measurements

I started to do my measurements weekly when I weigh myself.  That way if I dont see the scale move I can hopefully see some progress in my measurements.  I have a quetions though, when I measure my hips do I include my lower abdomen or go underneath that?  Like when guys wear a belt and let their gut hang over their pants?  LOL  I went over my fat lower abdomen originally but now Im not sure if that's an accurate hip measurement or not.  Help!!!

I included my belly in my hip measurement. I'm not sure it's accurate, but I love watching that number get smaller and smaller!

Ericka,

You are exactly correct with the belt analogy.  The abdomen is not part of your hips.  Measure the hips at their widest point, but put the tape under your abdomen.