Weighing

lucysp19
lucysp19 Posts: 2 Member
edited December 18 in Fitness and Exercise
Can it really fluctuate 1lb or more by weighing yourself at different times of the day? When is the ideal time to weigh-in to make sure that it is an accurate representation of your weight?

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  • JamSyl228
    JamSyl228 Posts: 1
    Hey hey....weigh yourself first thing in the morning after you use the bathroom-sometimes I fluctuate 3 pounds or so just by breakfast and some water. My weight changes like crazy.
  • lizard053
    lizard053 Posts: 2,344 Member
    Yup. I can gain up to 5 pounds in a day! Between all the water I drink and food, I'm always heavier at night. I always weigh in the morning before eating or drinking but after using the bathroom. Lowest weight I'll have all day!
  • Ckiers
    Ckiers Posts: 31 Member
    I agree with PP. Weighing in the morning after going to the bathroom is best
  • 3dogsrunning
    3dogsrunning Posts: 27,167 Member
    Can it really fluctuate 1lb or more by weighing yourself at different times of the day? When is the ideal time to weigh-in to make sure that it is an accurate representation of your weight?

    I can fluctuate up to 5lbs in one day.

    It is best to do it the same time everyday. A lot of people do it first thing in the morning, after going to the bathroom. That way your stomach is likely empty.
  • 3dogsrunning
    3dogsrunning Posts: 27,167 Member
    Before you get too wrapped up in scale weight, check out this topic
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/350212--why-scales-lie?hl=why+scales+lie&page=1#posts-4730712
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