Give me your thoughts on screw the scales

[CountryAir15]

If you haven't heard of it just google it, its a new discovery that the scale just does not measure anything about how healthy or fit you are, weight loss does not equal fit

[IndigoBlue61]

Hello and welcome to the Weight Loss Forum CountryAir15

I hardly need to tell you my response, we say it over and over on this forum, scale weight is just one measure, and not terrible accurate at that!! But without a DEXA scan it’s very difficult to judge fat loss,

Presuming you are here to lose weight, or more accurately, fat, let me give you the official welcome. To help you find your way around, and enjoy all the things we have on offer, please read the Welcome Newbies Post here healthunlocked.com/nhsweigh...

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Best wishes for your weight loss journey

Indigo 😊

[CountryAir15 in reply to IndigoBlue61]

Thanks that's interesting, I might look into a DEXA scan, is it expensive? I have some lifting weights but I need to buy more.

[IndigoBlue61 in reply to CountryAir15]

Pineapple27 had one I think? In the menatime, look in the mirror and use a tape measure. Also how you Feel . . . If you are improving health and fitness you will feel it as much as see it, energy levels, clear skin, shiny hair, strong nails etc

[CountryAir15 in reply to IndigoBlue61]

Yeah even if I don't eat something very healthy I make a point of cooking it and having some veg because I think Chinese people are right about a varied diet, because each thing has different vitamins, and I've noticed strong nails too, I must admit though, I need to get back on track with my eating

[IndigoBlue61 in reply to CountryAir15]

Well I highly recommend this forum, there are lots of very knowledgeable and experienced members. Have a good read of all the information and just ask if you have any questions

Indigo 😊

[Pineapple27 in reply to CountryAir15]

flidfit.com/2017/04/01/dexa... I thought it was really useful.

Had it done with a company Body Scan UK. They are presently charging £150 - which includes a face-to-face consultation when they explain the results to you and highlight any "problem" area to work on! It also measures bone density, which is also very valuable to women of a certain age!

I think they only operate out of London though, so not sure if that is close to you?

[S11m]

Hi, CountryAir15 , Welcome,

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