My WebMD Sign In

Please enter email address

Enter your password

Keep me signed in on this computer

Show more Information

If you select "Keep me signed in on this computer", every time you visit WebMD.com you won't have to type your email address and password. This means that a cookie will stay on your computer even when you exit or close your browser which may reduce your levels of privacy and security. You should never select this option if you're using a publicly accessible computer, or if you're sharing a computer with others. Even if you select this option there are some features of our site that still require you to log in for privacy reasons.

Forget your password? Having trouble signing in?

Why should I
sign up for WebMD?

With a WebMD Account you can:

Track your way to weight loss success
Manage your family's vaccinations
Join the conversation

See more benefits Sign Up

Why WebMD?

My WebMD

Show Menu

Facebook Twitter Pinterest

WebMD Home

Dieting Club: 10 - 25 Lbs Community

Tired of the extra pounds? It is time to find the right eating plan, get ... more

Last Reply:

How to Weigh Yourself

http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/weighing-in-on-scales-find-your-true-weight

An_201804 posted:

Don't forget the Four S's of Weighing Yourself

* Same time of day, on the

* Same day each week, wearing the

* Same clothing, and using the

* Same scale

Was this Helpful?

49 of 75 found this helpful

6 Replies |Report This| Share this:How to Weigh YourselfDon't forget the Four S's of Weighing Yourself * Same time of day, on the * Same day each week, wearing the * Same clothing, and using the * Same scale

spudsyone responded:

This is soooo true! I even don't like to move the scale from the same spot on the floor!

Report This| Share this:How to Weigh YourselfThis is soooo true! I even don't like to move the scale from the same spot on the floor! <img src="http://img.webmd.com/community/images/smile.gif" align="top" border="0">

An_201805 replied to spudsyone's response:

I don't know how my weight fluctuates.

Report This| Share this:How to Weigh YourselfI don't know how my weight fluctuates.

Louise_WebMD_Staff replied to spudsyone's response:

My scale came with instructions on how to reset it before weighing if you move it from one spot to another. You step on and then step off and let it set to zero. If it doesn't then you need to repeat the process until it does or change the battery and check that it is a flat surface. I don't know if it really makes a difference though.

Report This| Share this:How to Weigh YourselfMy scale came with instructions on how to reset it before weighing if you move it from one spot to another. You step on and then step off and let it set to zero. If it doesn't then you need to repeat the process until it does or change the battery and check that it is a flat surface. I don't know if it really makes a difference though.

Hiltonj responded:

better yet, weigh same time of the day, same day of the week (if not daily) wearing NOTHING lol

Report This| Share this:How to Weigh Yourselfbetter yet, weigh same time of the day, same day of the week (if not daily) wearing NOTHING lol

mrscox77 replied to Hiltonj's response:

doctor oz from channel 2 says to weigh yourself everymorning as soon as you wake to get your true weight.

natalie

Report This| Share this:How to Weigh Yourselfdoctor oz from channel 2 says to weigh yourself everymorning as soon as you wake to get your true weight.

dunk72 responded:

I weigh myself every week using the four the four s. But sometimes obtain have significant swings in my weight.
e.g. My weight on Mar 21 was 166.6 lbs and this morning mar 28th was 162.2 lbs. It will probably go up this week. WHY ?

Report This| Share this:How to Weigh YourselfI weigh myself every week using the four the four s. But sometimes obtain have significant swings in my weight. e.g. My weight on Mar 21 was 166.6 lbs and this morning mar 28th was 162.2 lbs. It will probably go up this week. WHY ?

More from WebMD related to this Resource

weight | obese | diet

See Related Eating & Diet Communities

See All Communities

Women's Health Newsletter

Find out what women really need.

Spotlight: Member Stories

mozzinalong

I am in need of some help, support and motivation to lose 15 pounds. I seem to have lost my motivation!!! Last year I lost 30 pounds through Weight Wa...More

See All Posts by mozzinalong

More Members

Sharma24

Edit your story | See All Members

Popular Discussions

Start a Discussion | See All

Helpful Tips

Easy Weight Loss Tip

Make half of every plate fruits or vegetables. Eat them first, drink a large glass of water and wait a few minutes. Then eat the rest of ... More

Was this Helpful?

50 of 56 found this helpful

Post a Tip | See All

Helpful Resources

if-you-follow-some-simple-rule...

What to Eat Before, During and...

Food

Portion Size

HCG for Weight Loss

Post a Resource | See All

Related Drug Reviews

Drug Name User Reviews

Report Problems to the
Food and Drug Administration

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Other Member Communities

Dieting Club: 10 - 25 Lbs Member Community Share Your Tips and Support!
Caregiving Member Community The Support and Understanding You Need!
Parenting Friends Talking Member Community Get Support from Members Like You!

The opinions expressed in WebMD User-generated content areas like communities, reviews, ratings, or blogs are solely those of the User, who may or may not have medical or scientific training. These opinions do not represent the opinions of WebMD. User-generated content areas are not reviewed by a WebMD physician or any member of the WebMD editorial staff for accuracy, balance, objectivity, or any other reason except for compliance with our Terms and Conditions. Some of these opinions may contain information about treatments or uses of drug products that have not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. WebMD does not endorse any specific product, service, or treatment.

Do not consider WebMD User-generated content as medical advice. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read on WebMD. You should always speak with your doctor before you start, stop, or change any prescribed part of your care plan or treatment. WebMD understands that reading individual, real-life experiences can be a helpful resource, but it is never a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified health care provider. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or dial 911 immediately.

Health Solutions From Our Sponsors

In-depth coverage:

Find us on:

URAC: Accredited Health Web Site

HonCode: Health on the Net Foundation AdChoices

About WebMD Advertise With Us Terms of Use Privacy Policy Sponsor Policy Site Map Careers Contact Us

Medscape Reference eMedicineHealth RxList Medscape MedicineNet BootsWebMD WebMD Corporate

First Aid WebMD Magazine WebMD Health Record WebMD Mobile Newsletters Dictionary Physician Directory

WebMD does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. See additional information.

Dieting Club: 10 - 25 Lbs Community

See All