Do you tell people you're losing weight?

It depends on the person. If I know it's someone who's going to be supportive of me (i.e., my besties, siblings, parents, gym buddies), I don't mind sharing. It's helpful at times. There have been a few times that I've been out with friends or family and I've nearly made a poor food choice but they reminded me that I was doing well and to be careful. I mean, it's nothing that you don't know, but it's nice to know that they're trying to encourage you to meet your goals. Now, my work colleagues aren't always as helpful, so I don't always waste my time sharing my goals with them. My boss is the worst of all. I think she's jealous that she's not more disciplined, so she does things "passive aggressively". For instance, at someone's going away party I refused the chocolate cake they were offering and left early. My boss was "nice" enough to bring me a piece of cake that was longer than my arm from my elbow to my wrist (no, I'm not exaggerating, I measured it) with extra globs of icing on the side!

I say all that to say this: feel out the situation. If you feel comfortable, go for it! If not, keep it to yourself. Everyone does not have your best interest in mind!

I don't tell anyone anymore because I have lost a lot and people are bored of it, lol. I just do my thing. I used to tell people and I would get unwanted advice, unwanted attention and unwanted criticism. It's none of anyones business anyway. I don't need a reason to say no to a damn doughnut!

Not this time I won't be saying, just because I've been saying I'm going on a diet for the past ten years ! This time i want to prove to myself and to everyone I can do it

I DID at first. I couldn't keep my mouth shut because I was so proud.. then I became discouraged when I assumed people didn't notice. So...I stopped talking about it and different people approach me with praises of my bad chick status :laugh:

In other news I..don't seem to like when people notice anymore. Can't explain it...

I prefer to tell people so that I feel like they're negatively judging me when I don't stick to what I say I'm doing. It's silly but it works for me - everyone's different!

I don't. But here is why: I was once in great shape! And it's embarassing letting people know that I KNOW I've gotten fat. So I just keep it to myself and hope that one day I'll wake up a size 4!

Only if people ask, but with my eating habits and exercise, I get questions a lot. It kind of makes me happy when people say, "what are you doing? you look AMAZING!" because I feel like I become a walking, talking, billboard for people who have a lifelong battle with obesity. It's also therapeutic for me to be able to tell people about the last 8 years of my life and the lifestyle changes I've made to lose 200+lbs. It's a good forum for opening discussion about an otherwise touchy subject!

Not really unless it is brought up. My mum, boyfriend and a few friends know but that is it.
I usually yo yo diet therefore I tend to keep it to myself, or I get the 'uch you don't need to lose weight!' which is annoying. If they saw me naked they would know hahah.

I told people when I set out to lose 40 lbs. I figured it would be harder to quit if people were expecting it. If they didn't think I was capable, I managed to surprise them. Some people are more observant, or reluctant to say something, than others. I've received many comments, including, "I almost didn't recognize you." Even one of my children, who didn't see me until I lost the first 30 lbs., said, "When I first saw you, I wasn't sure it was you." I even made a deal with my husband before I started losing. If I lost the weight, he would quit smoking. He only managed to quit for a week, but I'm still good.

Only if people ask, but with my eating habits and exercise, I get questions a lot. It kind of makes me happy when people say, "what are you doing? you look AMAZING!" because I feel like I become a walking, talking, billboard for people who have a lifelong battle with obesity. It's also therapeutic for me to be able to tell people about the last 8 years of my life and the lifestyle changes I've made to lose 200+lbs. It's a good forum for opening discussion about an otherwise touchy subject!

You're a fitness ambassador! That's great! I've had several people tell me I've inspired them to lose weight. Love when that happens! Very proud of you for changing your lifestyle and for sharing your story with others!

Thank you! It feels good. I've never been "thin" nor an athlete, neither of which I am now, but I'm working toward health in both departments, so I know people around me have watched and hopefully know that if I can do this, they can do it too! Definitely great to be a motivator!