What is the dashed line on the large chart that is several pounds higher than my set goal?
There are two dashed lines, actually — one 2.5 lb above, one 2.5 lb below. Together they define a 5 lb band around your selected goal weight. To describe the band’s purpose, we should step back and consider what it means to achieve you goal.
Most dieters worry only about meeting their weight goal: as soon as the magic number appears on the scale, they put on a party hat and celebrate. And while that is an accomplishment to be proud of, a serious dieter will recognize that her work is not over yet.
Simply meeting your goal is not enough. You want to maintain it. You know your weight is going to vary a lot from day-to-day. Tomorrow the number on the scale could be two pounds higher.
FatWatch considers you to be maintaining your goal weight if you can keep the trend line inside the band around the goal. Think of those dashed lines as upper and lower limits; if your trend line drifts outside those lines, you’re off track, and need to adjust your eating or exercise.
All you need to know will be displayed on the Trends screen. The first time your trend line crosses the goal line, FatWatch will display goal achieved. If the trend line wanders above or below those dashed lines, FatWatch will switch to reporting how many calories you need to cut to return to your goal line.
Unlike other weight tracker apps, FatWatch’s job doesn’t end once you reach your desired weight. Managing your weight is a lifelong endeavor, and FatWatch will be there to keep you on track.
