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So tell us...is being skinny worth it?

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  • For me personally being skinny is not the goal. But being happy and healthy and happy in my skin is.
  • kdbnmd
    kdbnmd Posts: 16 Member
    Having a better quality of life by being healthier is worth it to me.
  • annette_15
    annette_15 Posts: 1,657 Member
    Shameless bump for more replies
  • SunKissed1989
    SunKissed1989 Posts: 1,314 Member
    I don't consider myself skinny (far from it!) but losing nearly 2 stone in weight has given me more confidence and a spring in my step. Although I've not hit my goal weight, I'm at a stage where I can look at my body (completely nude) and think "Yeah, not too shabby!" When before, I'd be disgusted at what I saw and rush to get a towel or a robe around me!

    I'm not skinny, and don't plan to be, but not being overweight really is worth it :smile:
  • 4mricandy
    4mricandy Posts: 159 Member
    Well, let me put it to you the way my doctor said it to me...
    "Look around! You don't see a lot of fat old people!"

    Message received!
  • bunbunzee44
    bunbunzee44 Posts: 592 Member
    I hate the word skinny, and I don't consider myself one.. but what is fun about stuffing my face with unhealthy food? Yes I can enjoy pizza sometimes, but I'm very happy that I only need a small amount to fill me. One slice of cake at a party? Sure. But I find nothing appealing eating loads of junk, it always makes me feel sick.
    I eat a fair amount of food, go to gym because I find it enjoyable and fun, watch what I eat because I don't want to eat crappy foods.. I like to fit into my clothes and look nice in the mirror. I like doing things without getting out of breath the next moment. I like having more energy (which is pretty mood lifting!) :) I still get to eat when I'm hungry! And healthy food is delicious too ^^
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