Should I be taking measurements?

Amanuebel

I've been at this for over a month now without seeing much of a loss on the scale. However, I noticed that when I flex my arms, I actually see a slight bulge where I didn't before. Should I start taking circumferences of arms, waist, thighs, hips, etc.? I really need that belly fat to go down...

Ready2Rock206

Yes, take some measurements! What's the worse that would happen?

dragon_girl26

Yes.

huntersmom2016

Absolutely take measurements!!! Just for the sheer fun of it! It was awesome the first time I was able to compare beginning measurements with current ones. The numbers on a scale are great, but they don't tell the whole story. Seeing your measurements change can be a huge motivator.

MynameisChester

I would encourage you too. Taking measurements, looking at the mirror, and a photo every 3 months or so has shown me better results than the scale ever did. Best of luck!

JAllen32

huntersmom2016 wrote: »

Absolutely take measurements!!! Just for the sheer fun of it! It was awesome the first time I was able to compare beginning measurements with current ones. The numbers on a scale are great, but they don't tell the whole story. Seeing your measurements change can be a huge motivator.

^^What she said. It's really important. And take pictures too. That's hard, I know. But you will be glad you did when you can look back and see your progress.

Dove0804

I only recently started taking measurements about 15 lbs ago, and wish I had my starting measurements. I felt it was great to have something else to look at besides the number on the scale to see progress. It's kind of magical in a way to see how much things have changed already!