How Do You Measure Up?

It is absolutely frustrating when you are working out so hard and the scale doesn't move. This causes many to give up and stop with their fitness program.

MEASURING SUCCESS HAS TO BE MORE THAN WATCHING THE SCALE MOVE!!!!!

I learned early not to judge my success by the scale. When I first started working out, I worked out like crazy and the scale didn't move. This became frustrating. A friend suggested I take my measurements.  Oh My Gosh! I had lost tons of inches. I was gaining muscle mass. Muscles weigh more than fat.  The scale wasn't moving because of this reason.  I've since learned it is easy for me to build muscles.  I took a weight lifting class in high school.  Muscle memory is what causes me to tone up faster than others.  This revelation has become vital to my journey.  Taking my measurements along with trying on clothes help keep me motivated on my journey. 

Go to Wal-Mart or Target to buy a measuring tape. It will be your best friend. MyFitnessPal is a great tool to use to log your measurements. The application lets you generate reports showing progress of your measurements.

How Do You Measure Up?

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