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Body mass measurement will help you track the progress of your fitness program. Simply weighing yourself is not a good measure because muscle actually weighs more than fat. It is possible to gain weight and get discouraged when beginning a new strength training program. What you really want to look at is your body mass index (BMI). BMI is measured as a person's body weight divided by their height in inches. It is a rough estimate of excess fat and is considered the best body mass measurement to use while exercising.
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Keep in mind that the body mass index is merely a rough measurement of a person's body fat percentage. It does not take into account any differences for individuals who are already in excellent shape and may have more muscle than average. Consider this factor if you get a disturbingly high body mass measurement when you know you are in great shape. BMI is only intended to be a guidepost, not an absolute measure of health or obesity.
If your body mass measurement is legitimately high, there are a number of things you can do to get it back under control. Obviously, losing weight or increasing muscle mass is the key, so diet and exercise are very important. Cut back on eating fat, refined sugars, and "bad" carbohydrates. Increase your intake of fruits and vegetables, which will also improve your overall health while reducing your body mass measurement. Exercise regularly to build muscle and raise your metabolism. The increased muscle mass will burn more calories while your body is at rest, dropping your BMI measurement while you sleep.
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