Why belt size beats weight
It reflects central fat, which drives cardiovascular and metabolic risk.
It changes independently of weight — you can drop a belt notch without the scale moving, and vice versa.
It's visible and unavoidable — you notice it every morning.
The targets
Men: belt size under 40 in. Ideal is under half your height in inches.
Women: belt size under 35 in. Ideal is under half your height in inches.
If your belt size is climbing while weight is stable, you're losing muscle and gaining visceral fat — a bad trade.
