belly hang??

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  • Francl27
    Francl27 Posts: 26,371 Member
    I'm 142 lbs now and I still have it. I do have most of my weight there though, so I'm hoping to lose some of it by the time I'm at my goal weight... although it's obvious that some of it is loose skin.
  • PikaKnight
    PikaKnight Posts: 34,971 Member
    I didn't mean any offence to anyone by the way- I've just dealt with negativity around weight loss and people assuming an eating disorder myself and seeing people negatively judged for an incredible achievement that they should be proud of is a button for me.

    Just a friendly suggestion: Next time take a step back and realize this isn't about you or being said "to" you. Then re-read what is being said and try to be subjective as to why. No one is "hating" or "jealous" of her losing the weight. We were just concerned because of the possibility that it was lost unhealthily. It also helps us understand her question better in regards to her stomach issues as I pointed out in my own post.
  • GadgetGuy2
    GadgetGuy2 Posts: 291 Member
    If you gained weight quickly, then you might have torn the dermis (stretch marks, like from pregnancy).

    Otherwise, you will need to wait until your skin cells die and are replaced with fewer, smaller skin cells, which can take years. This assumes you have lost all the fat underneath the epidermis/dermis.
  • _jayciemarie_
    _jayciemarie_ Posts: 574 Member
    I didn't mean any offence to anyone by the way- I've just dealt with negativity around weight loss and people assuming an eating disorder myself and seeing people negatively judged for an incredible achievement that they should be proud of is a button for me.

    Just a friendly suggestion: Next time take a step back and realize this isn't about you or being said "to" you. Then re-read what is being said and try to be subjective as to why. No one is "hating" or "jealous" of her losing the weight. We were just concerned because of the possibility that it was lost unhealthily. It also helps us understand her question better in regards to her stomach issues as I pointed out in my own post.

    I'm just curious since someone pointed out that 4lbs a week is doable---how is it healthy that (lets just say) a girl that is 165 loses 4lbs a week? I'm 190lbs and I can't eat or exercise low enough to lose 4lbs on AVERAGE every WEEK. So, what kind of crazy defecit is someone doing to lose 4lbs consistently EVERY week???? It does not make sense.
  • PikaKnight
    PikaKnight Posts: 34,971 Member
    I didn't mean any offence to anyone by the way- I've just dealt with negativity around weight loss and people assuming an eating disorder myself and seeing people negatively judged for an incredible achievement that they should be proud of is a button for me.

    Just a friendly suggestion: Next time take a step back and realize this isn't about you or being said "to" you. Then re-read what is being said and try to be subjective as to why. No one is "hating" or "jealous" of her losing the weight. We were just concerned because of the possibility that it was lost unhealthily. It also helps us understand her question better in regards to her stomach issues as I pointed out in my own post.

    I'm just curious since someone pointed out that 4lbs a week is doable---how is it healthy that (lets just say) a girl that is 165 loses 4lbs a week? I'm 190lbs and I can't eat or exercise low enough to lose 4lbs on AVERAGE every WEEK. So, what kind of crazy defecit is someone doing to lose 4lbs consistently EVERY week???? It does not make sense.

    It's not healthy at all.
  • ggxx100
    ggxx100 Posts: 520 Member
    Congrats on your weight loss! It is such an accomplishment, regardless of the skepticism on here.

    However, I do believe there's a correlation between the way in which you lost the weight, the short time period, and your overall body composition. The faster weight loss is usually accompied by simple caloric restriction plus cardio, which obviously does your muscle no good and doesn't benefit your body fat percentage. Also, through personal experience your skin needs time...when weight is lost more slowly your skin has a chance to adapt, whereas if it was done too quickly your skin won't be able to bounce back as it would normally.

    I'd hit the weights to get your body fat percentage where it should be, and not focus on the belly for now! I had plenty of stretch marks and some loose skin after losing the weight (even though it was slowly and with no cardio!)..however now that I've been maintaining and lifting for over a year I can't find them! Not necessarily always the case, but its very possible.
  • BuManCuzBrah
    BuManCuzBrah Posts: 23
    i've lost about 50lbs since september 24th of this year... i was at 205.7 and currently am 155.9. I am concerned with my stomach, as every where seems to be dropping the pounds but my lower stomach, which also hangs over. how long will this take before it starts to go away?

    50lbs in less than 3 months? How is that possible?

    Right?!? Especially starting just above 200.

    Again--why is everyone avoiding the obvious question-- How does someone go from 205.7 to 155.9 in less than 3 months??????

    I question whether she would have this belly overhang issue if she lost weight more slowly. Hmm...

    hi everyone. to be 100% honest i have no clue how I was able to loose the weight so fast... i haven't used any special products, haven't starved myself... i've just been loosing it quickly. and it is possible depending on your deficit. even if you watch most of the people on extreme makeover weight loss edition, or biggest losers, they workout a lot. which is how they get a deficit.
    I really was just curious. Ive never watched those shows and if you say more exercise than im on the right track. I walk an average of 4 miles daily. Im dropping weight fast but I wish I could do 2 lbs a week. Thats would be sweet. And if more exercise will help that then im walking more ty
  • BuManCuzBrah
    BuManCuzBrah Posts: 23
    Oh and by all means congratulations on your accomplishments.
  • acogg
    acogg Posts: 1,870 Member

    It's not healthy at all.

    Are you suggesting she go back and relose the weight? It is what it is, none of this other stuff has anything to do with the OP's question. Please everyone, don't sidetrack the thread in order to find fault. The OP has lost weight, has a question about her skin. That is all.
  • psuLemon
    psuLemon Posts: 38,427 MFP Moderator

    It's not healthy at all.

    Are you suggesting she go back and relose the weight? It is what it is, none of this other stuff has anything to do with the OP's question. Please everyone, don't sidetrack the thread in order to find fault. The OP has lost weight, has a question about her skin. That is all.

    I agree we need to stay on topic. To answer the question, there is no determination of when a persons skin can shrink back into place, especially since it was quick weight loss. Like I pointed out, it depends on her composition. If she is not planning to lose any more weight, she should set her account to maintain, set macro's that will allow her to hit 1g of protein and .35g of fat per lb of lean body mass and do a lot of weight training and hope for recomposition. Or she needs to do a few bulk/cut phases to fill in her skin.
  • Vincenttarah
    Vincenttarah Posts: 1
    You're also young. Your metabolism works better than the old folks ;) I know I was able to lose weight in high school quicker and easier than I can now, and I'm in my later 20s. As long as you're not doing anything unhealthy, don't worry about what other think or say. You keep doing what's working for you. Congratulations again!
  • katznkt
    katznkt Posts: 320 Member
    Time, toning aka lifting, age and genetics.

    It can take up to two years for your skin to reach peak retraction. Lifting heavy things will tone your core. Your age should help, but no clue if your genetics predispose you to poor skin elasticity.
  • AnnaMarieDinVa
    AnnaMarieDinVa Posts: 162 Member
    Keep it up! Don't let the naysayers detract from your success. Listen to your body and keep going strong.

    This!!! You are young, so it is easier to lose. Also, being young makes it more likely that you will have a flat belly when you lose the rest of your weight, or shortly thereafter.
  • fitaholic718
    fitaholic718 Posts: 19 Member
    It will probably be the last thing to go. I'm with you though. My belly hangs & that just pushes me harder towards my goals. I will lose it all and so will you.:wink:
  • BekaBooluvsu
    BekaBooluvsu Posts: 470 Member
    You look great! Congrats! Keep up the good work and ignore mean people they are just jealous. Big hugs!!:flowerforyou:
  • jenifr818
    jenifr818 Posts: 805 Member
    Maybe I'm just not looking at the OP's picture very well, but if that's what she calls a belly hang ... well, heck, give me THAT belly hang! I personally think she looks great!
  • janesmith1
    janesmith1 Posts: 1,511 Member
    OP before you got big did your belly look similar to how it looks now? I've lost weight before & for me it seems to go back to how it was before I got big, if that makes sense. I've always had a tremendous belly btw.

    Just wondering, are you doing a lot of stomach exercises? I think they help a LOT, seriously. You won't lose weight there but things will tighten, does that make sense?

    http://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Abs-Meghan-White/dp/B000B5XPFG

    That's the killer ab one. KILLER!!! No lie!!! It DID tighten up my abs, and I've always had a HUGE lower belly.

    GLTY!
  • skinnyinnotime
    skinnyinnotime Posts: 4,078 Member
    How long is s piece of string?

    Just keep burning the fat and you will get there
  • supergirl6
    supergirl6 Posts: 224 Member
    It takes time. It also takes great genetics.

    My doc recommends fish oil to help with skin elasticity. And weight training. Drink lots of water. There's no way to make your body target a specific area.
  • dmt4641
    dmt4641 Posts: 409 Member
    I was able to get rid of my stomach pooch after having kids by watching my carb intake (moderate carb, I can't exercise and feel horrible on low carb), lots of plank variations and leg drop exercises, full body weight lifting and interval cardio. That combo worked for me, but I am also a pear shape and it is my legs that lose weight last, not my stomach.
  • xxxoxjac
    xxxoxjac Posts: 2
    She is also 14 years old. When your younger it's alot easier to lose weight quicker.

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