Unexpected downsides of losing weight
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For me I definitely noticed being colder. It's kept pretty chilly where I work, and now I need a fleece or jacket all the time.
Less padding issues for sure. I find it more uncomfortable to sit on an unpadded chair or bench. I can't sleep on my side all night without my hip getting sore.
Relationship-wise, I find that people are more likely to try to push food on me that I really don't want. Lots of comments like "Oh, you're skinny, you can eat anything you want", or "You could stand to eat a donut or two".
Interesting all the talk about Raynaud's, which I have as well. My doc told me it's pretty common (she has it too), and didn't mention that it might be connected with weight loss. I lost about 40 pounds, so not the 100+ that others are talking about. But, thinking about it, I guess the symptoms did start around the time I lost the weight.3 -
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Yes, pillow in the knees. I also do a stuffed animal for the shoulder area because I like sleeping on my side but it feels very empty between my arms now. Not so much chest anymore for cushion.2 -
kshama2001 wrote: »@reversemigration have you seen your doctor about possible Reynauds?
I haven't, but it's a good idea to bring up at my next well check! Self-management seems to work pretty well - being a little more careful about wearing appropriate clothes, etc. Also, knowing me, I'll probably forget about it until next winter.0 -
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QuinntessentiallyMe wrote: »Some of us, especially those of us who live on little money, get tired of having to buy new clothes. I've dropped 14 sizes, and have gone through at least 3 wardrobes. Even thrift store prices get to become a burden. At this point, I'm scouring 25 cent clothing piles at yard sales, and even yard sale leftovers left outside for free because I can't afford even Community Aid's half-off day prices. I'm still working on my body, and I appreciate the positive changes, but they come with a price.
This is something I’m not looking forward to. I’m only 22lb into a 100+lb loss and it’s going to take me a long time so I know I’ll be in each size for a while. I know I’ll be happy about being in a smaller size but not being able to afford nice new clothing will be tough. I’m already looking at skipping the next size down and thinking tracking bottoms, leggings etc. I can’t wear them for work so I’ll just have to take the hit on a few items and wear the life out of them. And I’m dreading buying new bras in each size.
I moaned to my hubby about it just the other day and he said think of the money we’re saving on food! I nearly launched my phone at him. Not that I’d ever say he’s right but it has made me think about putting away a little each week for when I’m ready to size down. And I’m going to check the charity shops each week for good quality pieces even if they’re way too small. Hopefully I’ll only spend the same amount I normally would over the same period.
Good luck on your clothing quest x7 -
wannabeskinnycat wrote: »QuinntessentiallyMe wrote: »Some of us, especially those of us who live on little money, get tired of having to buy new clothes. I've dropped 14 sizes, and have gone through at least 3 wardrobes. Even thrift store prices get to become a burden. At this point, I'm scouring 25 cent clothing piles at yard sales, and even yard sale leftovers left outside for free because I can't afford even Community Aid's half-off day prices. I'm still working on my body, and I appreciate the positive changes, but they come with a price.
This is something I’m not looking forward to. I’m only 22lb into a 100+lb loss and it’s going to take me a long time so I know I’ll be in each size for a while. I know I’ll be happy about being in a smaller size but not being able to afford nice new clothing will be tough. I’m already looking at skipping the next size down and thinking tracking bottoms, leggings etc. I can’t wear them for work so I’ll just have to take the hit on a few items and wear the life out of them. And I’m dreading buying new bras in each size.
I moaned to my hubby about it just the other day and he said think of the money we’re saving on food! I nearly launched my phone at him. Not that I’d ever say he’s right but it has made me think about putting away a little each week for when I’m ready to size down. And I’m going to check the charity shops each week for good quality pieces even if they’re way too small. Hopefully I’ll only spend the same amount I normally would over the same period.
Good luck on your clothing quest x
If you don't mind dresses, wrap dresses are quite friendly to weight changes. Pretty much the only dresses that have survived so far have been wrap dresses, second being ones I can belt at the waist.7 -
RelCanonical wrote: »If you don't mind dresses, wrap dresses are quite friendly to weight changes. Pretty much the only dresses that have survived so far have been wrap dresses, second being ones I can belt at the waist.
I haven’t worn a dress since my wedding but maybe the new me will like dresses thanks for the fab idea.1 -
The clothing this has been terrible for me this time. I have dropped 4 sizes, but a lot of it came from my hips and so when pants did not fit they were actually falling off. I am still not sure if I am in my final size. Learning not to focus on the imperfection has been a challenge. I still feel bigger, but I looked at some progress photos objectively the other day and I really was able to see reality. The sagging skin is also terrible. I am on target to lose 40lbs total, but my skinis saggy. I know some of this will improve with time, but patience is hard.1
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The clothing this has been terrible for me this time. I have dropped 4 sizes, but a lot of it came from my hips and so when pants did not fit they were actually falling off. I am still not sure if I am in my final size. Learning not to focus on the imperfection has been a challenge. I still feel bigger, but I looked at some progress photos objectively the other day and I really was able to see reality. The sagging skin is also terrible. I am on target to lose 40lbs total, but my skinis saggy. I know some of this will improve with time, but patience is hard.
If I didn't have belts...which ironically also need to have new holes punched into them, it would be like a 1940s, pants falling down comedy up in here.2 -
For those that are commenting about problems with pants.
I hate wearing belts. Instead, I sewed elastic into the backs of all my pants while I was losing weight. That way the pants lasted a couple of clothing sizes before they needed replacing. Not much help though if you don't have access to a sewing machine or someone that does.8 -
The one thing I miss about being bigger is space. Before, I would ride the subway and people would give me a bubble because apparently being bigger meant I needed more breathing room.....now they practically grind up against me and squish by me as if there is so much room to play with 😥😥😥
Another thing is proper fitting clothing. I am a conservative female who likes to be covered...I am not hiding I just don't like showing off everything outside of a beach but the smaller I get the fewer material on clothing I seem to find.3 -
@seltzermint555 I developed Reynauds too. They say it’s rare, but I know several others that have it. It even happens when I eat something really cold. Last winter I found some gloves on amazon that are heated with little rechargeable batteries. The brand is Savior. It’s was a big help.
I'm sick to death of my Reynaud's stupid "ghost fingers & toes!!!" As long as I have a couple pairs of socks on, my toes aren't usually as ridiculous as my hands.abowersgirl wrote: »The one thing I miss about being bigger is space. Before, I would ride the subway and people would give me a bubble because apparently being bigger meant I needed more breathing room.....now they practically grind up against me and squish by me as if there is so much room to play with 😥😥😥
Another thing is proper fitting clothing. I am a conservative female who likes to be covered...I am not hiding I just don't like showing off everything outside of a beach but the smaller I get the fewer material on clothing I seem to find.
That bothers me, too. No, I do not want a belly shirt or one that is see-through, No, I do not want to show boobs I no longer have, and No, I do not want my *kitten* hanging out of shorts!
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abowersgirl wrote: »The one thing I miss about being bigger is space. Before, I would ride the subway and people would give me a bubble because apparently being bigger meant I needed more breathing room.....now they practically grind up against me and squish by me as if there is so much room to play with 😥😥😥
Another thing is proper fitting clothing. I am a conservative female who likes to be covered...I am not hiding I just don't like showing off everything outside of a beach but the smaller I get the fewer material on clothing I seem to find.
Yes it's hard to find tops with sleeves instead of those stupid little "caps" that don't cover your arm, and shorts that don't show everyone your business. I've bought mens shorts before because the legs were longer.7 -
abowersgirl wrote: »The one thing I miss about being bigger is space. Before, I would ride the subway and people would give me a bubble because apparently being bigger meant I needed more breathing room.....now they practically grind up against me and squish by me as if there is so much room to play with 😥😥😥
Another thing is proper fitting clothing. I am a conservative female who likes to be covered...I am not hiding I just don't like showing off everything outside of a beach but the smaller I get the fewer material on clothing I seem to find.
Yes it's hard to find tops with sleeves instead of those stupid little "caps" that don't cover your arm, and shorts that don't show everyone your business. I've bought mens shorts before because the legs were longer.
Gap and old navy carry full tees and longer shorts4 -
abowersgirl wrote: »The one thing I miss about being bigger is space. Before, I would ride the subway and people would give me a bubble because apparently being bigger meant I needed more breathing room.....now they practically grind up against me and squish by me as if there is so much room to play with 😥😥😥
YES! I have experienced this too. I seriously had no idea people were giving me so much extra berth in the past and now I feel (even after being relatively the same size for nearly 6 years) like my personal bubble is not big enough anymore!?
I also find that people (strangers, randoms) touch me more and it's not a good thing. Like if I am just in a store shopping female clerks will pet my hair (!?) or touch my shirt or whatever and say "ooh that's cute" and that legit NEVER happened to me until I lost weight. I'd kind of prefer people not touch me unless I expect it - like a hug from a close friend or of course my spouse.
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seltzermint555 wrote: »abowersgirl wrote: »The one thing I miss about being bigger is space. Before, I would ride the subway and people would give me a bubble because apparently being bigger meant I needed more breathing room.....now they practically grind up against me and squish by me as if there is so much room to play with 😥😥😥
YES! I have experienced this too. I seriously had no idea people were giving me so much extra berth in the past and now I feel (even after being relatively the same size for nearly 6 years) like my personal bubble is not big enough anymore!?
I also find that people (strangers, randoms) touch me more and it's not a good thing. Like if I am just in a store shopping female clerks will pet my hair (!?) or touch my shirt or whatever and say "ooh that's cute" and that legit NEVER happened to me until I lost weight. I'd kind of prefer people not touch me unless I expect it - like a hug from a close friend or of course my spouse.
That would drive me mad @seltzermint555 -- the touching thing. Maybe it's regional? No one here is touching me, thank goodness! Or maybe I've perfected my "I'm not social today" face. XD
Now, while people don't *touch* me randomly, I have caught them trying to squeeze my personal space. I've gotten good at the stretch and elbow jab. Weight loss has given me some super pointy elbows and I know how to use 'em!4 -
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My knees and ankles are offset when side-sleeping too. I tend to sleep on my back a lot (I have a good mattress, and two different pillows depending on how my neck feels.)
I find that now that I'm a smaller size, I can afford wonderful designer clothes made for tall people in small sizes at thrift/consignment stores.
When I don't buy designer, I find that all sleeves and pant legs are too short. I'm 5'8" and 132 at goal (just bumped up a bit due to some medication right now, but getting it back to my 5 year maintenance weight again). I am quite fine boned so this isn't as low as it sounds... my feet are 8.5 AA and I can just circle my wrist with pinkie to thumb tip.
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I think the hardest thing for me this time around has been people not noticing. I mean I am losing for myself, but it is pretty dispiriting to have people not notice (except for family and health professionals) when I’m down 23.5kg already.
I don’t have many of the other problems on this thread - it has given me confidence, made it way easier to buy clothes (I’m tall so I had to lose weight to get back into the normal size range) and I don’t have Reynauds or saggy skin or any of that. I’ve been pretty lucky really!
I just now (86 pounds later) am having people say something. You know why one of them said they hadn't mentioned it? Weight is a touchy subject and she didn't want to offend me. I bet something similar is going on for many of you!9 -
wannabeskinnycat wrote: »QuinntessentiallyMe wrote: »Some of us, especially those of us who live on little money, get tired of having to buy new clothes. I've dropped 14 sizes, and have gone through at least 3 wardrobes. Even thrift store prices get to become a burden. At this point, I'm scouring 25 cent clothing piles at yard sales, and even yard sale leftovers left outside for free because I can't afford even Community Aid's half-off day prices. I'm still working on my body, and I appreciate the positive changes, but they come with a price.
This is something I’m not looking forward to. I’m only 22lb into a 100+lb loss and it’s going to take me a long time so I know I’ll be in each size for a while. I know I’ll be happy about being in a smaller size but not being able to afford nice new clothing will be tough. I’m already looking at skipping the next size down and thinking tracking bottoms, leggings etc. I can’t wear them for work so I’ll just have to take the hit on a few items and wear the life out of them. And I’m dreading buying new bras in each size.
I moaned to my hubby about it just the other day and he said think of the money we’re saving on food! I nearly launched my phone at him. Not that I’d ever say he’s right but it has made me think about putting away a little each week for when I’m ready to size down. And I’m going to check the charity shops each week for good quality pieces even if they’re way too small. Hopefully I’ll only spend the same amount I normally would over the same period.
Good luck on your clothing quest x
I've donated 5 large garbage bags of clothes, I have 2 more ready to go. EVERYTHING I own has been replaced and will have to be replaced again!6
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