Are you obsessed with weighing yourself every single day? I can relate—I used to do the same. For the longest time, I relied on the scale to measure my progress, believing that as long as the number decreased, I was on the right track. Looking back, I realize this constant weighing was counterproductive and messed with my mind. Seeing the number go down made me excited, thinking I was getting thinner, while an increase left me depressed, thinking I was getting fatter. However, our bodies are not just made of fat; they also consist of water, bones, and muscles, which all contribute to our body weight. Understanding Body Weight Components Water Weight: Water makes up 50-60% of our body weight and can cause daily fluctuations of 2-4 lbs. So, daily changes in your weight are likely due to variations in water levels. Bone Weight: Weight loss can also mean bone loss. Studies show that dieters who only cut calories without exercising can lose bone mass. Bones are constantly rebu
Are you obsessed with weighing yourself every single day? I can relate—I used to do the same. For the longest time, I relied on the scale to measure my progress, believing that as long as the number decreased, I was on the right track. Looking back, I realize this constant weighing was counterproductive and messed with my mind. Seeing the number go down made me excited, thinking I was getting thinner, while an increase left me depressed, thinking I was getting fatter. However, our bodies are not just made of fat; they also consist of water, bones, and muscles, which all contribute to our body weight. Understanding Body Weight Components Water Weight: Water makes up 50-60% of our body weight and can cause daily fluctuations of 2-4 lbs. So, daily changes in your weight are likely due to variations in water levels. Bone Weight: Weight loss can also mean bone loss. Studies show that dieters who only cut calories without exercising can lose bone mass. Bones are constantly rebu
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