back fat

MUSTLOSENOW55
MUSTLOSENOW55 Posts: 181
in Health and Weight Loss
whats the best way to lose my stubborn back fat as shown in my photos? im at a low weight for my height but the fat on my back and outter thighs is sticking. i lost 30 lbs and ive worked out throughout this whole process (weights and cardio) so im not sure what else can be done. if i lose more weight i will be at an unhealthy weight but there is still fat that needs to go. thank you
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  • angelams1019
    angelams1019 Posts: 1,102 Member
    What fat?
  • MUSTLOSENOW55
    MUSTLOSENOW55 Posts: 181
    i wish i could post bigger pics does anyone know how to post them in a thread?
  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
    You could unlock your profile. But if that's you in the mirror there, I have the same question. What fat? I'm thinking you might not be seeing what you actually look like
  • MUSTLOSENOW55
    MUSTLOSENOW55 Posts: 181
    my profile is locked? shoot let me try to fix that now
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    You could unlock your profile. But if that's you in the mirror there, I have the same question. What fat? I'm thinking you might not be seeing what you actually look like

    ^^this
  • MUSTLOSENOW55
    MUSTLOSENOW55 Posts: 181
    i think its fixed now
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    I have to admit I am a little confused - the last 2 pictures look to be of a different person than the first three.
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    How much do you weigh and how tall are you?
  • MUSTLOSENOW55
    MUSTLOSENOW55 Posts: 181
    lol i hope so. the last 2 are me before losing 30 pounds. the first three are recent, close to my goal weight but i have some stubborn back fat still
  • Lyadeia
    Lyadeia Posts: 4,603 Member
    I agree with Sarauk2sf.

    Which pictures am I supposed to be looking at?
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    lol i hope so. the last 2 are me before losing 30 pounds. the first three are recent, close to my goal weight but i have some stubborn back fat still

    Can you post pics of your back now?
  • MUSTLOSENOW55
    MUSTLOSENOW55 Posts: 181
    im pretty happy with the front view but im concerned about excess back fat (love handles) shown in the second pic. if i could make the pic larger you could get a better idea but im not sure how to post pics in threads.
  • Lyadeia
    Lyadeia Posts: 4,603 Member
    You have body dysmorphia...not back fat.
  • sz8soon
    sz8soon Posts: 816 Member
    You don't have love handles, that your eyes are lying to you. Look into body dysmorphia. I think you are still seeing the old you in the mirror rather than the new you.
  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
    lol i hope so. the last 2 are me before losing 30 pounds. the first three are recent, close to my goal weight but i have some stubborn back fat still

    If the first three are your current photos, one, congrats because you look great. And two, I think you may have an unrealistic expectation of what the human body is supposed to look like. At least non competing, non VS model bodies.

    I'm not seeing any extra fat. But perhaps you do want to get to competition levels of body fat. That's fine too. I wouldn't but it's your body. You're just going to have to continue what you've been doing and lose more weight. Keep in mind that you may only lose 1 lb a month at this stage so be patient.
  • 1KiwiChick
    1KiwiChick Posts: 479 Member
    you look great , try looking at my before pics !!! now thats back fat ...you can see it from all angles even the front haha!!! still have some now but pretty happy overall . if you really are concerned go see a personal trainer for 1 session at your local gym and ask him/her to give you a programme. In NZ they will do this in an orientation session.
  • disdatdude
    disdatdude Posts: 118
    Maybe you wont' be able to focus on the number (weight) anymore and you will just have to "tone" to get the look that you want. That can be done by lifting and doing specific exercises. Possibly ditching your cardio for yoga/bikram too.
  • MUSTLOSENOW55
    MUSTLOSENOW55 Posts: 181
    ok thanks i hope so. maybe im still not adjusted to my new body. i dont think that pic is the best to show what im talking about though. ill have to get a better one.
  • XXXMinnieXXX
    XXXMinnieXXX Posts: 3,459 Member
    What others have said. I honestly don't see any fat. If you want any shape changes at this point don't lose more, get into a good lifting programme. You won't 'bulk up'... You'll just get definition where ever you want it. A lot can be done to completely transform your back, if you like that look (I do). I do also think your seeing the old girl in the mirror. Very very common after weight loss. Your Head needs time to catch up! X
  • taso42
    taso42 Posts: 8,980 Member
    Yikes.
    Check out OP's posting history. Was considering lipo at 115 lbs.
  • MUSTLOSENOW55
    MUSTLOSENOW55 Posts: 181
    I've started going to bootcamp 4 days a week just recently. I worked out throughout my whole weight loss but I feel like Ive been stepping up my workout intensity with bootcamp. On Tues we do legs/butt/shoulders, Wed chest/back/abs, Fri full body and Sunday full body. Each workout incorporates INTENSE treadmill running (im talking sprints at 9.0, inclines at level 10) mixed with tons of weights as well. I started these classes 2 or 3 weeks ago so hopefully I will see more improvements if i keep this up
  • MUSTLOSENOW55
    MUSTLOSENOW55 Posts: 181
    ^taso yes i did consult with a plastic surgeon because my problem areas were really bugging me despite being a low weight. he is willing to do it for me but I think I am going to pass on that idea and just keep working out and hope it goes away
  • glitteredgrave
    glitteredgrave Posts: 194 Member
    You look great! I sort of see what you're talking about although you don't have that much of a problem. I'm sure if you keep working out and eating right it'll slowly get slimmer in that area.
  • MoreBean13
    MoreBean13 Posts: 8,701 Member
    you look great and have no visible back fat!
  • AnabolicKyle
    AnabolicKyle Posts: 489 Member
    you look like a model maybe you should see a psychiatrist?
  • LindseyAlyssa
    LindseyAlyssa Posts: 156
    I agree that you don't have anything to worry about on your back, but if you're looking for VS Angel back definition, that requires weight training and photoshop. Definitely give your brain a chance to catch up with your body. You look great, and hopefully you feel great/healthy too!
  • klezmergal
    klezmergal Posts: 2
    If the fat is on the top of your back in the centre, have your thyroid checked with a doctor.
  • geekyjock76
    geekyjock76 Posts: 2,720 Member
    I'm with everyone else in saying you likely are not seeing what you truly look like. I don't know if a history of disordered eating led to body dysmorphia or not but you do not have any visible love handles or back fat at all.
  • sunlover89
    sunlover89 Posts: 436 Member
    What kind of exercise do you do?

    I'm 20lbs heavier than I was this time last year but my measurements are smaller e.g. my waist is 2 inches smaller. I also have muscle definition in my back. Because I started lifting heavy freeweights, particular for back and shoulders. I have a back fat issue too - I still do at 190lbs! But it is a HELL of a lot better now!
  • m60kaf
    m60kaf Posts: 421 Member
    If the fat is on the top of your back in the centre, have your thyroid checked with a doctor.

    ROFL

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