Were you "THE FAT KID"?

beckycumming wrote: »

I think I still am the fat kid haha. I've genetically got a bigger build (I'm tall, wide hips, sturdy frame etc etc) so even since I was a kid I was always just larger than everyone else. Not necessarily fatter but bigger for sure. All the bullying and self-esteem issues probably contributed to weight gain in additional years. Even if I lose all the weight I want I still truly believe I'll still look 'larger' than everyone else. So unless I get model skinny that's something I'll just always have to deal with. Sometimes it's ok but I certainly still feel bad about it sometimes! But either way it's about how I feel not how other people see me, so it's all good! Chins up, friends!

I can relate to this too! When I see photos of myself with my friends, even though I am now at an average weight I am still bigger than everyone. I am generally a lot taller, my arms are longer, hips wider, etc. I have occasionally been really surprised (in ways good and bad) when I see pictures of myself alongside other people.

I was seriously obese my entire life. About 5 years ago i had a meltdown with how i was handling my body and knew i wouldnt live long if i continued on with the way i was living and ended up joining mfp. I lost over 150lbs over the course of 2-3 years. Fast forward to last spring, i ended up moving halfway across the country to start fresh and lived with family for the last year. My sister is big on making a huge dinner every night with meat, pasta or potatoes, fresh bread, and hardly ever adds veggies. Which was a complete opposite of how i was used to eating. I gained back probably 25-30lbs and am disgusted with myself. I finally moved into a new condo with a couple of guys that NEVER cook lol. So the temptation is gone from the sparse fridge. And i also now have full access to a gym, hot tub, and pool. Im ready to restart my journey of losing that weight i regained plus an additional 15-20. If anyone wants a friend to motivate or help each other out along the way, please send me a friend request! Cheers!