How to measure your waist

If you choose removable waist beads, you need to know how to measure your waist to get the right size. Use a measuring tape or a string instead of clothing sizes to determine your waist size. Here are 5 steps to help you measure your waist.

1. Measure your body directly on bare skin. Avoid placing the tape or string over your clothing unless you intend to wear your waist beads over them.
   
   
2. Wrap snugly but not too tight.
   
   
3. Don’t suck in your stomach; your size is perfect just as it is!
   
   
4. In general, measure just below your belly button. If you have a belly, measure beneath it. Adjust the measurement to what fits you best, whether you prefer it higher or lower.
   
   
5. If you plan to use waist beads to track weight loss or gain, measure around your belly. They will loosen as you lose weight and tighten as you gain weight.