quick weight loss causing loose skin?
Feb.25, 2009 in
Diet & Fitness
blahblahblahhhh asked:
So, I’m 19 years old, female, 5′5″… and I’ve been overweight pretty much my whole life, the lowest I ever remember weighing was 150lbs.
So, I’m 19 years old, female, 5′5″… and I’ve been overweight pretty much my whole life, the lowest I ever remember weighing was 150lbs.
Anyway… In January, I was 203lbs…. and now, 6 months later, I’m down to 165lbs… I cut down on calories (1,500 per day) and I ride my bike at least two miles every other day, and do other various workouts throughout the week. I’ve been really motivated, and excited about my recent weight loss… but someone told me that rapid weight loss (like mine) causes your skin to become loose and causes a bunch of stretch marks…. is this true???! I’ve noticed a few stretch marks on my hips and breasts, is this the reason? Or would I still have the same results with my skin if I were losing weight more slowly? Of course I don’t want stretch marks and I especially don’t want saggy skin…. what can I do?? Please help.
-Kiki
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February 25th, 2009 at 7:44 pm
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February 27th, 2009 at 9:33 am
I don’t think your skin comes loose, but there are lotions to prevent stretch marks. Did you see your doctor before going on a diet? You should and talk to him about this. You’ll be happier with his/her suggestion than ours.
March 2nd, 2009 at 12:29 pm
Actually, 50 lbs in 60 months is reasonable. If you don’t have loose skin yet, you probably won’t have to worry about it. You have youth on your side, and if you drink lots of water and continue to exercise, that will help as well. As for stretch marks – don’t worry too much about them. They will fade with time. Lots of women get them, even thin women (if they had a growth spurt as adolescents or after pregnancy).
Congratulations on your weight loss!