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Kind of an odd question, but I've been big all my life, and naturaly I've got this big gut and pudge in other places. What happens when I loose the weight? Will have a bunch off loose flab hanging off me or will it shrink as well? I know stretchmarks are a constant, but what about the extra skin?
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One year on Atkins! Lost 86 lbs and 22 Inches!
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Si skin is a giant organ and if it goes back or not depends on how much stretch, your age and genetics...however.... you can do something to help it find its way back ...this is not a miracle but it worked for me and it is good for you and feels wonderful...I have mentioned it like 1000 times on this board because there is nothing that makes you feel this good and costs so little!..so even if it does not work it is fun! my husband swears by it now and I do it 3-4 days a week
go buy yourself a soft natural bristle brush (mine has a long handle so I can get my back when I dont have help
) when your skin is dry start at your fingers and toes and with little circles scrub your skin frome there to the center of your body ...avoid tender areas!
.....then take a nice warm shower then hit the cold water only and shower for as long as you can take it...when you get out dry your skin gently ...if you want use lotion (my husband won't unless I rub it on him ) this is the best way to start a day and it did wonders for my tummy ....all skin may not shrink back but I have found lc eating to really do wonders for where fat is stored ...my belly fat is virtually gone and my stomach is flat ....that is a first in my life!
good luck ..surgery it to risky unless the skin is so bad you have chronic skin infections ..give yourself time .... -
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Heidi....show off ur flat tummy pic!! That never ceases to amaze me!
26 yr 5'2 F
Did Atkins on and off from Feb 2005 until April 2008. Fluctuated between 15 st 1/211lbs and 11 st 1/155lbs.
On different weightloss programme from 28th May 2008 start weight 14 st 11/207lbs.
Current weight 10st 3lbs/143lbs.
Ultimate Goal Weight 9 st/126lbs.Comment
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Originally posted by angelstar
ROFLMAO!!!OK babycakes just for your sweet redheaded self it is back in my siggie ..thank you so much 
...I am astounded that at my age and after not only being up and down in weight all my life but also having two giant babies ..I can show it off
..and with out lipo, tummy tuck or airbrushing ....just this low carb diet patience and lots of dry brushing....I would like to take the credit ...but really I think it is my genetics ...LOLOLOL .....
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*swoons* check out that tummy Si!
Thanks Heidi!!! I'm now looking for a brush to start body brushing straight away!!
26 yr 5'2 F
Did Atkins on and off from Feb 2005 until April 2008. Fluctuated between 15 st 1/211lbs and 11 st 1/155lbs.
On different weightloss programme from 28th May 2008 start weight 14 st 11/207lbs.
Current weight 10st 3lbs/143lbs.
Ultimate Goal Weight 9 st/126lbs.Comment
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even if it dose not make your tummy flat your skin tone is better and it FEELS soooooo good..
the first time or two you do this your body itches a bit after but keep doing it ...it gives you that morning boost and is invigorating
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Wow... you look fantastic!! Since I've been worrying about the skin on my belly getting saggy, I'm getting a brush today!
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*giggles @ Heidi's new tummy pic*
cristylp = I'm not sure whereabouts u are but check out Ebay! I'm gona get one with a handle for £3.75!
26 yr 5'2 F
Did Atkins on and off from Feb 2005 until April 2008. Fluctuated between 15 st 1/211lbs and 11 st 1/155lbs.
On different weightloss programme from 28th May 2008 start weight 14 st 11/207lbs.
Current weight 10st 3lbs/143lbs.
Ultimate Goal Weight 9 st/126lbs.Comment
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Excellent idea - I LOVE eBay! I'm in the midwest U.S. - Indiana. I might have to find a brush to hold me over until an eBay one arrives though, it just seems like it's going to feel soooo good!
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lots of invigorated people here ...wonder if big si is going to give it a try...
Angel I had to switch pics back that one showed too much I think :PLast edited by Guest; June 11, 2006, 12:31 PM.Comment
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cristylp - I'm leaving for wally world in a few minutes and a brush is on my list. I'll let you know if I find a good one.Tamara
LC since 2002
205/151/140
Female 5'6"
Real goal - size 8, getting close!Comment
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Heidi, your flat abs are so hot!
No stats. Not weighing anymore ever. Will post "before and after" pictures when I want to. The end.
Vigilance, not perfection.
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LOL I never in a million billion years thought anyone would ever say I had flat abs!!!! LOLOL you can see my Csection scars in this pic !!! you don't think this one is too much huh..? I think I scared Big Si away ..sorry!
I can not wait to see you guys showing off your tummies ..I swear to you I had a 12lb baby and I am a grandmother...
hey like I said the brush does not cure it all you can still see scars and stretch marks ...but I think it really tones the skin ...so as you loose it kind of wakes it up ..I am so scientific aren't I? ...
What I believe ..is crapfood diets promote belly fat ...if you eat a healthy low carb diet you loose belly fat ..I did Atkins by the book and dry brushed...not a single crunch but I bust my *** working and do yard work and a remodel so I rarely flop ... ..I ate low fat for ages and never lost the belly or the saggy look to it ..blech....but this time eating a great diet and drybrushing ..a year after loosing to my goal...my tummy looks just like this ....fking A!!!!! I am so damn happy about it ..I was thinking tummy tuck at one point seriously ..
Last edited by Guest; June 11, 2006, 01:00 PM.Comment
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I'm doing that too..... for the last three days I've looked in the mirror and thought "how is that ever going to go away - I've got to save up for a tummy tuck". I know the brush isn't a sure thing, but it's giving me hope that I just may not need to do it. Hey, I can spend the money on a thigh lift or face lift instead! LOL !
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