Measurements may help get us through slow downs in weight loss

The day before my surgery, I took several body measurements. After many tried and failed weight loss attempts, I have learned that sometimes the scale is not always the best way to keep encouraged. When I look at the fact that I have lost over 9 inches off my waist and hips, it helps me stay on track. I have lost 71 pounds, and that helps, too.

You go Joyce. I take my measurement's once a month. I have a big smile on my face! God bless you, Annette

Congratulations on your weight loss and inches lost . I too have slowed down, in fact the scale has not moved in over 2 weeks. I have been exercising alot more lately though so I hope I am losing inches this month. Marnie

i also took measurements b4 surgery and every month since. i have lost a total of 68.5 inches in 3.5 months. my shoes have even went down a size. it does help to know ur losing something when the scale doesnt move. i lost more inches at first than lbs so it im really glad i measured!!! lisa