The Importance of Non-Scale Victories
It's time to stop equating health with a number on the scale. Our bodies are complex, and there are numerous factors that contribute to our overall well-being. While weight is one piece of the puzzle, it's not the only one. In fact, focusing solely on the number on the scale can do more harm than good. That's why our Health Coaches at The Union are all about non-scale victories – small, meaningful achievements that have nothing to do with weight, but everything to do with improving your health, fitness, and holistic wellness.
So, what exactly are non-scale victories? They're the little things you do that make you feel healthier, stronger, and more confident. They're the moments when you realize that your body is capable of amazing things, and that your health is about so much more than a number on a scale. Non-scale victories can take many different forms, and they're different for everyone. Here are just a few examples:
Completing a workout that used to be challenging: Maybe you started a new fitness routine a few weeks ago, and at first, it was tough. But now, you're able to complete the entire workout with ease. That's a non-scale victory.
Getting a good night's sleep: Sleep is essential for good health, but it can be challenging to prioritize. If you've been struggling with sleep issues and you finally manage to get a full night's rest, that's a non-scale victory.
Improving your mental health: Your mental health is just as important as your physical health, and improving it is a non-scale victory. Maybe you've started meditating regularly, or you've started seeing a therapist. Those intentional choices to feel better mentally are huge accomplishments.
Trying a new healthy food: Eating a balanced, nutritious diet is crucial for good health, but it can be hard to break out of old habits. If you've tried a new healthy food and discovered that you like it, that's a non-scale victory.
Feeling confident in your own skin: This is perhaps the most important non-scale victory of all. When you start taking care of your body and making healthy choices, you begin to feel better about yourself. That confidence is a non-scale victory that can have a ripple effect throughout your entire life.
The beauty of non-scale victories is that they're entirely personal. What might be a non-scale victory for one person might not be for another. The key is to focus on what makes you feel good, rather than what you think you should be doing. By shifting your focus away from the number on the scale and towards these smaller, more meaningful achievements, you'll be able to create a healthier, happier life for yourself.
So, the next time you're tempted to step on the scale and judge yourself based on the number you see, try focusing on your non-scale victories instead. Celebrate all the little things you're doing to improve your health and wellness, and remember that your worth is not determined by a number. You are so much more than that, and your body is capable of incredible things. If this sounds like the approach you need, then sign-up for a free 30-minute health coaching consultation with one of The Union’s certified health coaches to learn how we’ll support you every step of the way!
