Do I look my weight?

chel325
chel325 Posts: 199 Member
edited November 3 in Health and Weight Loss
Hey guys, I'm new here.

Not sure if this belongs here but it sorta has to do with weight loss..

I was wondering if I look like I'm 239 pounds, when I see myself in pictures or the mirror I never think I look as big as I weigh so I just wanted to hear others opinions.

BTW even though I'm not losing weight for the looks, I am doing it because I feel unhealthy. I was a smoker and heavy drinker so I'm just to just trying to all together turn my life around and be fit. I want to run marathons and climb mountains :)

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  • jwdieter
    jwdieter Posts: 2,582 Member
    Sure? It's not a big deal. You weigh 239. In a few months, if you eat to target, you'll be noticeably lighter. Good luck.
  • TheGymGypsy
    TheGymGypsy Posts: 1,023 Member
    When I was 190 pounds I thought I looked like I was 130 pounds. Now that I am 130 pounds I feel like I look like I weight 190 pounds. Perception will always be skewed.
  • chel325
    chel325 Posts: 199 Member
    Thanks are you're right it's not a big deal. Not something I'm focused on but just wondering.
  • fivethreeone
    fivethreeone Posts: 8,196 Member
    You look like you are at an unhealthy weight.

    Since that's true, the number doesn't really matter, does it?
  • chel325
    chel325 Posts: 199 Member
    When I was 190 pounds I thought I looked like I was 130 pounds. Now that I am 130 pounds I feel like I look like I weight 190 pounds. Perception will always be skewed.
    Yeah I've seen this problem a lot. Why do you think you look 190 now though?
  • seltzermint555
    seltzermint555 Posts: 10,740 Member
    I have no clue. To me you look fairly short, and therefore I'd think you were probably under 200.

    It is seriously hard to guess others' weights.
  • kmtbest
    kmtbest Posts: 8 Member
    Standing next to a skinny friend never helps! lol I wouldn't have picked you to be 100kgs+ but you are what you are so it doesn't really matter. I never realised how big I was until I saw a photo of myself. Good luck on your journey to health :)
  • chel325
    chel325 Posts: 199 Member
    I have no clue. To me you look fairly short, and therefore I'd think you were probably under 200.

    It is seriously hard to guess others' weights.
    Yeah I am ridiculously short .

    Yeah I'm thinking that everyone carries their weight differently.
  • chel325
    chel325 Posts: 199 Member
    Standing next to a skinny friend never helps! lol I wouldn't have picked you to be 100kgs+ but you are what you are so it doesn't really matter. I never realised how big I was until I saw a photo of myself. Good luck on your journey to health :)
    Haha yeah I <3 this skinny friend. But she's nuts, she thinks she's too skinny and therefore unattractive :( Women just can't ever win.
  • Soloflyergirl2
    Soloflyergirl2 Posts: 127 Member
    I'm older and sensitive to these questions. I still have weight issues..... but to answer your question: You look like you are under five feet five. That said..... you should weigh around 150 to 160, at the least...... but don't rush it, don't starve yourself. Set a plan. As soon as you lose ten pounds you are going to feel soooo much better and then look better , too. Set smaller goals because in order to look as good as you want ... it's going to take some walking..... some dance videos...... some reviewing of what you are eating...... daily. Do it. You look like you are a happy person with friends, support, and a positive attitude. The health benefits of being in your proper weight range is worth its weight in gold. You will feel like a million bucks. Best wishes.
  • vanillacoffee
    vanillacoffee Posts: 1,024 Member
    I definitely do not think you look that weight!
    Good luck on your journey :) Some of the comments seem a little critical, esp if you are just starting out!

    You seem lucky in that you dont look your weight now- imagine how much smaller you will look sooner before you even get there! You seem to hold weight well on your figure.

    Again, good luck! :)
  • Mokey41
    Mokey41 Posts: 5,769 Member
    You look very much the same as my daughter in law who is 240 lbs so I'd say yes, you look that heavy.
  • Sovictorrious
    Sovictorrious Posts: 770 Member
    You look like you weight over 200. I know because I am.
  • qtgonewild
    qtgonewild Posts: 1,930 Member
    yep.
  • TheFitHooker
    TheFitHooker Posts: 3,357 Member
    When I weighed 250 I thought I was at least 180. I did not imagine me as big as I was, but to be perfectly honest, you do look your weight.
  • RoyBeck
    RoyBeck Posts: 947 Member
    Yes but I know you've got it in you to look whatever weight you want to be. Good luck honey!
  • pastryari
    pastryari Posts: 8,646 Member
    You look like you are at an unhealthy weight.

    Since that's true, the number doesn't really matter, does it?

    This.
  • Achrya
    Achrya Posts: 16,913 Member
    Yes.
  • whierd
    whierd Posts: 14,025 Member
    Yes, I would have guessed around 250ish.
  • brower47
    brower47 Posts: 16,356 Member
    Yes, because I know what I looked like when I weighed 195. But that doesn't really matter. What matters is getting to a healthy weight in a healthy manner. Good luck.
  • srcardinal10
    srcardinal10 Posts: 387 Member
    Yes, you look like you're at an unhealthy weight...but you're here to make a change and that's all that matters in end right?
  • born2drum
    born2drum Posts: 731 Member
    Yea I'd say so.
  • Iron_Lotus
    Iron_Lotus Posts: 2,295 Member
    I would also say yes, but it's ok you're here, so you won't look it for long :)
  • tigerblue
    tigerblue Posts: 1,526 Member
    I never know about the numbers! But I would say that you do look overweight. But that does not mean you are not attractive! It is good that your motivation is for being healthier and feeling better, because those are the true wins!

    i do know where you are coming from though. I have, my entire life, looked like I weigh MORE than I do because of the way I carry my weight. I once had one of those people at a carnival guess my weight, and he guessed 12 pounds over my current weight!! I was 16 years old, and it devastated me!

    I finally have made peace with my shape, and I know how to dress my body so I look hot now!

    All the best to you.
  • chel325
    chel325 Posts: 199 Member
    I'm older and sensitive to these questions. I still have weight issues..... but to answer your question: You look like you are under five feet five. That said..... you should weigh around 150 to 160, at the least...... but don't rush it, don't starve yourself. Set a plan. As soon as you lose ten pounds you are going to feel soooo much better and then look better , too. Set smaller goals because in order to look as good as you want ... it's going to take some walking..... some dance videos...... some reviewing of what you are eating...... daily. Do it. You look like you are a happy person with friends, support, and a positive attitude. The health benefits of being in your proper weight range is worth its weight in gold. You will feel like a million bucks. Best wishes.
    Aww thanks :)

    Yeah I'm 4'11 and I believe I'm supposed to weigh like 105 sooo yeah I've got a long way to go haha. Thanks for all your support though and yeah I've already lost 7 pounds in the first 3 weeks and I feel pretty good so I'm motivated and ready to lose 100 pounds more!
  • chel325
    chel325 Posts: 199 Member
    Yes, I would have guessed around 250ish.

    Thanks for your honesty!
  • LiftAllThePizzas
    LiftAllThePizzas Posts: 17,857 Member
    BTW even though I'm not losing weight for the looks, I am doing it because I feel unhealthy. I was a smoker and heavy drinker so I'm just to just trying to all together turn my life around and be fit. I want to run marathons and climb mountains :)
    You have good and worthwhile goals. Just get healthy and strong, looks will follow naturally.
  • kgbsn80
    kgbsn80 Posts: 21
    Yes! I was heavier than you 246/250 almost two years ago. speaking for myself! I was in denial when it came down to my weight at times. one of my reality checks was when the weight began to creep back into the 230's and I remember promising myself that I would never go back to 250 if I could control it. I now weigh 211 pounds with the help of watching calories and exercise. This is a lifestyle journey for me and it took me a while to realize that. The point that I am trying to make is , If you are happy with the way you look than that's ok but if you know deep inside you want to make a change "GO FOR IT".
  • dghtaylor
    dghtaylor Posts: 1
    Sure, glad you're here. I encourage you to find those marathons and mountains because it won't be long you will be running and climbing them all!
  • kat65
    kat65 Posts: 124 Member
    Yes, you do.

    I have the same problem though. I'm always shocked when I see myself in a mirror.
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