In the Measures section of the Profile page, you can record your measurements and upload progress pictures that only you can see. If you have a free account, you can track body weight and waist circumference. With the pro version, you can add body fat percentage, and the circumference of different body parts including neck, shoulders, chest, biceps, forearms, abdomen, hips, thighs and calves. This is a great way to track your progress and visually see the differences in your body.
Where do I go to record measurements?
- Go to the profile page at the bottom of the app
- Click on Measures underneath the Dashboard section
- If this is the first time that you have added measurements, there will be an option to Add Measurements or to Add Progress Photo, if you have already added measurements, you can click the + sign in the top right corner of the app to add new measurements and progress photos
Important Note: Only one progress photo can be added per day. If you are wanting multiple angles, you can add a different angle everyday for a week and then do a weekly comparison of each photo. You can also create a collage with multiple angles to post at one time.
How do I take my measurements?
Body Weight
- Weigh yourself daily or at least four to five times weekly
- Do it in the morning on an empty stomach after visiting the bathroom
- Log the value to 0.1 of a kilogram or lb in Hevy
- Track your weekly average
Circumference Measurements
- Use a tape measure, preferably a self-tightening one (e.g., Orbitape)
- Measure yourself instead of relying on someone else; this helps you build the skill and ensure accuracy in the future
- Take circumference measurements at the same time, preferably in the morning
- Stand in front of a mirror to ensure you measure the same spots each time
- Wrap the tape tightly, but not to the point where it compresses the tissue
- Log the value to 0.1 of an inch or centimeter in Hevy
- Take measurements every two to three weeks
- For the chest, abdomen, and hips, make sure the tape doesn’t get twisted behind your back
- For each area, stand, tense your body, and measure at the widest point
- When measuring your chest, be careful not to let your lats flare
Body Fat
- Most body fat testing methods are inaccurate by a few percent
- DEXA scans tend to be more accurate, but are not practical given the cost and time consumption
- Unless you plan on stepping on stage, don’t fixate too much on exact body fat numbers
- When monitoring fat loss progress, it’s better to rely on a combination of body weight, circumference measurements, and progress photos