Want to know how to measure your weight loss progress effectively? It can make all the difference in your weight loss journey.
Keeping track of your progress and daily kilojoules burned can help you lose weight more effectively. There are many tools out there, like scales, apps, watches, and advanced scanning, that can help you measure your progress. Let’s take a look at some of the best ways to track and reach your weight loss goals.
Fitness Watches and Bands
Fitness watches and bands are a popular way to track your activity levels. Devices like Fitbits and Apple Watches provide real-time data on your daily activities, steps taken and heart rate.
A study published in Lancet Digital Health found that wearable activity trackers can help users walk an extra 40 minutes a day, leading to an average weight loss of 1kg over five months
However, other studies have found that wearable fitness devices often inaccurately track kilojoules burned, with a Stanford University study revealing error rates ranging from 27% to 93% across different devices.
Tracking Kilojoules and Activity with Mobile Apps
Mobile apps can help you track your kilojoule burn, food intake, and exercise. Apps like MyFitnessPal, Lose It!, and Cronometer allow you to log everything you eat and all your activities, giving you a clear picture of your daily energy balance. Using these apps can also be helpful for staying accountable and making healthier choices.
Whilst some mobile apps can be useful, studies have found a high amount of inconsistency across different apps. A study by the University of Sydney’s Charles Perkins Centre found many weight loss apps to be inaccurate and lacking a solid scientific basis. While helpful for tracking food intake and estimating calorie expenditure, these apps often struggle with user consistency and cannot replace personalised advice from health professionals.
Smart Scales
Smart scales do more than just measure your weight. They can also measure body fat percentage, muscle mass, and estimate your kilojoule burn based on your body composition.
Smart scales can help you understand how your body is changing as you lose weight. Tracking these metrics can give you a more complete picture of your health and fitness. Seeing your progress in different areas can help be a great motivator.
DEXA Scanning for Body Composition
At My Weight Loss Clinic, we use the latest technology to help our patients achieve their weight loss goals. One of the tools we use is called a DEXA scan (Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry).
This scan allows us to see not only how much fat an individual has but also where that fat is distributed throughout the body. This information is important because it helps us tailor a weight loss plan specifically designed for each individual. Losing weight is about more than just numbers on a scale. That’s why we offer body composition scans to our clients. This type of scan provides us with valuable information about your body, including muscle mass, fat percentage, and basal metabolic rate.
This data also helps our clinicians create a tailored treatment plan that meets your unique needs. DEXA scanning is significantly more accurate than other technologies like bioelectrical impedance and skinfold thickness measurements. It provides baseline measurements, monitors results over time, and assesses progress towards your goals, making it an excellent tool for fine-tuning your weight loss or fitness plan.
Take Charge of Your Weight Loss Goals with Precise Measurements
At My Weight Loss Clinic, we believe in using the best tools and evidence-based methods to help you succeed. Our dieticians can help you set up and use these tools effectively. We provide personalised plans and support to ensure you are on the right track. Tracking your kilojoule burn is just one part of a successful weight loss journey. Staying hydrated, maintaining a balanced diet, and getting regular exercise are also key components.
Take the first step today by booking an appointment with My Weight Loss Clinic. Our team of experts is here to help you achieve your weight loss goals with a plan that’s right for you.
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