How often should you weigh in (6WC recommendation)?

[Frank Hagan]

Originally Posted by Eleanor

I can go up or down a few pounds overnight, but looking at a graph with an overall downward trend stops me from getting despondent. I also find that if I am up a bit, I actually try harder that day with more exercise and/or lower calories, because I know it's just a blip. Excess calories do really make me stall....

That's an important point ... you have to look long term, with a long view backwards as well. We are often our own worst critics, and bouncing up a pound shouldn't be met with despair. I write weight on our calendar, and just scan back through it when I decide I'm not losing fast enough. It makes me happier with my progress.