The Pros And Cons Of Weighing Yourself Every Day

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Knowing your weight is very important if you’re trying to lose or gain weight, or you simply want to stay in shape. However, the scale is not the only way to measure health and checking your weight too often can sometimes be bad. Here are some cons and pros of weighing yourself on a daily basis.

Pros

The scale can be your best friend if you’re trying to lose or gain weight, because it’s the easiest way to keep track of your weight and progress. Weighing yourself first thing in the morning can also be very beneficial for some people because it can motivate them to stick to their diet plan and healthy habits.

Cons

Despite the fact that they can be very useful for tracking your weight, the scale is not necessarily the best measure of our health, fitness progress or habits. Once you start weighing yourself on a daily basis, you’ll realize that the weight can shift very quickly and it can fluctuate by up to five to six pounds pretty quickly. This can happen for a variety of reasons such as hormones or fluid retention, even if you’re eating a healthy diet and exercising on a regular basis.

That being said, many people feel discouraged after seeing higher numbers on the scale. Even if we’re doing our best to stay in shape, these numbers can impact our mood and even lead to anxiety. If weighing yourself on a daily basis is making you feel bad and not leading to any actual progress, than it may be best to stop this habit and check your weight only once in a week.