Any Scale Recommendations ?

jennybaby89

Okay. I need a new scale. I have this cheap-o scale that goes up to 300 lbs and simply gives you a number. That's fine and dandy, but I have a few issues.

One. My husband is over 300lbs.

Two. I weight lift, so I want to see if I'm gaining muscle on the weeks my weight goes up, despite eating well within my ranges and hitting the gym!

Three. I honestly don't know how accurate it is. I can step on the scale 3 times in half an hour and get three different weights.

Four. It doesn't track your weight loss.

So, I am thinking about buying a new scale. One that measures body fat, water, etc and keeps track of your numbers. I found a few that will keep track of up to 4 people and they measure up to 400lbs... but I don't want to be stuck with a crappy scale again. Anyone have a recommendation?

Shell_7609

The fitbit Aria sounds like a good one

jennybaby89

I've heard of it. I love the concept, but I dunno if I want to spend $130 on a scale. I've seen similar ones for $50, but dunno how good they are.

Huffdogg

just throw the scale away and use bf calipers and a tape measure.

MaryBowen27

I have this one.
http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=351340&catid=183334&aid=338666&aparam=351340

It does give you info on % of muscle, fat, how much weight in fat etc. I'm not sure if it goes over 300, but I have had it for over a year and really like it.

Of course it's not going to be 100% accurate on muscle mass and stuff, but a combo of this and calipers would be a great way to monitor your progress.

MaryBowen27

I have this one.
http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=351340&catid=183334&aid=338666&aparam=351340

It does give you info on % of muscle, fat, how much weight in fat etc. I'm not sure if it goes over 300, but I have had it for over a year and really like it.

Of course it's not going to be 100% accurate on muscle mass and stuff, but a combo of this and calipers would be a great way to monitor your progress.

Actually I just read the description, 400 lb capacity. You can also set different users (up to 4) so you and your husband can each have your info stored. It asks you for your height and age as well to be more accurate with body %.

MariDavidson

I've had this one for three years now and it's been great!

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Health-o-meter-Silver-Body-Fat-Monitoring-Scale/10264537#Item+Description