After 65 lb weight loss.. NOW being called fat?

You are so adorable! Such a pretty smile, and your overall shape is looking great! Honestly, I can see quite a difference between your before and after pics. Please don't give up! Having been overweight for most of my life, I know how much the negative comments hurt, but the bottom line is, people will always be rude and assy, whether they are making comments about weight, height, hair, boob size, etc. I started at about your size, and am down 51 lbs as of today. I don't notice any difference in my appearance, but seeing your pictures is SO motivational! You make me feel like it's possible to start running, and like maybe there really is a difference in my appearance that I'm not seeing. So thank you for inspiring me.

Hi!
Go back to the Gym - you can do it. Next time anyone says anything just smile sweetly, look puzzled and say your doing your best to lose weight and what are they doing to improve their manners?
As for kids you can, kindly, point out that it's rude to make comments on peoples weight and haven't their parents told them that?
As for the joker at your work - tell her you didn't find it in the least bit funny!
People are sometimes unaware how nasty and negative they are being. (others are flat out a***holes!)
You look fantastic.
You're doing a great job.
Your worst critic will always be you, don't let others join in.
Losing weight isn't just about dropping numbers, it's an emotional rollercoaster, really tough.
Good luck, be kind to yourself.

I cannot believe people are so cruel sometimes. People that have issues with themselves put others down. You know the sayings, 'misery enjoys company' and 'hurt people hurt people'? Those sayings are so true! They are the ones with the problem, not you. Do not let them stop you from reaching your goals. Don't let anyone stop you from reaching your goals. Just keep your chin up and keep pressing on! No one wants to be around mean people like that. I know their type. They put others down to build their sorry selves up. Just pity them and keep going! You really look awesome, btw. Congratulations on a job well done! Really! Just keep going. You are so worth it.

you have worked very hard and you shouldnt listen to what others say, but in my opinion you don't look fat! people just like to hate. they are probably jealous. you look beautiful.

Keep the good work, and good luck. And don't let the negative people get to you!

I can't believe how RUDE people can be. You look AMAZING! Next time anyone says anything like that (especially the dumb broads at the gym) I'd be tempted to reply with the following:

"At least I am working on improving my weight, your low I.Q. however, will never get any better!"

option 1: next time ask them "How do you do it? not get distracted by the sound of emptiness in your head?"

option 2: kick them in the *kitten* and tell them to **** off for being stupid.

You look AMAZING... Don't stop! I can only echo everyone else... but you've come so far already, don't let negativity win!

You have come to far to let idiots like that derail you. You're a perfect example of hard work, determination, commitment and the results thereof. You've proved you can do it. Remember, this is for you, not a bunch of stupid people that are seeing results and either are now embarrassed or feel guilty. I can't wait to see more pictures of your progress. Can we count on that?

You're doing this for you, not them!!!! You will feel better if you stop feeling sorry for yourself!!!! Don't let them beat you! Don't beat yourself...we've all made a million excuses to get us where we are, don't let stupid people be your excuse.

Pretty sure those girls will fail in life if they continue to act that way, you will succeed in life due to your determination and strength to get through times like these.

PS I think you look AMAZING! Congrats!:flowerforyou:

You look amazing!! and congrats for doing it in such a short time!!! It may just be how you're carrying your weight now versus before, but please stick with it! It's your body and your decision to be a HEALTHY person. We're here to support you!

I am so sad for you. Get back to the gym - you can do it! Don't let them change who you are and where you are headed. Your transformation so far is outstanding!

I know how you feel. I have lost 78 pounds now - 75 before I joined MFP. I just finally hit under 300 pounds. I get it. People did not even notice I was losing weight until I lost the first 40 pounds (except hubby). I think this is because people just didn't notice me, period.

They would look the other way - probably out of fear I would feel like they were staring. I trained myself to avert my eyes while walking down the street. This is something I am working hard at correcting...I have a hard time looking strangers in the eye.

Now that I am under 300 pounds, I have been MOOed at, for ****s sake! I had a man screaming at me in the drive-through of Mcdonald's that I better leave some food for him. People are cruel.

I have done all of my weight-loss here at home. I cannot imagine putting myself out there at a gym - so I commend you for doing this. You are inspiring me to get out there and push myself harder.

Kill them with kindness. I liked the previous comment about answering them honestly - I also like the thought about those girls putting on a weighted vest and competing with you. That is a mental image I think I will hold onto - when others laugh about my efforts...I will imagine them trying to do it with 100 pounds strapped to them.

Chin up - I think you look amazing!

Hi,

I'm the same, I never really noticed any comments when I was 303lbs+ but a few weeks ago I got a "there she blows" comment when I was walking past a group of lads in a club. In all honesty it made me laugh! I was like "i've lost 40lbs and you're making whale comments NOW?!"

This is something our parents tell us, "people who feel the need to comment on others are trying to cover up their own insecurities". it's hard, but brush it off and use them positively. Like those girls in the gym, use it as motivation to run further and faster so you can be like 'yeah, i'm big but i'm still doing this!'

I also think it helps to have a realistic (but not negative) body image. At 275 yeah, you're overweight... AND?! Acknowledge it and embrace it and then go do something about it.

^^^ Exactly this!!!!
You are doing something about your situation, dont let those negative insecure women take that from you. Now you have put on 10lbs after all that hard work you put in because THEY are mad??? Clearly they dont have the will power, but you do. Get back at it, take care of you. Giving up isnt going to make the situation any better, its only going to make you more unhealthy. You're doing great, MFP is here to help. YOu may be 275 today but you can be 265 next month, and with continued dedication be 175 before you know it. YOU have goals, so no one else should matter.

My usual response is "and aren't you ashamed a fat girl is in better shape than you? What does that say about you?"

It happens, people can be cruel. Don't let it bother you. The cruel people are usually taking their own insecurities out on you. Very few women are completely comfortable in their own skin, and unfortunately, some tend to make themselves feel better by being cruel. My usual response is to say something equally mean. (It's not nice, but it's become a running joke at my gym that the "fat girl" can outrun most of the "fit people" ) Own it, and go on with your day and know you did a proper workout while they were too busy judging. Which one is more healthy at the end of the day?

you shouldve said.."Cause Im a bad b@tch!! thats how I do it!"

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I can't believe anyone would say that to anyone!!! Seriously, how rude!

Personally, I think you look amazing! Please remember that while those people are unbelievably rude, you are strong. If you were to challenge one of those girls to a see-who-can-workout-the-hardest duel you'd win. Oh, and you win at life because you are making positive changes.

Keep at it. Do it for you. You've got this!