If you are about a size 8-10 with a belly roll, how much weight to lose to lose that roll?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I know, ridiculous question.

But if you have been this size (large 8, small 10) and gained that single belly roll or muffin top (You know what I'm talking about), what are you talking about in terms of weight?

10 pounds? 20 pounds?

I have hit perimenopause (oh joy) and combined with the pandemic I have that roll. I think I was delusional that it was a 10 pound gain but now I'm losing weight and 3 pounds
down and the roll is not budging.
I'm actually not sure what my starting weight was (I was never a scale-user prior to this).

At 135, I have a slight roll. At 132, I do not.

At size 8 I had to lose 35 lbs for a flat stomach.

I'm now a size 2. I've had three kids. I look like a swimsuit model. It can be done! But I'm hovering around 115 lbs now so it does take a lot of hard exercise and dietary dedication.

But I don't think it's especially helpful when people say it can't be done or genetics or "once you have children you'll always look like someone who has carried and birthed children".

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I know, ridiculous question.

But if you have been this size (large 8, small 10) and gained that single belly roll or muffin top (You know what I'm talking about), what are you talking about in terms of weight?

10 pounds? 20 pounds?

I have hit perimenopause (oh joy) and combined with the pandemic I have that roll. I think I was delusional that it was a 10 pound gain but now I'm losing weight and 3 pounds
down and the roll is not budging.
I'm actually not sure what my starting weight was (I was never a scale-user prior to this).

At 135, I have a slight roll. At 132, I do not.

At size 8 I had to lose 35 lbs for a flat stomach.

I'm now a size 2. I've had three kids. I look like a swimsuit model. It can be done! But I'm hovering around 115 lbs now so it does take a lot of hard exercise and dietary dedication.

But I don't think it's especially helpful when people say it can't be done or genetics or "once you have children you'll always look like someone who has carried and birthed children".

I mean, it is genetics. I could get down to 115 but I’ll never look like a swimsuit model since my body is permanently changed from being pregnant. Lots of loose skin and separated abs.

[Anonymous]

still can't decide if it's worth it. That is all.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I know, ridiculous question.

But if you have been this size (large 8, small 10) and gained that single belly roll or muffin top (You know what I'm talking about), what are you talking about in terms of weight?

10 pounds? 20 pounds?

I have hit perimenopause (oh joy) and combined with the pandemic I have that roll. I think I was delusional that it was a 10 pound gain but now I'm losing weight and 3 pounds
down and the roll is not budging.
I'm actually not sure what my starting weight was (I was never a scale-user prior to this).

At 135, I have a slight roll. At 132, I do not.

At size 8 I had to lose 35 lbs for a flat stomach.


Girl, can you please get into the "how"?

I'm now a size 2. I've had three kids. I look like a swimsuit model. It can be done! But I'm hovering around 115 lbs now so it does take a lot of hard exercise and dietary dedication.

But I don't think it's especially helpful when people say it can't be done or genetics or "once you have children you'll always look like someone who has carried and birthed children".

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:still can't decide if it's worth it. That is all.

No, it isn’t. There’s marvelous shapewear when I am clothed. No one who sees me naked cares.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I know, ridiculous question.

But if you have been this size (large 8, small 10) and gained that single belly roll or muffin top (You know what I'm talking about), what are you talking about in terms of weight?

10 pounds? 20 pounds?

I have hit perimenopause (oh joy) and combined with the pandemic I have that roll. I think I was delusional that it was a 10 pound gain but now I'm losing weight and 3 pounds
down and the roll is not budging.
I'm actually not sure what my starting weight was (I was never a scale-user prior to this).

At 135, I have a slight roll. At 132, I do not.

At size 8 I had to lose 35 lbs for a flat stomach.

I'm now a size 2. I've had three kids. I look like a swimsuit model. It can be done! But I'm hovering around 115 lbs now so it does take a lot of hard exercise and dietary dedication.

But I don't think it's especially helpful when people say it can't be done or genetics or "once you have children you'll always look like someone who has carried and birthed children".

I mean, it is genetics. I could get down to 115 but I’ll never look like a swimsuit model since my body is permanently changed from being pregnant. Lots of loose skin and separated abs.

I'm PP you replied to and I had those things at first, too. But I kept at it for a year and both the ab separation and loose skin have improved so much that I don't see them any longer.

I think people tend to give up without ever reaching their goals.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I know, ridiculous question.

But if you have been this size (large 8, small 10) and gained that single belly roll or muffin top (You know what I'm talking about), what are you talking about in terms of weight?

10 pounds? 20 pounds?

I have hit perimenopause (oh joy) and combined with the pandemic I have that roll. I think I was delusional that it was a 10 pound gain but now I'm losing weight and 3 pounds
down and the roll is not budging.
I'm actually not sure what my starting weight was (I was never a scale-user prior to this).

At 135, I have a slight roll. At 132, I do not.

At size 8 I had to lose 35 lbs for a flat stomach.

I'm now a size 2. I've had three kids. I look like a swimsuit model. It can be done! But I'm hovering around 115 lbs now so it does take a lot of hard exercise and dietary dedication.

But I don't think it's especially helpful when people say it can't be done or genetics or "once you have children you'll always look like someone who has carried and birthed children".

I mean, it is genetics. I could get down to 115 but I’ll never look like a swimsuit model since my body is permanently changed from being pregnant. Lots of loose skin and separated abs.

I'm PP you replied to and I had those things at first, too. But I kept at it for a year and both the ab separation and loose skin have improved so much that I don't see them any longer.

I think people tend to give up without ever reaching their goals.

I think people who had success tend to have a success bias and stop believing people who say they're struggling to accomplish the same goal.

The truth is every body is really different, and what is achievable for one is not for another. Many people are not disciplined enough to reach 115. And I do think that frequently people give up too early, but there are also just as many people who are working their a's off who will never achieve that goal.

Fine line between motivating the former group to get off their butts and discouraging the latter so much they sit back down on the sofa with this kind of a platitude.

[Anonymous]

Genetics does play a huge role, but after reading a post in the old 50 and over forum about dealing with middle roll, I’ve changed my eating lifestyle and as a result, changed my middle after 50 and after menopause. I’m thankful that intermittent fasting works for me. Combined with a little work with weights and daily walks, I’ve shrunk my muffin top. If I indulge while on vacation or whatever, I add a little more cardio to move the needle back. I’ve kept about 20 lbs off over 4 yrs and avoided the big Covid gain, that many others have experienced. I feel healthier and can eat what I like. Good luck!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:still can't decide if it's worth it. That is all.

No, it isn’t. There’s marvelous shapewear when I am clothed. No one who sees me naked cares.

NP here, and honestly if I get to the point that I have no belly -- my SO thinks I'm too thin (and ... I am).

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I hate the feeling of the roll. Honestly it is 100% more annoying to feel than look at. I also have a bunch of loose skin and diastasis. I'm getting a tummy tuck next month. Life is too short to have something this annoying. Of course I'm super fortunate to be able to afford this option. If I damaged my abdomen lifting weights insurance would cover it! But they will not help us.

Good luck OP, it sucks.

I did a TT too, and lipo. So glad I did it and the lipo made a huge difference. The first night after surgery, I could feel the difference in my abdominal skin and was so grateful to have finally rid myself of it. Report back - I'd like to hear about your experience.

I would love to do this, but my daughters are also built like me (my middle aged white lady ass is not infrequently described as “thicc” by randos on the street). I really want to normalize their future bodies and set an example of acceptance and confidence. Fake it till you make it, I guess…

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I know, ridiculous question.

But if you have been this size (large 8, small 10) and gained that single belly roll or muffin top (You know what I'm talking about), what are you talking about in terms of weight?

10 pounds? 20 pounds?

I have hit perimenopause (oh joy) and combined with the pandemic I have that roll. I think I was delusional that it was a 10 pound gain but now I'm losing weight and 3 pounds
down and the roll is not budging.
I'm actually not sure what my starting weight was (I was never a scale-user prior to this).

At 135, I have a slight roll. At 132, I do not.

At size 8 I had to lose 35 lbs for a flat stomach.

I'm now a size 2. I've had three kids. I look like a swimsuit model. It can be done! But I'm hovering around 115 lbs now so it does take a lot of hard exercise and dietary dedication.

But I don't think it's especially helpful when people say it can't be done or genetics or "once you have children you'll always look like someone who has carried and birthed children".

Wowww. How old are you?

[Anonymous]

I just returned from my brisk 5-mile power walk. I feel fabulous. Admiring my less-than belly after my shower

Clue: take the hills and lean into those abs

[Anonymous]

5’3, 156lbs, snug 8, loose 10, with 2 kids. I lost 35lbs but it came from all over not just my stomach. Flat stomach came from lipo. I didn’t do the tummy tuck but I have a consultation apt in a few leeks. The fat is gone but the skin is still there which is creating the roll. I’m 55. At this point any laxity that I might have had for my skin to rebound is gone. I’ve looked at Morpheus but by the time you’re done with the series but yearly maintenance it’s around the cost of the TT. Morpheus isn’t guaranteed to give you the results you want. With a TT, the surgeon has more control over the outcome.

[Anonymous]

Do the TT. It's worth it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:still can't decide if it's worth it. That is all.

No, it isn’t. There’s marvelous shapewear when I am clothed. No one who sees me naked cares.

What brand shape wear and type fo you wear? The high top underwear rolls down.