Working out isn’t just about fat loss. We glorify fat loss and when the scale doesn’t go down you find yourself frustrated and deflated, even when overall you feel better and get stronger. It’s a losing battle. There is a better way!
Tracking body composition with an Inbody machine or any other is a great way to
- See Beyond the Scale:
Many people feel discouraged when the scale doesn’t move. InBody scans show muscle gain, fat loss, and water retention—giving a deeper understanding of progress that a regular scale can’t. - Personalized Goal Setting:
With insights on muscle mass and fat distribution, clients can set more meaningful goals. Instead of aiming to “lose 10 pounds,” they can focus on reducing fat percentage or increasing muscle mass. - Early Detection of Plateaus:
The data highlights trends—like stalled muscle growth or creeping fat gain—before it becomes visible. Trainers can adjust programs in real-time based on what’s working and what’s not. - Improved Health Awareness:
Visceral fat measurement helps clients understand internal health, not just external appearance. This education can be a powerful motivator, especially for long-term health.
Why Tracking Your Body Composition is Crucial for Your Health and Fitness Journey
- Get the Full Picture of Your Health:
- Your weight alone doesn’t tell the whole story. Tracking your body composition helps you see what really matters—like how much of your weight is healthy muscle versus fat.
- Don’t Get Fooled by the Scale:
- Losing weight is great, but it’s important to know if you’re losing fat or muscle. Body composition tracking ensures that you’re burning fat while keeping or even building muscle.
- Build Muscle, Burn Fat, and Stay on Track:
- If you want to tone up or lose weight, knowing your muscle-to-fat ratio helps us create a personalized plan. We’ll focus on building lean muscle while shedding unwanted fat.
- Spot Potential Health Risks Early:
- Even if you look “healthy,” high visceral fat (fat stored around your organs) can increase your risk of heart disease and diabetes. Regular scans help us catch and address this early.
- Stay Motivated with Real Progress:
- Sometimes the scale won’t move, but that doesn’t mean you’re not improving. Seeing progress in muscle gain or fat loss with each scan keeps you motivated and pushes you to stay consistent.
- Age Strong and Stay Active:
- As we get older, we naturally lose muscle (a condition called sarcopenia). Tracking your muscle mass helps us fight this, keeping you strong, mobile, and independent longer.
- Fine-Tune Your Nutrition for Better Results:
- By knowing how your body stores fat and builds muscle, we can adjust your diet to match your goals. For example, if you need more protein to build muscle, we’ll catch that early.
- Break Through Plateaus:
- If your progress slows down, body composition scans show us what’s happening—whether it’s fat loss stalling or muscle gain leveling off—so we can tweak your workouts to get you back on track.
- Recover Better and Stay Hydrated:
- These scans also track your water levels, making sure you’re staying hydrated and recovering properly from workouts, which reduces fatigue and helps prevent injuries.
- Focus on Health, Not Just Looks:
- Health is more than just how you look in the mirror or what the scale says. Regular scans help you focus on building a strong, balanced body that supports long-term well-being.
Great news! We have an inbody machine at our facility if you’d like to schedule an test just text “inbody” to (714) 909-1203.
