Gauging progress by stepping on that scale everyday will do more harm than good. There are 3 better ways that you can gauge your progress that will create a happier more fulfilling feeling mentally & physically. Gauging progress off how much you way will always need the same environment and conditions every time you step on that scale. And this isn't accounting for the passed 3 days food, water, and salt consumption. Your weight will fluctuate depending on water intake, sodium intake, food intake, muscle gr