New Rules of Lifting For Women (NROL4W)

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marieann82
marieann82 Posts: 150 Member
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to remind me that the weight on scale doesn't matter as much as how your body changes-especially for the times when we lift and gain and feel frustrated because that scale will not move! And also why measurements and photographs are a better way to keep track of progress.

http://www.fitocracy.com/knowledge/why-weight-loss-is-not-the-king-of-achievements/
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  • macchiatto
    macchiatto Posts: 2,890 Member
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    Those are inspiring!

    I definitely wouldn't mind gaining some weight if it's muscle. I really do care far more about how I feel and look, my health, strength and fitness, than the number on the scale.
  • beautifulwarrior18
    beautifulwarrior18 Posts: 914 Member
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    Thanks! Those articles were fantastic!!!
  • sunshinelively
    sunshinelively Posts: 249 Member
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    Bump for mental reminder - thanks!
  • psych101
    psych101 Posts: 1,842 Member
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    wow - they are amazing!! love it! :flowerforyou:
  • codycsweet
    codycsweet Posts: 1,019 Member
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    Thanks for the visual as to why the scale isn't a measurement of success.
  • ChasingMyBliss
    ChasingMyBliss Posts: 803 Member
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    I really needed to see this! It is hard for me to work so hard to try to lose fat, and end up seeing the scale go up. I am dedicated about my time in the gym and with my diet. I just want so badly to feel like I am moving in the right direction. I will have to start focusing on the visual changes, and less on the scale numbers.
  • Julieboolieaz
    Julieboolieaz Posts: 643 Member
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    So encouraged! Thank you!! I just did my before/after stage 1 pics and was encouraged too-no scale loss, but noticeable change...but these are amazing!

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