best ways to track your progress is focusing on strength or endurance. Like a scale, this is easy to track with numbers and is very rewarding to see. Note the weight you used and
You Will Focus On Fat, Not Weight
If your goal is weight loss, the most important aspect is not actually the weight itself, but the fat. As you are able to burn more fat, the weight will come with it. By avoiding using a scale, you will notice the physical changes, rather than getting caught up with a number that could be caused by a variety of factors.

You Will Not Be Discouraged by Gaining Muscle Mass
As you continue your workouts, you will gain strength and inevitably, muscle. Muscle is more dense and compact than
You Will Not Be Distracted by Daily Weight Inconsistencies
After discovering these benefits, consider taking a break from the scale. You do not have to permanently give up using the scale, just cut back. First, try weighing yourself once a week. Then, try once per month. By giving yourself a longer period of time, you will notice that the number is not affected by daily fluctuations, like how much water you drank or recently eating a meal. Increasing the time between weighing yourself also takes your mind off of focus on the numbers and allows you to refocus your attention towards celebrating your accomplishments, like a new personal record. Give it a try and see what you think!