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Jun 2024
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2592: Don’t Obsess Over the Number on th...

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Episode 2592:

Chalene Johnson at ChaleneJohnson.com discusses the pitfalls of fixating on scale numbers and how this can distort our view of personal health and fitness. She advises setting realistic goals, understanding daily weight fluctuations, and focusing more on overall wellness than just a number. Johnson's insights help foster a healthier relationship with the scale, urging us to value healthy habits over obsessive measurements.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.chalenejohnson.com/dont-obsess-over-the-number-on-the-scale/ & https://www.chalenejohnson.com/7-quick-tips-to-lose-weight-this-week/

Quotes to ponder:

"Obsessing over the number on the scale isn’t healthy nor is it always an accurate reflection of your fitness level."

"Weight can fluctuate 2-4 pounds from day to day depending on a number of things, so don’t freak out!"

"Keep sticking to those healthy habits and don’t obsess over your weight. Know that your worth is based on who you are as a person, not whether or not you can see your abs."

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