-My feet are smaller, needed new shoes. My boots no longer fit because my calves are 4 inches smaller.
-Sitting anywhere is easier. I used to look for the largest chair, the largest booth. I'm still very heavy, but can fit in any seat now no problem.
-People in general, pay more attention to me. I think though, that part of this is my attitude, my confidence has changed.
-Men look me in the eye a lot now. It kind of freaks me out. Maybe I'm more confident and I'm looking at them? I'm not sure.
-I can cross my legs.
-Clothes look much cuter.
-You become a different person inside, in many ways. Because you know the struggles of losing weight.
Depending on heaviest/starting size, you may have a seemingly endless pit of "fat clothes" to dispose of or give away. It was fun at first... trying on the old stuff and making room in the closet as item after item filled multiple Hefty bags. But now, finding that forgotten blouse, sweater or skirt is becoming a pain, especially since those are the nicest and most expensive items. And the more sizes lost, the more ridding required.
But... I am looking forward to the day I finally find that last oversized item and bid it farewell forever.
Add me to the list of people whose feet have shrunk. I've only gone down half a size, but that's from a 6–6.5 to a 5.5–6. It actually kind of sucks because some shoes I like seem not to be made in sizes lower than 6. Harumph.
My feet are smaller now too. Or my shoes were stretched out from my formerly fat feet. Either way, there are several pair I can’t wear anymore, as I walk out of them. Some I remedied with insoles.
Also, all of my high boots are “wide calf” and are too wide on my leg now. They’re better if I tuck straight leg jeans in.
Depending on heaviest/starting size, you may have a seemingly endless pit of "fat clothes" to dispose of or give away. It was fun at first... trying on the old stuff and making room in the closet as item after item filled multiple Hefty bags. But now, finding that forgotten blouse, sweater or skirt is becoming a pain, especially since those are the nicest and most expensive items. And the more sizes lost, the more ridding required.
But... I am looking forward to the day I finally find that last oversized item and bid it farewell forever.
Consider a tailor or taking in yourself for the more expensive items - it may be worth it!
Depending on heaviest/starting size, you may have a seemingly endless pit of "fat clothes" to dispose of or give away. It was fun at first... trying on the old stuff and making room in the closet as item after item filled multiple Hefty bags. But now, finding that forgotten blouse, sweater or skirt is becoming a pain, especially since those are the nicest and most expensive items. And the more sizes lost, the more ridding required.
But... I am looking forward to the day I finally find that last oversized item and bid it farewell forever.
Consider a tailor or taking in yourself for the more expensive items - it may be worth it!
Seriously. I have a small handful of dresses that I love so much! I bought them as rewards when I started losing weight... Now that I'm more-or-less in maintenance, they're too big again.
I've been slowly but surely making alterations on them, myself, as I'm a little handy with sewing. Definitely consider doing so, yourself. If the choice is between giving them away (and losing them forever) and making an alteration that could throw them back into the lineup... why not!
Depending on heaviest/starting size, you may have a seemingly endless pit of "fat clothes" to dispose of or give away. It was fun at first... trying on the old stuff and making room in the closet as item after item filled multiple Hefty bags. But now, finding that forgotten blouse, sweater or skirt is becoming a pain, especially since those are the nicest and most expensive items. And the more sizes lost, the more ridding required.
But... I am looking forward to the day I finally find that last oversized item and bid it farewell forever.
Consider a tailor or taking in yourself for the more expensive items - it may be worth it!
Seriously. I have a small handful of dresses that I love so much! I bought them as rewards when I started losing weight... Now that I'm more-or-less in maintenance, they're too big again.
I've been slowly but surely making alterations on them, myself, as I'm a little handy with sewing. Definitely consider doing so, yourself. If the choice is between giving them away (and losing them forever) and making an alteration that could throw them back into the lineup... why not!
It hasn’t been terribly expensive to go to the local dry cleaner and have them take in a few key items! Its cheaper than purchasing entirely new clothes (and better for the environment tbh).
You will be shopping at thrift stores - take a box, buy a box. LOL
I get rid of my clothes as soon as I realize they're too big (or otherwise don't fit). So I take my box to the back (donations accepted) and then go to the front and go shopping. The guys at Goodwill know me by now! LOL
Now I'm more jealous of those who are overweight because they can also eat whatever they want, whenever they want and not think about fitting it into their calories. I have no desire to be like that again, but sometimes I am jealous.
I can relate to that. I really miss eating whatever I want without thinking about gaining weight.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m glad I lost weight. I’m proud of my accomplishment (losing over 100lbs), but it hasn’t been a completely positive experience.
I notice everybody else's weight (especially children)- and I don't like it. I constantly want to offer unsolicited advice on living a healthy lifestyle because I want everybody to feel as good as I do.
I see this too. People that I thought were in an OK shake, I now see their weight.
I thought that once you get to where you want to be that was “it”. I didn’t realize I would still have to strictly regulate what I eat, it’s not over. In fact I find it hard to maintain at the moment but hopefully that’ll get a little easier with practice. I think I will have to cal count for the rest of my life as I don’t seem to be able to regulate myself without the numbers right in front of me.
This is still better than where I was but I never considered that it would still be a constant battle after the weight came off.
Now I'm more jealous of those who are overweight because they can also eat whatever they want, whenever they want and not think about fitting it into their calories. I have no desire to be like that again, but sometimes I am jealous.
I can relate to that. I really miss eating whatever I want without thinking about gaining weight.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m glad I lost weight. I’m proud of my accomplishment (losing over 100lbs), but it hasn’t been a completely positive experience.
I get this. I was in the gym one Sunday morning and was talking to two other members that I knew pretty well and we were discussing the fact that we were working out on a Sunday morning instead of eating brunch and proceeded to discuss what we would eat for brunch if calories didn't matter. Pretty funny conversation between 3 people that had lost close to 300 pounds between the three of us.
I get this. I was in the gym one Sunday morning and was talking to two other members that I knew pretty well and we were discussing the fact that we were working out on a Sunday morning instead of eating brunch and proceeded to discuss what we would eat for brunch if calories didn't matter. Pretty funny conversation between 3 people that had lost close to 300 pounds between the three of us.
I think everyone who's ever put the weight back on multiple times gets this. Sometimes maintaining the discipline to keep it off is sooo tiring you just want to go back to your old habits once the weight is off.
Your style changes. I didn't realise how much I subconsciously dressed "like a fat person" until I've lost a reasonable amount and saw how many of my clothes were loose fitting styles as opposed to tailored shapes.
Your style changes. I didn't realise how much I subconsciously dressed "like a fat person" until I've lost a reasonable amount and saw how many of my clothes were loose fitting styles as opposed to tailored shapes.
I ran into this again this week! Cooler weather has me shopping to replace things that are just too big, and it's amazing how different this year's wardrobe is compared to last year. I used to think that flowy shirts and oversized sweaters were the way to go, but now I'm realizing that something a little more fitted looks SO much better.
Your style changes. I didn't realise how much I subconsciously dressed "like a fat person" until I've lost a reasonable amount and saw how many of my clothes were loose fitting styles as opposed to tailored shapes.
Totally agree - I still struggle with the proper cut/fit for clothes as my default setting is baggy or relaxed fit. Now that my stomach doesn't extend beyond my chest, I'm slowly getting more comfortable with the idea that tailored items look better.
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-Sitting anywhere is easier. I used to look for the largest chair, the largest booth. I'm still very heavy, but can fit in any seat now no problem.
-People in general, pay more attention to me. I think though, that part of this is my attitude, my confidence has changed.
-Men look me in the eye a lot now. It kind of freaks me out. Maybe I'm more confident and I'm looking at them? I'm not sure.
-I can cross my legs.
-Clothes look much cuter.
-You become a different person inside, in many ways. Because you know the struggles of losing weight.
But... I am looking forward to the day I finally find that last oversized item and bid it farewell forever.
Also, all of my high boots are “wide calf” and are too wide on my leg now. They’re better if I tuck straight leg jeans in.
Consider a tailor or taking in yourself for the more expensive items - it may be worth it!
Seriously. I have a small handful of dresses that I love so much! I bought them as rewards when I started losing weight... Now that I'm more-or-less in maintenance, they're too big again.
I've been slowly but surely making alterations on them, myself, as I'm a little handy with sewing. Definitely consider doing so, yourself. If the choice is between giving them away (and losing them forever) and making an alteration that could throw them back into the lineup... why not!
It hasn’t been terribly expensive to go to the local dry cleaner and have them take in a few key items! Its cheaper than purchasing entirely new clothes (and better for the environment tbh).
I get rid of my clothes as soon as I realize they're too big (or otherwise don't fit). So I take my box to the back (donations accepted) and then go to the front and go shopping. The guys at Goodwill know me by now! LOL
This an often overlooked truth.
"If I just do X or accomplish Y... I'll finally be happy".
"the fault lies not in our stars horatio but in ourselves..."
I can relate to that. I really miss eating whatever I want without thinking about gaining weight.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m glad I lost weight. I’m proud of my accomplishment (losing over 100lbs), but it hasn’t been a completely positive experience.
I see this too. People that I thought were in an OK shake, I now see their weight.
This is still better than where I was but I never considered that it would still be a constant battle after the weight came off.
I get this. I was in the gym one Sunday morning and was talking to two other members that I knew pretty well and we were discussing the fact that we were working out on a Sunday morning instead of eating brunch and proceeded to discuss what we would eat for brunch if calories didn't matter. Pretty funny conversation between 3 people that had lost close to 300 pounds between the three of us.
Ow!!!! I did similar the other month because "bony knee"
I think everyone who's ever put the weight back on multiple times gets this. Sometimes maintaining the discipline to keep it off is sooo tiring you just want to go back to your old habits once the weight is off.
I ran into this again this week! Cooler weather has me shopping to replace things that are just too big, and it's amazing how different this year's wardrobe is compared to last year. I used to think that flowy shirts and oversized sweaters were the way to go, but now I'm realizing that something a little more fitted looks SO much better.
Totally agree - I still struggle with the proper cut/fit for clothes as my default setting is baggy or relaxed fit. Now that my stomach doesn't extend beyond my chest, I'm slowly getting more comfortable with the idea that tailored items look better.