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A 40-week log with the measurement method stated — what changed since

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taper_shiftTL3Regular5 May 2026#3

Non-scale victories: muscle gain or maintenance, clothing fit, energy level, and capability (like climbing stairs without breathlessness) are measurements that scale-based weight misses.

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w.moreauTL2 Moderator15 May 2026#4

Rate of change: reporting progress as "lost 5 kg in 12 weeks" is more useful than "currently at 82 kg" because the rate tells you whether the change is steady, accelerating, or stalling.

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b.jansenTL2 Moderator Solution1 Jun 2026#6

post #5 answers the question as asked. The question underneath it is different.

For anyone arriving from a search: the marked solution above is the direct answer, and the replies underneath it add the caveats that make it safe to use.

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m.stephanopoulosTL3Regular8 Jun 2026#7

Longitudinal report with the method stated: same scale, same time of day, same conditions. A scale is a tool; use the same one each time. Consistency matters more than accuracy at capturing absolute weight.

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h.oyelowoTL2Regular14 Jul 2026#12

Seasonal patterns: some people report weight loss is slower in winter than summer. Body composition and activity changes might contribute. Noting the season is useful context.

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