shineykat
Full Member
Hi everyone I was just wondering if I could share my experience and possibly gain some advice
I've lost nearly 4 stone by Slimming World and exercising regularly (and often intensely) to tone muscle and whilst I am quite toned and less than a stone away from my UGW I still have an overhang (small, but noticeable) on my lower belly and what I think is loose skin around my thighs.
My stomach especially, for me, has been the worst aspect of being an overweight teen and I dreamt of the day that it would be flat.
Formerly 15 stone 3, I am currently a UK size 12, 11 stone 5, and 5 foot 9 and have a bmi well in the healthy range. Whilst I don't look "fat" any more I still have this belly which makes me think it might be loose skin that will need surgical help. Obviously I won't know for sure until I shed the last 12 pounds but my mind has been dwelling on it for a long time.
Many people have assured me that because I am young (19) my skin should bounce back, I'm happy to have stretchmarks because they are my battle scars but the possible loose skin is really ruining my body image and worrying me. All I ever dreamed about was wearing bikinis and tank tops alongside my slim friends.
Has anyone had any similar experiences, anyone close to my age, or know anyone whose been in a similar boat? I'm planning to visit my doctor after the next 7lb loss if it hasn't gotten any flatter/toned to ask for his professional opinion. But right now I thought this was the best place to come.
Thank you x
I've lost nearly 4 stone by Slimming World and exercising regularly (and often intensely) to tone muscle and whilst I am quite toned and less than a stone away from my UGW I still have an overhang (small, but noticeable) on my lower belly and what I think is loose skin around my thighs.
My stomach especially, for me, has been the worst aspect of being an overweight teen and I dreamt of the day that it would be flat.
Formerly 15 stone 3, I am currently a UK size 12, 11 stone 5, and 5 foot 9 and have a bmi well in the healthy range. Whilst I don't look "fat" any more I still have this belly which makes me think it might be loose skin that will need surgical help. Obviously I won't know for sure until I shed the last 12 pounds but my mind has been dwelling on it for a long time.
Many people have assured me that because I am young (19) my skin should bounce back, I'm happy to have stretchmarks because they are my battle scars but the possible loose skin is really ruining my body image and worrying me. All I ever dreamed about was wearing bikinis and tank tops alongside my slim friends.
Has anyone had any similar experiences, anyone close to my age, or know anyone whose been in a similar boat? I'm planning to visit my doctor after the next 7lb loss if it hasn't gotten any flatter/toned to ask for his professional opinion. But right now I thought this was the best place to come.
Thank you x