Do I look my weight?
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chel325
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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
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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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.0
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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.0
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Thanks are you're right it's not a big deal. Not something I'm focused on but just wondering.0
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You look like you are at an unhealthy weight.
Since that's true, the number doesn't really matter, does it?0 -
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.0
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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.0 -
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 health0
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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'm thinking that everyone carries their weight differently.0 -
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 health0
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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.0
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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.
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You look very much the same as my daughter in law who is 240 lbs so I'd say yes, you look that heavy.0
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You look like you weight over 200. I know because I am.0
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yep.0
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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.0
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Yes but I know you've got it in you to look whatever weight you want to be. Good luck honey!0
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You look like you are at an unhealthy weight.
Since that's true, the number doesn't really matter, does it?
This.0 -
Yes.0
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Yes, I would have guessed around 250ish.0
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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.0
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