Does anyone ELSE have a hard time seeing a 20lb difference o

joyelise
joyelise Posts: 15 Member
edited September 27 in Success Stories
My family and teachers tell me how much weight they think I've lost.
But 20lbs, doesn't look like ANYTHING at all to me.
I wouldn't have thought I've lost anything if it wasn't for the scale and the way my pants fall off my *kitten* when I walk now.

190lbs.
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x327/brunetteftw/1902.jpg

vs.

180lbs.
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x327/brunetteftw/180.jpg

vs.

170lbs
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x327/brunetteftw/EWWW170-1.jpg


So.. anyone else have a hard time seeing a 20lb difference on themselves, or is it just me?
«1

Replies

  • sweetie89207
    sweetie89207 Posts: 361
    i've lost 33 lbs and cant see it at all...i know ive lost it from the way clothes fit but i still feel like i look the same...guess its that idea that u see urself constantly in the mirror and cant really notice...idk
  • cupcakelover103
    cupcakelover103 Posts: 197 Member
    I have trouble seeing it in myself as well, i've lost 19lbs now.
    But i can see a difference in your hips for sure. Keep pushing through and be patient :)
    I would also recommend taking measurements!
  • completebeginnings
    completebeginnings Posts: 34 Member
    I can tell. Mostly in the love handle region and in the muffin top region.I have those too but am not brave enough to post pics. I have to loose a lot for anyone to notice. I am one of those people who wears a size 10 when I weigh 135 or 160 it just hangs differently ( not what I weigh now). It is frustrating, but good job and keep going.
  • kymarai
    kymarai Posts: 3,736 Member
    Actually there is a difference. Your belly is much flatter and your waist is better defined. Our own eyes are deceiving. You are doing well! Keep it up!
  • cingerl
    cingerl Posts: 62 Member
    I feel the exact same way! Looking at a video from November I definetly see the difference in my face and my legs. Now my belly and my chest seem just as big to me. My pants are a lot more loose and my shirts are really big. Now I know what I have to work on. I have 5 more pounds to reach my goal and then it's crunches and toning.
  • fireflydestruct
    fireflydestruct Posts: 4
    I guess it's just more gradual when you're constantly seeing yourself. You look great :)
  • n0pants3ver
    n0pants3ver Posts: 175
    Your stomach and boobs look smaller. It's hard to notice it on yourself because you look at yourself every single day.
  • dnsrmr
    dnsrmr Posts: 99 Member
    Okay so if you really want a real life scenario of what you've lost - go to the grocery store and lift a 20 pound bag of potatoes, then you'll give yourself more credit. That's alot of weight. It really is, and when people comment on it - take it as a compliment and simply say "thank you".
    Kp up the gd work~ :o)
  • Aesop101
    Aesop101 Posts: 758 Member
    It took nearly a 60 lb. loss before I really saw any difference. That was starting from 350. I could feel it as early as 30 lbs. by pant size etc. But at 60 lbs. I noticed one day how far my belly was from my steering wheel. It use to touch. Awesome day that was!
  • GypsyWagon
    GypsyWagon Posts: 82 Member
    Definitely a difference...keep up the good work! We're our own worst critics for sure. But, the scale and your pants don't lie...better buy some new slacks, or make sure you're wearing pretty undies, LOL.
  • joyelise
    joyelise Posts: 15 Member
    I definitely say thank you. Sometimes just am a bit confused on how they see it! Lol.
    Thanks for commenting though.
  • kayemme
    kayemme Posts: 1,782 Member
    the difference between 190-180 is spectacular. the lowest one is slight and probably not too noticeable with clothes on to your own eyes... but certainly other people will be able to see it. great work!
  • path2a6pack
    path2a6pack Posts: 27 Member
    I am myself worst critic - its a character thing - some enjoy and appreciate the small achievements and some find it difficult to enjoy even bigger achievements - I struggle with that on many levels - I lost 32 pounds so far but I can only see the fat on my belly still - I know that even when I get ripped lol I will say but my muscles are not big enough and when my muscles get big enough I will say they are not deep enough (get the picture?)
    It took the toring of my knee (ACL & MCL) to appreciate the simple action of jumping, running, or doing a few jumping jacks - some times it takes major loss to make us celebrate the smallest of gifts.
    Hope this helps
  • damwilki29
    damwilki29 Posts: 2
    I know exactly what you all mean! You have to look at pictures constantly to believe how far you've come. I actually heard a segment about this concept on Science Friday on NPR (nerd alert). I don't recall all the details, but suffice it to say that if you've been overweight for quite awhile and then lose weight, your brain takes a bit of time to catch up to your actual image rather than the self-image it has always created for you.
  • misschristi
    misschristi Posts: 119 Member
    YES!! omg i have lost 24 pounds and i feel like i dont look ANY different. took pics in the beginning and now and i can see a small difference in pics, but looking in the mirror i cant see anything. and it sucks SO much because i feel like 24 is a big number to lose and the fact that i cant see a difference is so defeating :/
    idk i kind of take it like motivating too because i am like well i want to get to a point where i can see a change so i want to work hard to see it.
  • wgrape
    wgrape Posts: 40 Member
    I was having difficulty seeing the changes in the mirror....then my work ID badge broke and when I looked at it, I couldn't believe the difference! I asked if I could take a new pic LOL
  • dwyadygwyad
    dwyadygwyad Posts: 46 Member
    Hey, my profile pic shows what just 5 lbs of fat looks like. You lost 4 of those!!!!

    That is AWESOME!!!
  • mghane
    mghane Posts: 109 Member
    There's definitely a difference there, and many times because you see yourself everyday, you can't tell. Your waist (which is pretty much the only area we can compare via pics has definitely become more defined, and your stomach is flattening. For me personally, the first changes I could see was in my face, and then my clothes started becoming looser... take other people's word for it... they have no reason to lie about it!
  • Jorra
    Jorra Posts: 3,338 Member
    I've lost 20 pounds as well, and I can't see it on me at all. I don't know when I'll notice it (besides my pants not fitting anymore...)

    Good work, though!
  • melindainindy
    melindainindy Posts: 1
    Yes... I feel the same way ive lost 74 pounds and people tell me they can tell ive lost but other than how my pants feel and the scale saying a smaller number i dont see a difference I tell people that and they think iam crazy oh yes you know you see a difference my husband has lost 57 pounds yes i can see a difference and my girls have lost 12 and 13 between the both of them and I can see the difference with them but for some reason when i look in the mirror i still see the same person not 74 pounds lighter wish i did though
  • greenemoe
    greenemoe Posts: 14 Member
    It's funny that you ask this because I am saying the same thing to my self. I have lost a total of 28lbs but cant see it. My face looks a bit smaller maybe, but that is about it. I guess for me I am very heavy n family cant tell the difference.

    I am grateful that the scale is showing the results. Congrats on your progress!!!
  • ANeWcRe8N
    ANeWcRe8N Posts: 1,180 Member
    I can see the difference.. you look great! I lost 41 lbs so far and I still feel like I look the same sometimes.. I can tell the difference cause of my clothes and when I see myself in before pics but I think its cause I still have a ways to go (50 lbs)
  • JenInAustin
    JenInAustin Posts: 53 Member
    Maybe you're just lucky and hide your extra pounds better :)

    I think it makes a big difference where on your body you gain weight. I have friends that are overweight but their faces never change. My cheeks, chin...and additional chins.. are quick indicators for me if I'm gaining weight.
  • samvanz
    samvanz Posts: 122 Member
    Your belly button is so different between those pics! In the first one it's a frowny face, but in the last one it's a perky belly button!

    It helps when someone close to you really notices the difference. In previous weight-loss success for me, it's been a huge encouragement when my boyfriend says he can feel the difference when he cuddles me, or the way my pants fit or something. BELIEVE people when they say you look good - why would they lie?!
  • KaizokuNoMaiku
    KaizokuNoMaiku Posts: 164
    Hey, it does help if you take picture's the same way all the time ( angle/distance/place ) you tend to see difrences faster if your pictures ''look the same'' rather then having 1 from 3 feet away and 1 from 5 feet away etc.

    A side from that your body decides where to take of the fat reservers so dont focus on your belly to much at first in 9 / 10 cases thats where your body's fat reserves will be burned up last because your body will try to hold on to those in case you starve.

    You can see the difrence on your picture's and its awesome you lost 20 pounds ! But try to do your next 10 lbs picture the same way / distance as you did your first one that should help a lot when looking at yourself I know it does for me !

    Keep it up ! =)
  • Sarah_Carmen
    Sarah_Carmen Posts: 5
    I'm the same way...I've lost 32lbs and can only tell a little in my face. Nobody is even telling me I look like I've lost so atleast you have that going for ya! I can tell in your love handle area the most! Keep up the good work It'll only become more and more noticeable. I think were definitely our own toughest critics.



    6445204.png
    Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Weight Loss Tools
  • stacimusmax
    stacimusmax Posts: 172 Member
    Ok Girlie! You and I started at about the same weight. I see in your stomach same features that I see in mine. I know what you don't like. You have a huge advantage over me.....AGE! You are 16 and I am 40. You skin is still elastic. Trust me the more you lose the tighter and firmer it is going to get. I have lost 25lbs since March (roughly the same, I started at 190). I have lost a little in my chest. I have gained collar bones so have you. I can now wear clothes that I haven't worn in years. When I go out, It is AWESOME! Guys look my way. I came out of the gym the other night on my way to a club and heads turned. I smiled! It was nice to be the pretty girl, not just the pretty friend.
  • emmajane_2288
    emmajane_2288 Posts: 132 Member
    Not all your weight is lost from the tummy though, you may have lost weight on your thighs and arms as well!

    I can tell from these pics, you are doing a great job!

    Instead of stepping on the scales, try measuring yourself too, I bet you would find that you have lost a few inches!

    xx
  • Hype
    Hype Posts: 349
    I can see a difference in the stomach area deffos! I've lost 16lbs and cant see a difference - people tell me ive lost it and i look better but I just dont see it - and if i dont see the scale moving or the clothes size go down....I wouldn't know myself.

    Keep up the good work! Your doing great and if you need support feel free to add me
  • bkthomas2004
    bkthomas2004 Posts: 130 Member
    I've lost 35 lbs and counting, and I sometimes feel as if I haven't lost anything, yet my clothes and other people tell me otherwise.

    You look great and there's definately a difference in you, you just can't see it because we are our hardest critic. Keep up the great work and congrats on your loss thus far!
This discussion has been closed.

Categories

Do you Love MyFitnessPal? Have you crushed a goal or improved your life through better nutrition using MyFitnessPal?
Share your success and inspire others. Leave us a review on Apple Or Google Play stores!