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What Causes Scale Fluctuations? - Day 3
Jun 17, 2026 15:45

What Causes Scale Fluctuations? - Day 3

What Causes Scale Fluctuations? - Day 3
The Body Recomposition Revolution | Fat Loss and Strength for Women 35+
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About this episode

Welcome to Day 3/90 of the RAC Summer Recomp Series!! ☀️


Based on today's lesson, you'll learn why the scale is one of the most misunderstood tools in fat loss and body recomposition. ⚖️


If you've ever gained weight overnight, felt discouraged by the scale, or wondered why your body looks different even when your weight hasn't changed, this episode is for you.

In today's episode, we cover:

  • Why the scale only measures total body weight- not body fat
  • Why women can gain 2–7 pounds during parts of their menstrual cycle without gaining fat
  • The surprising relationship between strength training, inflammation, glycogen storage, and temporary weight gain
  • Why body recomposition can happen even when the scale doesn't move
  • How to use daily weigh-ins without becoming emotionally attached to the number
  • Why measurements, photos, clothing fit, strength gains, and non-scale victories matter more than scale weight alone


Today's RAC Targets:

✅ Record one non-scale victory

✅ Weigh yourself without reacting

✅ Continue your photo and measurement baseline


If this is your first episode, you're not behind. Jump in wherever you are, complete today's targets, and keep moving forward.


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