Women prefer bellies over 6-packs
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I'm sure they do. But the reasons for that preference are all messed up. It's based solely on stereotypes.
It doesn't even mention that a lot of women feel insecure about themselves if their partner is fit.
Who can keep up with all this?
I know, women are such a PITA. Sorry!!!!! That's just..... that's just who we are.
...What is PITA?0 -
I find bellies gross, as well. I hate mine. I for sure dont want my man to have one.
Where are the men that like women with bellies?
I bet the numbers are way different from the other perspective.0 -
I find bellies gross, as well. I hate mine. I for sure dont want my man to have one.
Where are the men that like women with bellies?
I bet the numbers are way different from the other perspective.
I'd bet men don't mind as much as girls do. Women are cute with a little chub! Then again, are we talking 10 - 30lbs over prime weight for body structure, or 50+?0 -
big bellies????? what about big.......??0
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Oh, and for the record... offering to buy a drink is probably the worst approach these days.
If I go out to the bar... it's to go dancing. I will have one, maybe two drinks at all that night, and the rest is water. That means that IF I were even receptive to have a drink bought for me, it would have to be as SOON as I get there.
99% of the time, I decline all drinks and conversation is over.
A person would have a much better chance at striking up a conversation about something I'm wearing,
These days, I simply respond by letting them know that I'm seeing someone, and that I appreciate the offer but will be sticking to water for the rest of the night. That way, if they just feel like chatting, then they know up front that I want no more than that.
On a side note... I responded that way and the guy responded with offering to buy me my next water. well played.0 -
I'm sure they do. But the reasons for that preference are all messed up. It's based solely on stereotypes.
It doesn't even mention that a lot of women feel insecure about themselves if their partner is fit.
Who can keep up with all this?
I know, women are such a PITA. Sorry!!!!! That's just..... that's just who we are.
...What is PITA?
Pain In The A**0 -
I call lies, lies lies! Fit does not mean their obsessed with themselves just means
:blushing: you'll get more attention and time in the bedroom
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I'm just here for the 6 packs....:bigsmile:
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I find bellies gross, as well. I hate mine. I for sure dont want my man to have one.
Where are the men that like women with bellies?
I bet the numbers are way different from the other perspective.
I'd bet men don't mind as much as girls do. Women are cute with a little chub! Then again, are we talking 10 - 30lbs over prime weight for body structure, or 50+?
As long as I do not have to move it out the way to get to where I am trying to get to I am cool.0 -
The OP referenced "big bellies" and "beer bellies", not just undefined / non-6 pack stomachs. If you have a big gut hanging down over your belt line, I would suggest that there are health problems on the horizon for you...
It would increase risk of disease. But so do a lot of other things that have absolutely nothing to do with waist circumference or weight. A man with a beer belly could have just as much muscle underneath as the man with a 6 pack. And they could have less disease risk factors than the man with the 6-pack.
And none of that will necessarily affect the fun and satisfaction one has in a relationship. There are no guarantees of health. I doubt many women would want to be with a man just because they thought he might have less risk of disease later. If so, they'd be asking for a complete medical history, including family history, before deciding who to date.
We can only rationally discuss the factors that are available - in this thread, it is about a man's physical fitness, based upon the presence of a beer belly. Speaking of / dreaming up other possible risk factors is pointless because they are unknowns and off point.
We do know that people who are obese have a higher risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer, heart disease, etc. If a person has a big belly, they are generally not eating a healthy diet and not exercising enough. These are not exactly earth shattering or controversial observations, are they?
We don't know a lot of things, such as:
- if the women in the survey gave long term health a thought (I would guess no, since it's unknown for both groups)
- if the beer belly men's diet is more or less healthy than the 6-pack men
- if the beer belly men have a higher risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer, heart disease
- if the beer belly men are obese
What we do know:
- You sterotyping the men as obese and with a poor diet, is exactly the same type of stereotyping as women thinking 6-pack = boring and self absorbed.0 -
Yes. Yes there is.
But if you were after friendly, you would learn really quickly that my sisters weren't for you.
And as a note - my sisters have bought guys drinks at a bar. But again, my sisters have confidence in spades - which is what this sidetracked conversation was about.
then i guess your right in saying that her approach goes a long way in finding out if she is compatible with whomever is trying to get her attention lol0 -
It depends on what they prefer them for. A guy for just a roll in the hay - 6-pack for sure. However, a nice and funny guy with a belly definitely wins over the opposite with a 6-pack.
Women like men that make them laugh.0 -
bummed that most of these 'meeting new people' scenarios seem to be centered around bars and alcohol. two things i've been forced to ban my childish self from lol0
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Time to Bulk0
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There is an awful lot of generalizing going on here. I have dated some guys with bellies who were pretty full of themselves, too. Having a belly does not make you a good boyfriend.0
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how YOUUU doin'???Time to Bulk0 -
bummed that most of these 'meeting new people' scenarios seem to be centered around bars and alcohol. two things i've been forced to ban my childish self from lol
I can say for the year I turned 21 that I went to the bar over 100 times. Bars are always fun but now I like to go and be sober which is something new for me.0 -
It depends on what they prefer them for. A guy for just a roll in the hay - 6-pack for sure. However, a nice and funny guy with a belly definitely wins over the opposite with a 6-pack.
Women like men that make them laugh.
:huh: :huh: :huh:
You are prolly right though.0 -
I'd prefer a leaner man over one with a belly. Doesn't necessarily have to be a 6-pack, but lean is nice. I have a range that I prefer. I've always tried to stay somewhat healthy (with a few years of fail on that), and being with a guy that at least tries, too, would be nice.0
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^^ pretty sure thats what hell will be like for me lol
opps, i mean forced to be around drunk people till 4 am while i'm 100% sober0 -
1. What women say they want
2. What women think they want
3. What women actually respond to
So true.0 -
Time to Bulk
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What we do know:
- You sterotyping the men as obese and with a poor diet, is exactly the same type of stereotyping as women thinking 6-pack = boring and self absorbed.
Umm, if you are obese, you are eating too many calories; excessive eating = a poor diet. If that isn't your understanding, I'm dying to know where you think that body fat comes from.0 -
bummed that most of these 'meeting new people' scenarios seem to be centered around bars and alcohol. two things i've been forced to ban my childish self from lol
Dating is a numbers game. Do whatever you have to, to meet MORE people. It's why I like online dating! So many choices. There have been times I've gone on a different date every night for a week!0 -
bummed that most of these 'meeting new people' scenarios seem to be centered around bars and alcohol. two things i've been forced to ban my childish self from lol
Meh. There are a lot of places to meet people besides a bar.0 -
instead of the muscle shirt we got
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ehhh I guess I'm that 1/4 then. I don't find beer bellies attractive, why do I want to be a with a man who looks pregnant? :noway:
I'm all for a flat belly or toned or 6 pack.0 -
yeah...there in lies my big problem....
Conversation.....
or I just talk about stupid stuff.....that they could honestly care less about.
stuff that is important to YOU is not stupid stuff.
It may be stupid to them- but it isn't to you.
But when you find someone who is engaged and passionate about what they do- and you have things that over lap- thats when it works.
Mine could give two whoots about fabric- and beads- and dance- but I get visibly excited- eyes light up- hands start going- I can't stand still.
He gets excited about boxing- or gaming.
I get the same way about motorcycles- he does too. We both have something we love- and we have something we love that overlaps- win win.
(steak- we also have steak)
You just gotta find someone who gets as excited about stuff as you do.Someone who can engage a stranger in an enthralling conversation certainly has a lot of 'game'.
It would be wrong to assume that those who do not possess the particular gift are incapable of meaningful and stimulating conversation when they know you better or are otherwise more comfortable.
clearly this plays into the confidence thing though
Well. I agree- to a point. But if you are in a highly social setting- I expect some sort of verbal sparring. Or at the VERY least- some really confident eye contact- engaging verbally isn't all there is to confidence. Seriously. Body language and confidence are strongly tied together.
My BF has no issues being playful and throws banter about- but put him in a bar and his is miserable- but at some point- you have to come out of the shell and show that you can engage... we are at a bar- and you don't- you're getting passed over. So fi that isn't your arena and you aren't comfortable- then don't go to bars- and if you do- I don't expect you'd be approaching women.0 -
bummed that most of these 'meeting new people' scenarios seem to be centered around bars and alcohol. two things i've been forced to ban my childish self from lol
Dating is a numbers game. Do whatever you have to, to meet MORE people. It's why I like online dating! So many choices. There have been times I've gone on a different date every night for a week!
Sounds fun.0 -
bummed that most of these 'meeting new people' scenarios seem to be centered around bars and alcohol. two things i've been forced to ban my childish self from lol
Dating is a numbers game. Do whatever you have to, to meet MORE people. It's why I like online dating! So many choices. There have been times I've gone on a different date every night for a week!
Sounds fun.
What can I say. I know how to have fun. I had ice cream for breakfast.0
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