Methods and Resources for Measuring Your Body Weight
Amazon
Etekcity Digital Body Weight Bathroom Scale ~ $19.99 - body weight only, up to 400 lbs
Etekcity Digital Weight Scale, with Body Fat and Body Composition ~$24.99 - includes body composition, up to 400 lbs
RENPHO Bluetooth Body Fat Scale with Body Composition ~ $27.99 - includes body composition, up to 396 lbs
Walgreens
Walgreens Digital Scale Blue Tooth - find at a store to pick up locally ~ $39.99
CVS
CVS Health Glass Cody Analysis Scale - find at store to pick up locally ~$24.99
Beurer Body Analysis Scale - find at store to pick up locally ~$56.99, up to 396 lbs
HIGI Stations - free at most Publix, Walgreens, Krogers, Wegmans, Sams
Many local pharmacies/ grocery stores have blood pressure and weight monitoring stations. A popular weight/blood pressure station brand is called "HIGI" and is available locally for free at many Publix, Krogers, Walgreens, Wegmans, and Sam's Club stores and is usually located near the pharmacy or near the front of the store.
To find a free "HIGI" Station near you, click the following link --> find a HIGI station to obtain your weight and blood pressure
Blood Pressure Monitoring Directions and Resources
Blood Pressure Monitoring Directions (American Heart Association)
When obtaining a home blood pressure reading, please use the following technique as recommended by the American Heart Association (see link here): Instructions for "Monitoring Your Blood Pressure at Home"
- Be Still. Don't smoke, drink caffeinated beverages, or exercise within 30 minutes before measuring your blood pressure. Empty your bladder and ensure at least 5 minutes of quiet rest before measurements.
- Sit Correctly. Sit in a firm chair with your back straight and supported. Your feet should be flat on the floor and your legs should not be crossed.
- For a traditional upper arm cuff: your arm should be supported on a flat surface (such as a table) with your upper arm at the level of your heart. Make sure the bottom of the cuff is placed directly above the bend of your elbow.
- For a wrist cuff: apply the wrist device. Keep your elbow on a table or desk with your forearm bent. Place your wrist up at the level of your heart. Keep your arm relaxed and your hand resting against your body. Measure your wrist blood pressure without moving your arm while in the seated position. Click this link to the AMA (American Medical Association) on using a wrist cuff and proper positioning.
- Take multiple readings and record the results. Each time you measure, take 2 readings one minute apart and record the results. Please also record your heart rate / pulse if it is displayed on the monitor.
- Don't take the measurement over clothes
If you would like to purchase a Home Blood Pressure Monitor here are some options online or locally:
Amazon (order online for delivery):
Walgreens (can pick-up in stores):
Omron Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor, 3 Series ~$61.99
Omron Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor, 7 Series ~$84.99
Omron Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor, 10 series ~$99.99
CVS (can pick-up in stores):
Omron Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor, 3 Series ~$58.99
Omron Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor, 5 Series ~$75.99
Omron Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor, 7 Series ~$89.99
Omron Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor, 10 series ~$100.99
HIGI Stations - free at most Publix, Walgreens, Krogers, Wegmans, Sams
Many local pharmacies/ grocery stores have blood pressure and weight monitoring stations. A popular weight/blood pressure station brand is called "HIGI" and is available locally for free at many Publix, Krogers, Walgreens, Wegmans, and Sam's Club stores and is usually located near the pharmacy or near the front of the store.
To find a free "HIGI" Station near you, click the following link --> find a HIGI station to obtain your weight and blood pressure