If you have an old scale that has been around for generations, and you can barely read the numbers on it anymore, then maybe itâs time to toss it out for a more modern one...Using a new scale may help keep you motivated with your weight loss efforts, as well as keep you up-to-date with the latest in technology.Wide variety availableThese days there are a wide variety of scales on the market, to choose from. Some of the technologically advanced digital ones are even able to calculate the percentage of body fat a person has, so this may be useful as well.Light and easy to carryMany of the newer versions are also lightweight and ideal for carrying with you, if you are going away for an extended period of time.Accurate measurementsRemember to place your scale on a hard surface before weighing yourself, in order to get an accurate measurement.