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Covington, GA
January 29, 2017
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Members shared diverse perspectives on the question of weighing frequency, with responses ranging from daily to monthly check-ins, and the... Read more

Members shared diverse perspectives on the question of weighing frequency, with responses ranging from daily to monthly check-ins, and the consensus leaning toward once a week to balance awareness with mental well-being. Several members emphasized practical strategies, including weighing first thing in the morning after using the bathroom and without clothing for consistency, tracking progress through how clothes fit rather than relying solely on the scale, and choosing the same day and time each week to account for natural weight fluctuations. A recurring theme was the importance of self-awareness, with many noting that daily weigh-ins can feel discouraging or obsessive for some, while others find them motivating and grounding, ultimately reinforcing that the best approach is the one that supports individual mental health and long-term lifestyle change.

A MyObesityTeam Member

I weigh myself every morning at 7:30am, before i've eaten or had anything to drink. And after i've used the restroom. :) I find that weighing in daily keeps me motivated and on track,

January 29, 2017
A MyObesityTeam Member

My son not obese but weighs himself daily. I was trying weekly.

December 4, 2025
A MyObesityTeam Member

ONCE A MONTH

November 11, 2025
A MyObesityTeam Member

It actually doesn't matter how often one weighs themselves. But important to keep an open mind. Understanding that one needs to realize that weight is always fluctuating due to many body changes going on. Water retention, digestion, metabolism, et. Meaning you often weigh different in the morning than you will in late evening. May change from day to day. A bit up and down. To get a realistic comparison for how one is doing weight wise is to select one day of the week and same time of day, to compare weight numbers. Examples choose a Saturday at around 9 AM. I kept track on a calendar by writing my weight on it at that day and time. Best to weigh without any clothing, or just in undies to be more accurate each time. It really doesn't hurt how often one weighs, just compare only from week to week (same day each week) for more accurate calculations. If in a weeks' time you weigh more than that same day a week ago, you need to make some adjustments to your eating plan. Get more exercise, etc. But if you weigh less the following week, then you know you are doing well.

July 27, 2025 (edited)
A MyObesityTeam Member

I get weighed at my doctor's office only it's every 4 to 6 months but I usually go by how my clothes fit if I gain or lose weight

July 27, 2025

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