I thought measurements would be a more reliable way to track progress, but now I’m not sure. Seems like some days I suck the gut in more than others, and I’m really trying not to. So my measurements are over the place. Any advice?
Taking measurements
Lilyanne
(Anne)
#2
Well, first would be to stand as neutrally as possible, feet hip width apart, and at rest (dont engage your stomach muscles at all.)
I’m a costume designer, I measure people all the time, but I actually measure myself for tracking purposes differently. I pull the measuring tape pretty taught, and dont leave the slack I would when measuring for clothes, because that way I’m more likely to be consistent.
Ruina
(Hyperbole- best thing in the universe!)
#3
As Anne said, taught… but not tight. The tape shouldn’t cut into your skin. Try to measure the same place each time, so know how far above your navel. Maybe find a scar or mole. The same place is more important than the “right” place. I also like to measure before I eat, no food babies!
shezfunn
(cheryl)
#5
great question … i have a weird waist line ( belly apron) and i gave up measuring with the tape measure … i just know i have more looseness in the pants without the elastic
Rajseth
(Raj Seth)
#6
measuring is too hard.
I bought pants - non comfort waist - in the next 2 sizes down, 36" & 34". At first couldn’t button the 36". Now they are fine. I can squeeze into 34", but no muffin topping allowed, so they hang in my closet. 38" are for emergency laundry days only.
I only have 3 pants in 36" closet empty… don’t wanna waist money on more…
… i cant wait for the pants to fall off