The Tummy "Overhang" ...Give me inspiration!

hey ive tummy overhang at 3 kids all c-section...im 193 lbs..goal is 123 lbs but ive a slip disc issue so cannot do the 30 day shred..im on gm diet 4th day now..

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Seeing all these inspiring stories are great for motivation!
I had twins in July 2012 and have the overhang. I also earned my "stripes" during this time, I was rounder than I was tall.

It's slowly going away as I workout and eat healthy.
Right now it is difficult to find clothes to fit, but I'm ok with that knowing I'm headed in the right direction. I'm not dwelling on my how my stomach looks now. I think about how good I feel, inches lost, and where I'm headed. I'm focussing on my body as whole, inside and out. I believe this is crucial for my new healthy lifestyle.

I dont have pictures but i know what you mean. Mine still hangs a little bit but has shrunk A LOT from when i first started. I have seen how much its shrunk so i have hope that it will be gone one day. Or at least almost gone. Just keep on lowering body fat and eventually it will get better.

Just to add my two cents worth. There are a few other factors such as genetics, age, and as many have already mentioned excercise routine. I would add to it (from my personal experience) is diet. Much of the tummy hang/belly fat is related to carbohydrates. If you have not already done so try to increase your protein and reduce your intake of carbohydrates-I don't advocate anything drastic, I am a fan of moderation. Most importantly don't give up-give it time.

Just to add my two cents worth. There are a few other factors such as genetics, age, and as many have already mentioned excercise routine. I would add to it (from my personal experience) is diet. Much of the tummy hang/belly fat is related to carbohydrates. If you have not already done so try to increase your protein and reduce your intake of carbohydrates-I don't advocate anything drastic, I am a fan of moderation. Most importantly don't give up-give it time.

Oh yes, I hardly ever eat my favorite white rice because it's a bad source of carbs, I cut out all the white carbs, I eat red potatoes once in awhile and brown rice once in awhile but have found a love with brown rice. I have slacked off on carbs a lot lately, besides this past weekend, anyways, I'm back to my plan and work on losing the bit of a pooch I still have left.

One kid, one c-section and I definitely have the "overhang" issue. I think with clothes though, I look ok, so I really don't stress about it too much. Without clothes my skin is droopy and gross, but without surgery, it's not going to go anywhere at this point. You just have to learn to live with it. Yes diet and exercise will reduce the fat, but the loose skin isn't going to go down significantly.

Here's a before and "right now" pic, clothes are on though so you can't see my tummy too much.

Well i guess that settles it then. I'll never have a flat stomach then because i refuse to count or cut back carbs. That's okay, i'm good with my flat-TER tummy

Just eat the good carbs and leave the bad ones out, it can happen. Brown rice instead of white rice, wheat bread instead of white bread, so on. I'm not a fan of wheat bread so I might have flat bread but don't do it often.I don't deprive myself but I know what I want most and food isn't it, I feel for me personally I can sacrifice a few of my favorites in place of the healthier choices. Not everyone wants the same thing which is perfectly fine .

BTW you look fantastic.

Thanks girlfriend! Right back at ya :flowerforyou:

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