Scales not showing progress

I have had a few times when my charts have plateaued, for no apparent reason even though I am eating sensibly and exercising well. Once I went around 3 or 4 weeks at the same weight then dropped 3lb the next week. It definitely isn't linear with me. The long term trend is the important thing, though it can get a bit disheartening, I agree.

body fat % and inches. if you track those measures I am willing to bet you'll see the progress there even if it doesn't show on the scale.

Dont forget, weight loss is down to you and your honestly. Dont blame the scales.

I am honest, 100%. Which is why I asked the question.

I shall plod on, see what happens. I'm happy with the way I look, but the scales are not my friends sometimes. I've tried on a new dress I ordered in the sales, UK 14. It looked fab and is 2 sizes smaller than this time last year.

So often people arent. The main thing preventing weight loss is people dont record things properly, treat things such as sauces, pinches of things, etc as an insignificance and this is the reason why.

It is never the fault of the scales or any other third party.

:huh:

OP, the scale is a dirty, stinking liar and you shouldn't pay attention to it. Don't think that just because you've gained a couple of lb that means you are doing something wrong, because a lot of the time, you aren't.

Chances are your body is simply adjusting to your new exercise routine and your muscles are retaining water. I gained scale weight when I did 30DS too. It didn't stay on for long, but I have a lot to lose.

Your clothes and measurements are a far more accurate way to measure success.

Measure yourself with a tape measure. Log the results here on MFP. If you are exercising you may be increasing muscle mass, which makes you leaner (=thinner), but weigh more. I have the same thing. Especially when I started lifting. Hang in there.

Sore muscles will retain water, this can sometimes mask weight loss.

it is possible that you are not eating enough calories for your amount of working out and your body may actually be storing all the food you are eating...change up your intake number a little not a lot but add lots of fresh veggies for snacks 2-3 times a day...and also try drinking some caffeine free peppermint tea (I use hot tea) it works on the stomach and keeps it more normal to help the acids break your food down....these tricks helped me when my scale went the wrong direction...I went from 1450 calories to 1500 and went from gaining to losing again...but add veggies not just food....good luck!!!

There is a huge difference between losing weight and getting a healthier body.

I am adding another voice saying check your measurements, you may be losing fat but gaining muscle.

and muscle weighs more than fat.

Keep eating and keep exercising with a mix of cardio and weights, you will feel and look so much better

I'm thinking of weighing myself once a month rather than daily as I do now. I find the scales demoralising. Once a week easily leads me to slipping back, but 4 weeks is long enough to show a general trend and stops me obsessing. I will take my measurements though, after all being toned and slim is more important than the number on the scale. I shall weigh myself on the first of the month, then take the batteries out of the scales.

Measure and weight yourself once a week (no more often) on the same day and at the same time. Do it is the morning, it will be the most accurate at that time. Two weeks might not be enough time to notice a big change in weight, but you may notice your clothes fitting just a bit better. Keep at it and you will achieve the results you want!