Think you know where the ball is? Guess again. This is the same mistake most guys make with fat loss

Guess Where the Ball Is? Take a moment. Where do you think the ball is? Just leaving his foot? About to hit the post and go in? You’re guessing, right?

That’s exactly what most people do when they start a fat loss phase—they just guess and hope it works.

When you rely on "winging it," you set yourself up for:

1. Wasting too much time doing things that could be done faster.
2. Getting frustrated when you don’t see progress.
3. Feeling like a failure for not being able to stick with it.

The truth? Fat loss doesn’t have to feel like this. When you have a plan and track your progress, you can make the process faster, more efficient, and WAY less stressful.

How to Track Fat Loss Effectively

Here’s a proven 3-step framework I use with clients to stop the guessing game and start seeing results:

1. Scale Weight
2. Body Measurements
3. Progress Photos

Why Tracking Works

Tracking provides data, and data gives you the power to make informed decisions. Without it, you’re just guessing.

Here’s why these three methods matter:

• Scale Weight: Great for spotting long-term trends but doesn’t tell the full story (e.g., muscle gain, water retention).
• Measurements: Show progress in areas where fat is stored, especially around the waist.
• Photos: Help you see the big picture—like muscle definition or changes in body shape.

Avoid These Common Mistakes

1. Relying only on the scale. Your weight can fluctuate daily due to water, food, or stress. If you’re only looking at the scale, you’ll miss the bigger picture.
2. Inconsistent tracking. Tracking sporadically (or at different times of day) leads to inaccurate data. Be consistent with how and when you track.
3. Overthinking small fluctuations. A 1–2lb jump on the scale doesn’t mean you’re failing—it’s likely temporary. Focus on trends, not day-to-day changes.

A Real-Life Example

One of my clients, Derek, felt like he was spinning his wheels. The scale barely budged in the first 3 weeks of his fat loss phase, and he thought he was doing something wrong. But when we combined the scale with waist measurements and photos, he realized he’d lost 3 inches off his waist and could see visible changes in his physique. Without tracking all three, he might’ve quit too soon. This is why more data is better.

Extra Tools to Help You Track

Make the process even easier with these tools:

• MyFitnessPal or similar apps to log your weight.
• A flexible tape measure (you can find one for less than ￡5).
• Use your phone to take photos—organize them by date to track your visual progress.
• Bonus: Download a free weight/measurement tracking spreadsheet (DM me for one!)

Final Thoughts: Stop Guessing, Start Winning

When you track your progress, you take the guesswork out of fat loss. No more hoping you’re on the right track!

Also the ball was right under the keepers legs...who would have thought