Do I look like I need to lose weight?

MSeel1984

My husband automatically says what all husbands say...(at least the nice ones) "NO. You'e fine, babe, just the way you are."

I want an honest answer.

I have some pictures posted and they should be viewable...granted they're not the most body-concealing...I'm looking for honest (but kind and polite) feedback.

I'm 5'7", 142 lbs and a size 6 pant/dress and size small-medium top (depending on the store). Goal weight is 135, but sometimes it seems unattainable.

Look at my diary if you want. most days I'm under...lately I haven't been as good at logging at the end of the day because we have a new puppy in the house and I also work another part time job...

The feedback is appreciated. Thanks in advance.

sclaibo

If you are happy with your body, then who cares what people think? Being happy and healthy is all that matters

rainbowbow

Do you want MY opinion? Cause my 2 cents don't really mean much.

MSeel1984

If you are happy with your body, then who cares what people think? Being happy and healthy is all that matters

Well the main reason I joined was to try to get back to 135 lbs...I felt prettier at that weight and more comfortable in my own skin...I just haven't been able to get past 139 and I wasn't able to maintain that...I was starving when I was maintaining that weight.

2FatToRun

The above post is spot on. But if you place your self worth in others hands by asking their opinions, then here you go..............

You don't really look fat per say, but you could def use some lifting to gain some muscle mass and look like a super uber hottie.

MSeel1984

Maybe I'll clarify...do I look overweight?

Since I put this weight on, I've FELT overweight...Just want to know if my perception is skewed or if other people see it too.

da_bears10089

figure out what your bodyfat% is and go from there. Maybe you would benefit from doing some heavy lifting in the gym. Concentrate on body composition rather than the number on the scale.

MSeel1984

The above post is spot on. But if you place youe self worth in others hands by asking their opinions, then here you go..............

You don't really look fat per say, but you could def use some lifting to gain some muscle mass and look like a super uber hottie.

I agree with the need to add weights. I've been adding more in lately but I know I can do better...I feel better after cardio than after weight lifting-but I know I need more resistance training/strength training to lean up a bit.

BflSaberfan

You dont look overweight to me at all.

rainbowbow

Maybe I'll clarify...do I look overweight?

Since I put this weight on, I've FELT overweight...Just want to know if my perception is skewed or if other people see it too.

You look like you have a high percentage of body fat. I'll say that. Overweight? Probably not. A high percentage of body fat? Yes.

2FatToRun

Maybe I'll clarify...do I look overweight?

Since I put this weight on, I've FELT overweight...Just want to know if my perception is skewed or if other people see it too.

You could use some lean muscle do it now as you get older you will appreciate it and guess what? If you choose to do so you get to eat more because you will need that fuel to make your muscles :drinker:

kr1stadee

Maybe I'll clarify...do I look overweight?

No.

If you want to be smaller, pick up some weights. 135 is just a number. Focus on how you feel rather than what you weigh.

ochubbycheekso

i honestly think you are fine as you are but thats just my opinion and im sure your husband is telling the truth and thinks you look great too

MSeel1984

Maybe I'll clarify...do I look overweight?

Since I put this weight on, I've FELT overweight...Just want to know if my perception is skewed or if other people see it too.

You look like you have a high percentage of body fat. I'll say that. Overweight? Probably not. A high percentage of body fat? Yes.

Thank you! I've got such a hard time getting past the calorie aspect of things which is why I do SO MUCH cardio.

I know I'm not doing enough weight training...Next time at the gym I'll only do strength training instead of focusing on cardio so much.

Thank you for the frank and kind advice.

LuvtheCubs

Wow. This is a loaded question. I'd suggest not looking at your pictures and try and figure out what you want out of your life. If 100 people tell you you don't need to lose weight, will you believe them or will it take 500 people, or more before you believe them. The issue isn't with your weight. It's about your self confidence, self-worth. No matter how many people tell you you are perfect you won't believe them. So stop. Spend time on figuring out who you are. You are way more than a number on a scale or my opinion of you. You are worth much more than the opinions of thousands of anonymous people on the Internet.

LavenderBouquet

You definitely don't look like you need to lose weight, and definitely not over-weight. That being said if you're not happy where you are then by all means, do what will make you feel better in your own skin!

jenniferrusso7393

Hon, I am shorter than you by 5 inches and I wear a size 6... I think you look great!

MelsAuntie

You look great!! Do as you wish, but if I looked that good I'd call it goal.

carrieous

i think you are the perfect size. However i think you would be happier with your body if you focused on strength training to give you that nice, tight, sculpted look.

magpie0

You look like you could lose weight, not like you need to. You definitely don't look overweight. We're just random people sitting behind computer screens. If you're not happy, do something about it! I'm sure your husband isn't lying.

HiKaren

I think you look great the way you are... But your dog should limit the Peanut Butter. Thanks for sharing your awesome pictures.