How many times have you stepped on the scale, only to have it ruin your entire day? One number suddenly determines your mood, your confidence, and even what you eat. But here’s the truth, the scale isn’t telling you the full story.
That number doesn’t reflect how strong you’ve gotten, how much energy you have, or how well your body is functioning. It doesn’t measure better sleep, balanced hormones, or the fact that your jeans are fitting better even if the number hasn’t budged.
I learned this firsthand when I started the FASTer Way. At the end of my first six weeks, the scale told me I had only lost four pounds. But my before-and-after pictures told a completely different story. My body composition had changed so much that I looked like I had lost way more. That was the moment I realized the scale wasn’t the best way to track progress...how I felt and how my clothes fit were much better indicators.
So what if you shifted your focus?
- Instead of tracking your weight, track your energy levels.
- Instead of obsessing over a number, notice how your workouts are improving.
- Instead of letting the scale dictate your day, tune into how you feel.
Real progress is about more than weight. It’s about building a body and lifestyle you feel good in. And when you start measuring success differently, you’ll realize just how far you’ve come.
