Recording your weight is a tracking tool and not an obligation. There isn’t one “right” frequency that works for everyone—it depends on your goal, how it affects you psychologically, and what helps you stay consistent.
What do you need to know about weight?
Weight:
naturally fluctuates from day to day
is affected by fluids, meals, hormones, and activity
doesn’t always directly reflect your true progress
That’s why, frequent logging doesn’t necessarily mean a better picture.
What are your options?
Weekly tracking
It’s the most balanced and common choice. It helps you follow the trend without being affected by daily ups and downs. Ideally, it should be done on the same day and about the same time.
More frequent tracking (e.g. daily)
This can work for people who see their weight neutrally, just as info. However, it does require you to understand that daily fluctuations are normal.
Less frequent tracking (e.g. every 10–14 days or monthly)
Focuses on the long-term course and not on the details. It’s just as acceptable, as long as you stay consistent.
How does balantia help?
The app records the date for every measurement and shows you your progress through charts, so you can focus on trends and not on random values.
Important for more reliable measurements
For more accurate and comparable results, it's best to keep the weighing conditions the same every time.
balantia suggests:
weigh yourself on the same scale
on a flat and stable surface
without shoes and with light clothing
ideally in the morning, before eating or drinking
This way, your logs reflect your real weight trends better.
Conclusion
How often you track your weight:
doesn't need to be daily
should work for you and not stress you out
matters when it's done consistently and under the right context
Weight is simply an indicator. The overall picture of your habits over time is what matters most.
