Scale fluctuates by a few pounds within the same minute?

I've been really focusing on getting fitter and trying to lose a few pounds lately, so have been weighing myself. I stepped on the scale last night, stepped off, then stepped back on again, and the weight changed by 3 lbs! I moved it to another area in case that one wasn't level enough, and it did the same thing, just by 2 lbs! I know weight can fluctuate, but I have a hard time believing it can fluctuate by a few pounds in under a minute. 🤣 Any idea why it could be doing this?

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paulisretired · 51-55, M

Get a good scale. Don't pay attention to fluctuations. weigh yourself first thing in the morning, before you eat or drink anything and right after you pee (with nothing on). That will set a standard that you can measure. I hope this helps.