Harsh Reality

carol3412
carol3412 Posts: 4
in Motivation and Support
Hello...

I'm very new to this site (just starting week 4) but my daily routine includes hopping on the scale every morning. I realized this morning when my battery died on my scale and I couldn't weigh myself... I didn't know how I should be. Should I be happy? Sad? Discouraged? Pissed off? I just stood there staring at a flashing "Lo" on my scale. But the harsh reality of it was that it made me realize just how much I let the scale determine my mood for the day. Something I definitely need to change. Maybe I just won't change the battery?!?! :bigsmile:

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  • Lizzy622
    Lizzy622 Posts: 3,705 Member
    The scale should not dictate your mood. Just be happy every day. :happy:
  • AllOutof_Bubblegum
    AllOutof_Bubblegum Posts: 3,646 Member
    I would quit the scale. Don't buy new batteries for a month, and in that month work your butt off hard, so you can have a happy surprise when you weigh in in 30 days. :)
  • vjohn04
    vjohn04 Posts: 2,276 Member
    I know him.


    But really. Use a tape measure. Scales suck.
  • Cranquistador
    Cranquistador Posts: 39,744 Member
    Reality is Harsh.
  • Cliffslosinit
    Cliffslosinit Posts: 5,044 Member
    The purpose of a scale is to discourage and disappoint.
    Use measuring tape and a mirror.
    Like what you see then be happy!:flowerforyou:
  • skullshank
    skullshank Posts: 4,323 Member
    Reality is Harsh.

    Reality is Harsh is Hot
  • TheSlorax
    TheSlorax Posts: 2,401 Member
    You're in luck, he's looking for a new girlfriend!!!!

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1246436-i-need-a-new-girlfriend


    Good luck on your journey OP :flowerforyou:
  • CallMeCupcakeDammit
    CallMeCupcakeDammit Posts: 9,377 Member
    The purpose of a scale is to discourage and disappoint.
    Use measuring tape and a mirror.
    Like what you see then be happy!:flowerforyou:

    I like this! Yes. :flowerforyou:
  • silver_arrow3
    silver_arrow3 Posts: 1,373 Member
    I would quit the scale. Don't buy new batteries for a month, and in that month work your butt off hard, so you can have a happy surprise when you weigh in in 30 days. :)

    I agree with this. As a frequent battery purchaser, batteries get expensive after a while. Hold off if you have other, battery-less methods (such as a measuring tape).
  • Timshel_
    Timshel_ Posts: 22,834 Member
    You don't need a scale to even know you are in shape.
    You'll know and will see.
  • everforever8
    everforever8 Posts: 16 Member
    I have the same habit of hopping on the scale every single morning-even when I know that there are other factors for a slight 'gain' on the scale, I still end up feeling bad about it. I weighed myself this morning, and my goal is to NOT weigh in again until next Tuesday. I agree with others that the scale is important to know if I'm making progress, but at the same time, if I'm eating healthy and all that, then I should be able to see those results without it, seeing it will just take longer.
  • qtgonewild
    qtgonewild Posts: 1,930 Member
    i can't quit the scale. 8 months into it and i still weigh daily. i never let it ruin my mood though. ever.
  • cuinboston2014
    cuinboston2014 Posts: 848 Member
    Don't let the scale dictate your mood. I have, and will probably always, weigh in ritualistically every morning. However, I've learned it's just a number and not the end-all be-all and I hope to break my addiction (i'm workign on getting there).

    This morning I'm a pound up but I also feel great. I've just completed my first full week of workouts post surgery (so it was over 6 weeks I couldn't do more than walk and lift 10lbs) and so I feel strong and healthy. Screw the scale.

    I immediately took my measurements :) That's more fun
  • djs2303
    djs2303 Posts: 93 Member
    I weigh every Monday, just before my first gym session of the week, I do it Mondays so that I keep a check on what I eat and drink at the weekend, and also, so I know my goals for the week, If ive gained, I know I have to work extra hard that week ready for my weigh in the following Monday. I also look forward to weighing in, and, if ive had a loss that Monday, im in the gym thinking "i cant wait till net Monday" I find this both satisfying and also motivational.
  • Achrya
    Achrya Posts: 16,913 Member
    Is Tim here yet?
  • TheSlorax
    TheSlorax Posts: 2,401 Member
    Is Tim here yet?

    He's busy looking for my replacement
  • FlatTummyTrish
    FlatTummyTrish Posts: 88 Member
    This happened to me last year, I went on for a month without buying the batteries but I was relieved when I finally did. You should definitely have at least a week of not weighing yourself, it's always the water level that changes not the actual fat loss. Good luck :)
  • Achrya
    Achrya Posts: 16,913 Member
    Is Tim here yet?

    He's busy looking for my replacement

    Oh.


    You know there's this girl around here who kinda looks like you, except really dumb, which is something I hear dudes sometimes look for in a chick. Maybe someone should introduce them.
  • wheird
    wheird Posts: 7,963 Member
    Hey girl, I will always make you happy. :flowerforyou:
  • wheird
    wheird Posts: 7,963 Member
    Is Tim here yet?

    He's busy looking for my replacement

    Oh.


    You know there's this girl around here who kinda looks like you, except really dumb, which is something I hear dudes sometimes look for in a chick.

    I like the smart ones.
  • Achrya
    Achrya Posts: 16,913 Member
    Is Tim here yet?

    He's busy looking for my replacement

    Oh.


    You know there's this girl around here who kinda looks like you, except really dumb, which is something I hear dudes sometimes look for in a chick.

    I like the smart ones.

    Well scratch that girl then.
  • danasings
    danasings Posts: 8,218 Member
    Is Tim here yet?

    He's busy looking for my replacement

    Oh.


    You know there's this girl around here who kinda looks like you, except really dumb, which is something I hear dudes sometimes look for in a chick.

    I like the smart ones.

    Then keep the one you have. Smart and freaking adorable much harder to find.
  • LVCeltGirl
    LVCeltGirl Posts: 473
    Don't let the scale dictate your mood. I have, and will probably always, weigh in ritualistically every morning. However, I've learned it's just a number and not the end-all be-all and I hope to break my addiction (i'm workign on getting there).

    This morning I'm a pound up but I also feel great. I've just completed my first full week of workouts post surgery (so it was over 6 weeks I couldn't do more than walk and lift 10lbs) and so I feel strong and healthy. Screw the scale.

    I immediately took my measurements :) That's more fun

    This is me too except that I've got another 3 weeks before I can do more than cardio and lift more than 10 lbs (chomping at the bit to get back to full workouts). I weigh every morning and am attempting to break the habit. I never let it dictate my mood because there are other things to prove that what I'm doing is working (how clothes fit, measurements, etc) and the scale does fluctuate too much.

    I like the idea of not replacing the batteries for 30 days and working it (so log, workout etc).
  • Achrya
    Achrya Posts: 16,913 Member
    Is Tim here yet?

    He's busy looking for my replacement

    Oh.


    You know there's this girl around here who kinda looks like you, except really dumb, which is something I hear dudes sometimes look for in a chick.

    I like the smart ones.

    Then keep the one you have. Smart and freaking adorable much harder to find.

    She's not wrong.

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