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A Reminder That the Scale Is Not Everything for Weight Loss Progress

This article recounts the weight loss journey of a female Reddit user who reminds everyone that taking photos is important because the scale doesn't always tell the whole story.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'10" female showing a weight reduction from 180 pounds to 175 pounds. A respectable loss of 5 pounds.
F/22/5’10 [180<175 = -5lbs] just a reminder the scale doesn’t always tells the whole story. Always take pics!
Originally posted on /r/progresspics

Introduction

Reddit user uniqueusername112 posted her progress on the subreddit r/loseit. She started her journey when she weighed 180 pounds and now weighs 175 pounds. What makes her story unique is how she reminded everyone that weight loss progress should not be based solely on the reading on the scale.

The Importance of Taking Photos

Throughout her journey, the user learned that taking photos can be more telling than any number on the scale. She mentioned in one of her posts how when she started losing weight, her stomach area was bloated from a recent vacation. Despite losing weight, she wasn't seeing any difference in her waistline, which was discouraging. However, after taking comparison photos, she saw that she had indeed made progress, even if the scale wasn't showing it.

Weight Loss Goals

When asked about her weight loss goals, the user mentioned that she would like to be in the low 160s. This is a healthy weight range for someone who is 5'10". It's important to have realistic goals that are achievable over a longer period of time, rather than expecting fast results and causing harm to one's health.

The Scale's Role in Weight Loss

While the scale can be helpful in tracking progress, it shouldn't be solely relied on. Our bodies are complex and weight can fluctuate due to a variety of factors such as water retention, muscle gain, and hormonal changes. Monitoring progress through multiple methods, including how clothes fit and body measurements, can give a more accurate picture of weight loss progress.

Conclusion

The weight loss journey can be challenging, both physically and mentally. It's important to remember that progress isn't always linear and that changes may not be immediately apparent. However, taking photos and tracking progress through multiple methods can make a big difference in staying motivated and seeing progress over time. It's important to focus on long-term, sustainable changes, rather than quick fixes.

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Madeleine Smith

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Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.