Originally posted by wolf_Q


I've actually lost about 25 lbs or so since last summer, but I don't notice a difference. I'd like to lose at least another 30 lbs.
I *knew* you lost weight. I can totally tell from the pics you've posted of yourself a while ago, and recent ones. Big difference. You are definitely *not* fat though.......I don't even think you were before, but I can certainly tell you lost a lot of weight.

I'm overweight too. I have never been a *thin* person. Even in my toddler pics, I was chubby. I believe I've had pretty much the same figure throughout my life........never *too* fat, but definitely overweight. I lost a lot of weight suddenly during my growth spurt, when I was around 12, but that *thin phase* only lasted for about 6 months and then I gained it all back. I don't even know how I lost it.........probably hormones, because I wasn't trying to lose weight at all back then.

Anyway, last summer, I decided to commit myself to lose weight. While there were times when I felt uncomfortable for being heavier than most of my very thin friends, I really didn't want to lose weight because of looks. I wanted to lose weight because I want to lead a healthy life, and I thought it would be better to lose weight while I'm still young, before it gets too difficult. I have lost 23 pounds since last August, and I feel so much better about myself. I don't get self-conscious when anyone looks at me anymore, and I feel a lot more energetic and active. I basically cut down on my calories, carbs, and sugar intake, and started working out a lot. I've been committed this time and haven't gained a single pound I lost back. I'm still working on losing weight.........I want to lose another 15-20 pounds. If I can lose that much more, I would be at a perfect weight for the first time in my life. I'm trying, and I hope to reach my goal soon. I know that the main reason I've been overweight my whole life is because I ***love*** sweets, and cannot control myself if there are delicious pies, cakes, chocolates, ice cream, etc. in front of me. Its too yummy to pass by without eating! I have never eaten too much.........I actually eat very little compared to most of my friends, but its the sweets that I can't resist. I've been forcing myself to stay away from sugar since August, and its working. I now have such a fondness of working out, exercising, and lifting weights. If I miss a day of exercise, I don't feel right about myself.......like something's missing. I can't understand how I spent all those years without getting enough exercise. I just can't live without it now that I'm used to working out. I don't feel/look *fat* anymore. Just 15-20 pounds more to lose, and hopefully I'll finally be at a good weight.