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Abstract
Studies show frequent self-weighing is useful for weight management. The objective of this thesis was to determine SWF among U.S. adults. We hypothesized that greater than 50% of U.S. adults would report weighing <1x week, a greater percentage of women would report higher SWF, and greater SWF would be associated with lower Body Mass Index (BMI), higher physical activity (PA) and health behaviors. 533 adults (Mean age: 35.8 12.8, 51% female) completed a questionnaire assessing SWF. Respondents were categorized by SWF: Never (n=129, 24.2%), <1x week (n=187, 35.1%), 1x week (n=127, 23.8%), and >1x week (n=90, 16.9%). This study was the first to report SWF among U.S. adults independent of a weight program. According to our data, 60.0% of U.S. adults weigh <1x week and 25% never weigh. We did not observe differences in BMI or sex between SWF. SWF was associated with healthier dietary choices and higher PA.