How do you choose a personal scale?
Choose scale
There are many different scales. Before you choose a scale, ask yourself the following questions. This way, you can find the scale that suits you best.
- Do you only want to measure your weight?
- Do you also want to perform a full body analysis?
- Do you also want to monitor the development of your body?
I only want to measure my weight
When you're looking for a basic scale that only measures your weight, you have 2 options. A digital scale displays your weight on an LED or LCD display. An analog scale displays your weight on the dial. Digital scales sometimes have extra functions, such as a memory function or a Body Mass Index (BMI) measurement. A BMI measurement calculates how your weight relates to your height. This measurement estimates the health risks associated with your body weight. Analog scales don't have any extra options. Because an analog scale doesn't use batteries, it'll always work.
I want to perform a full body analysis
A scale that analyzes your body gives a complete idea of your physical health. The scale analyzes your body by sending a light electrical charge that you can't feel from one leg to the other. Based on the resistance of the charge, it determines your fat percentage, muscle mass, fluid content, or bone mass. There are different combination possible of these values, so you can choose the scale that analyzes the readings you think are important.
Note: a body analysis scale can't be used when your pregnant or if you have electrical implants, like a pacemaker.
I want to monitor my weight development
Scales with a memory function will save your reading. This way, you'll be able to see for yourself whether you've lost weight compared to earlier readings. Monitoring your weight is even easier with a scale that forwards readings to your PC, smartphone, or tablet. When you use analysis software to monitor your measured values, all of the information will be laid out for you in graphs or tables. This allows you to easily keep track of the development of your body. That way, you'll be even more sure whether you're approaching your target weight, or whether you've reached your desired fat percentage.
