(altho that last isn't a great marker since American sizes, esp for women, aren't standardized).
Oh, that's a good point, and one I didn't consider (because I so rarely indulge in new clothing). I don't even own a scale anymore; I judge by the relative tightness of my everyday clothing. And of course, the "skinny jeans" I keep tucked away, just in case.
And as far as muscle weighing more than fat, I can personally attest to this. I divide most of my time between carrying trays (I'm a waitress), chasing my two small children, and dancing, and at my last checkup I weighed at least 15 pounds more than most people (and this would be dancers, who see me in dancewear) generally assume I do.
So, Peg, don't be discouraged! Although the scale is useful, as others have pointed out, it's not the last word in the success of your efforts.
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Oh, that's a good point, and one I didn't consider (because I so rarely indulge in new clothing). I don't even own a scale anymore; I judge by the relative tightness of my everyday clothing. And of course, the "skinny jeans" I keep tucked away, just in case.
And as far as muscle weighing more than fat, I can personally attest to this. I divide most of my time between carrying trays (I'm a waitress), chasing my two small children, and dancing, and at my last checkup I weighed at least 15 pounds more than most people (and this would be dancers, who see me in dancewear) generally assume I do.
So, Peg, don't be discouraged! Although the scale is useful, as others have pointed out, it's not the last word in the success of your efforts.