i look fatter but i weigh less - these photos are 20 days apart
trulyhealy
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i’m going insane i’m so upset i haven’t been going to the gym for 3 weeks bc i was busy and the i had to quarantine for 2 weeks
within those 3 weeks i ate badly but in the first photo i’m 143lbs and on the second i was 146lbs so yeah i feel like i’ve lost all my muscle in that short time. i cant even feel happy about being at my lowest weight because i look fatter now
BUT i’m so confused because although i look fatter i now fit comfortably in i’m size 2 jeans whereas 3 weeks ago it was a tight squeeze
what’s your opinions? do you think i really lost muscle and gained fat but if i did why can i now fit in smaller clothes?
within those 3 weeks i ate badly but in the first photo i’m 143lbs and on the second i was 146lbs so yeah i feel like i’ve lost all my muscle in that short time. i cant even feel happy about being at my lowest weight because i look fatter now
BUT i’m so confused because although i look fatter i now fit comfortably in i’m size 2 jeans whereas 3 weeks ago it was a tight squeeze
what’s your opinions? do you think i really lost muscle and gained fat but if i did why can i now fit in smaller clothes?
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sorry this is annoying i’m just stressed but it’s really noticeable in my thighs and butt which i’m not that mad at i’m just mad at myself really but i’ve been back on track this week and went from 146 to 143 within this week0
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I don't really see a difference tbh.11
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stevehenderson776 wrote: »I don't really see a difference tbh.
i think it’s more obvious in person idk0 -
actually come to think of it it could just be water retention because if i did gain lots of fat that made my thighs look bigger (more in person) then surly i wouldn’t fit in a sizer smaller jeans? does this sound like a good explanation?
it’s only day 5 of getting back track and the water weight is dropping a lot idk how much water weight there is to go0 -
I really think you would benefit from seeing a counsellor about your body image issues.45
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I think if you are a size 2, then you need to stop calling yourself fat because your body image is way off. I agree that you should see a counselor for body dysmorphia.24
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Bodies are beautiful because of how they carry us through life from Size 00-42 (or whatever). Loving your body shouldn’t be solely based on how it looks. (Which is great btw!)
I personally can’t see a difference between the two photos tbh. our bodies fluctuate all the time and that’s totally okay. I hope you can come to see this and find exercise and nutrition as a way to make your body strong for the way you want to live life. If you do struggle with body dysmorphia or can’t seem to find a healthy relationship with your body please reach out to professionals who can help. There’s absolutely no shame in it, health is more than just our weight so taking care of it in all aspects it’s so important.13 -
trulyhealy wrote: »
Even then, a 10uk is an 8us or a medium. You’re not “fat”. And if smaller clothes are fitting than you are getting smaller regardless of what you see. How tall are you?
I’m in recovery for an eating disorder and your posts are very triggering. I’d definitely agree with the poster who suggested discussing your body image issues with a counselor.20 -
trulyhealy wrote: »
Even then, a 10uk is an 8us or a medium. You’re not “fat”. And if smaller clothes are fitting than you are getting smaller regardless of what you see. How tall are you?
I’m in recovery for an eating disorder and your posts are very triggering. I’d definitely agree with the poster who suggested discussing your body image issues with a counselor.
i was just confused bc my thighs are bigger (more noticeable in person) and my butt too which is a sign of wait gain) but my weight is lower and i fit into a lower size clothing that’s why i’m confused/made this post
and in 5 foot 5 or 5 foot 6
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How we see ourselves is affected by more than just how we look, odd as that sounds. If the fit of your clothes says you're smaller, you're smaller.
Very little muscle would be lost by a young person like yourself, in 3 weeks - it would be invisible. What *could* happen in 3 weeks could be losing a bit of water that's retained in muscles after workouts for repair purposes. That water can give a bit of a "pump" or defined look. It would come back quickly once workouts resume, though.8 -
How we see ourselves is affected by more than just how we look, odd as that sounds. If the fit of your clothes says you're smaller, you're smaller.
Very little muscle would be lost by a young person like yourself, in 3 weeks - it would be invisible. What *could* happen in 3 weeks could be losing a bit of water that's retained in muscles after workouts for repair purposes. That water can give a bit of a "pump" or defined look. It would come back quickly once workouts resume, though.
oh i didn’t know that that’s helpful thank you it’s probably water weight and a tiny bit of fat gain from overeating but not a lot since jeans fit now and i also forgot that water retention can happen anywhere in the body and the types of foods i was eating was also a factor
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stevehenderson776 wrote: »I don't really see a difference tbh.
Agree4 -
Posture, angle of camera and so much more can make 2 similar pictures look different. You're overanalyzing! Relax.11
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I see hardly any difference and if you do and it's causing you anxiety--see a counselor.9
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Honestly, I see a positive difference. Your hip to waist ratio looks to have increased to me. But 20 days isn't a long enough period to see massive differences, stay the course!0
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I could have a different photo from one day to the next. I can wear a pair of jeans one day, but not the next. Once you give up the ideal that your body is going to be exactly the same day after day, you will understand (and adjust your thinking) so that you can give your body the grace it deserves to retain water, fluctuate its hormones, or just be more puffy/bloated on any given day. You seem to be searching for an ideal that you expect to see every day. It's going to be hard to live like that for the rest of your life.3
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You aren’t fat and based on ALL of your posts on MFP, you REALLY need to get some professional help. You have a very skewed image of your body and if you don’t already have an eating disorder are probably headed that way unless you speak to a professional.10
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The only difference I see is the lighting and the distance from the camers.
Agreed. (This is based on having read a number of your threads, not just this one.)Nony_Mouse wrote: »I really think you would benefit from seeing a counsellor about your body image issues.6 -
Water weight, fluctuations due to hormones (think menstruation and the weeks leading up to) can cause some fluctuation (including abdomen bloat, breast size, lower body water weight, etc). Depending on what you ate, or drank, if you went out for drinks or maybe didn't drink enough water can cause weight changes. Heck, if you had a bowel movement or not, or constipation could cause scale movement as well (up to 7 pounds).
I don't see a difference between the photos, maybe posture and how your wearing your clothing as slightly different. Lighting can make us think there's something else happening as well. I hope this helps ease any anxiousness.0 -
kshama2001 wrote: »The only difference I see is the lighting and the distance from the camers.
Agreed. (This is based on having read a number of your threads, not just this one.)Nony_Mouse wrote: »I really think you would benefit from seeing a counsellor about your body image issues.
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Sorry, I do not see a difference.
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very little difference in pictures.
PMS, salt/water retention, and yes, not going to the gym for 3 weeks can make slight differences.
Go back to the gym. Go for a long walk, go for a run. You will emotionally and mentally feel better. Even if you are "busy", you know that is an excuse. There is almost no way you cannot squeeze in a 30 min walk and some push ups at home.4 -
I'm not going to validate your body dysmorphia. These are not fair pictures. Different lighting, angles, distance... ect.... Get some help....13
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psychod787 wrote: »I'm not going to validate your body dysmorphia. These are not fair pictures. Different lighting, angles, distance... ect.... Get some help....
I wonder too, maybe not in OP's specific case but in other posters I've seen post pictures before...people are looking for that validation that they're looking better, looking great, are 'good enough'. KWIM?
So many of us have a skewed self-image, for whatever reason. It's a sad but very true thing.
If we could all learn to simply like ourselves and accept ourselves for who and what we are. I mean, if we see changes we want to make, then work towards them(if it'll make you happier and healthier) but don't become obsessive over them. In the end, our flesh melts away and all that's left are the memories/legacy we've left our friends and family, actions we've done towards bettering the world, animals and people in it. Nobody is going to care if our bodies were holding onto 3# of water. KWIM?
Just my thoughts and something I'm trying hard to come to grips with myself.5 -
I'm getting tired just reading your posts, OP, it must be EXHAUSTING living in your head. Please talk to a professional.12
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then don’t read them. there’s no need to be rudeMithridites wrote: »I'm getting tired just reading your posts, OP, it must be EXHAUSTING living in your head. Please talk to a professional.
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trulyhealy wrote: »
then don’t read them. there’s no need to be rudeMithridites wrote: »I'm getting tired just reading your posts, OP, it must be EXHAUSTING living in your head. Please talk to a professional.
People are simply trying to point out that you REALLY need to speak to a professional about your body dysmorphia issues....11 -
Dogmom1978 wrote: »trulyhealy wrote: »
then don’t read them. there’s no need to be rudeMithridites wrote: »I'm getting tired just reading your posts, OP, it must be EXHAUSTING living in your head. Please talk to a professional.
People are simply trying to point out that you REALLY need to speak to a professional about your body dysmorphia issues....
Yes, it really sounds like you need some help outside these forums OP. Please see if you can find some professional help.8 -
You know OP, there's no shame in seeing a professional for mental issues about dieting. The two frequently go hand-in-hand. You have to resolve the mental before you can go on. Many posters arrive at a low weight and are very unhappy so everyone is telling you this out of concern for you. It's very common. With COVID there are on-line options. Look into it and I hope you have a bright future.9
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