Do you find yourself sucking in to do up your pants, or adjusting your waistband as you move about?
While jumping on the scales will tell you how your weight loss efforts are going, it's not a reflection of how healthy you are.
You may be happy with what the scales are telling you, but a far more important indicator is the amount of weight you're carrying around your middle.
A pronounced tummy can be a warning sign that you're at risk of diabetes, heart disease and other health issues.
So if it comes down to your shape, what's the healthiest option? Being "pear shaped", with a small waist compared to your derriere, is much better than being an "apple", says weight loss specialist Sally Norton.