Tracking your progress can be helpful, but every testing method, from calipers to dual energy x-ray absorbtiometry, is flawed, often coming up with different readings. Your two best indicators are the mirror and your clothes. Use a pair of jeans that you wish to fit into as a measure of progress. IE: How tight are they? Is the button in danger of popping off? As they loosen up, you’ll know you’re nearing your goal. It sounds so elementary, but IT WORKS!