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[@DinaHavens]

My beginning weight was 534. I now weigh 141. It has taken me 12 years to lose it. All natural. I am so grateful to be alive.

[@user-pz4jk9tb7d]

I hope I can have the persistence and courage you have. I’m 349. I just want to be healthy and alive.

[@DinaHavens]

@@user-pz4jk9tb7dSmall changes. Baby steps. I know you can do it. Stay positive and never compare yourself to anyone. We are all miracles! 😊

[@Dragon-Believer]

I lost 75 lbs. I'm 50 and I was thinking I'm getting old my skin feels loose. Oh wait.

[@cm6275]

141 is amazing down that 500+. Sometimes I feel like getting to 150 from 305 will be impossible bc my build is so “big,” but this comment gave me hope

[@coweenuh453]

What a badass!!! I’ve gotten up to 210 and I want to get back to 150 (I’m 5’9) and I’ve been struggling so much. I love hearing of weight loss journeys

[@mdlizzy]

My husband had the best response. Before we were intimate for the first time I let him know that I had lost about 190lbs and I had loose jiggly skin and he basically said to me “how do you know that’s not what I’m in to?” And to be honest it’s never been and issue for either one of us. Be honest and it will all work out.

[@michellem4118]

😅 I love that response

[@_N0_0ne]

I love this 🙂💕

[@preciouspear7619]

@wyi56hzuk75fThere are people who are literally sexually attracted to poop & you don’t think there’s ppl out there who like loose skin…? Lmao

[@xMemoryLane]

@wyi56hzuk75fway to turn a sweet gesture into something problematic.

[@_N0_0ne]

@wyi56hzuk75f people are into all kinds of things that are not everyone’s cup of tea 🙂

[@jennymcc528]

I just had loose skin surgery (& muscle repair) on my stomach in December- it’s NO JOKE, physically or mentally. I have over 2ft of incisions on my abdomen alone (vertical & horizontal!) Now all I get is “when are you doing your arms” and even “are you doing any revisions?” - you can’t win and it never stops. People really need to talk about that aspect more too. 💙

[@LimitLessLindy]

I am making enquiries to have my stomach done only because it impacts me negatively in my day to day life. As for the rest of my body, yeah sure, I have a tonne of loose skin! But it's manageable and something I have chosen to live with. It reminds me of where I have been (770lbs +) and motivates me never to look back. Great job on the weight loss, you are beautiful whatever YOU decide to do Xx

[@LimitLessLindy]

Noted with thanks! I’ve lost around 500 lbs (yeah it’s not a typo). So my loose skin is impacting my life physically in a huge way. So I don’t really feel I have a choice if I want to live a somewhat normal life. I’ve made inquiries and trying to be as healthy as I can pre-surgery in the hope It helps me to heal and recover more quickly. I realise it’s going to be a very painful and difficult procedure. Thanks for sharing Xx

[@LimitLessLindy]

@@savemyskin So sorry to hear you are struggling. I am expecting there will be major scaring and the result will be not be perfection. I rather imperfection than carrying around a 25 lb mass dangling on my front throwing my balance out or sitting on my legs stopping the blood circulating to my feet. I wonder how you will feel in a few months? They say there is massive swelling for at least the first 3-6 months.. so once you are over that healing I hope you will find relief and be at peace with your decision. Much love and respect Xx

[@LimitLessLindy]

@@Catsaregoodandyourenot I am a sponge and here to learn from others! I want to learn all sides, the good and the bad and I truly appreciate you sharing your experience. Thank you and congratulations on your journey Xx

[@LifeAfterLosing]

I had it done as well and am going back for more. Not for anyone else, but for me. I think people are always curious about people wanting to do more. I think that is the only question I have had about it. I am always like, hell yes I’ll do more. I just need more money. 😂

[@LimitLessLindy]

After many failed attempts with diets and lap band surgery, I found myself at over 770+ lbs (ERR on scales). I've lost 495 lbs and I'm currently 275lbs. Loose skin? YES.. SO MUCH! I still have a long way to go in my health journey. My stomach is an issue and negatively impacts me daily. For this reason I will consider skin removal for that area. The rest of my body I can live will.. nothing a long skirt or long sleeves can't hide. I wear my loose skin as a badge of honour. I was in a dark place for many years and I am proud to have finally found the strength and courage to dig myself out of that hole. Honestly the backlash we get is horrible... damn you for letting yourself get that large, and damn you for loosing it you are still a freak! Honestly, I just don't care anymore. We are all unique, special and tackle life and obstacles in different ways. There are so many beautiful supportive people out there. For those who have their shit together get a room! If you have nothing nice to say then move on. For those with loose skin, embrace it. Your journey has been a difficult one but look back at what you have overcome! Thanks for sharing your thoughts ObesetoBest! I am new to your channel and your story is amazing!! Very inspiring! Xx

[@ashleydiehl8495]

🎉 congratulations!

[@lnmemoryofjohnmordaunt7386]

You're a rockstar 😃

[@Amy-fk5we]

Wow!! WHAT an ACCOMPLISHMENT! A lot of family members of mine are getting skin surgery removal in the last couple of years and it’s risky. Some of them have had complications. Scary.

[@LimitLessLindy]

@@Amy-fk5we Yes, it is scary but needed for my stomach. The rest of me I can live with. I have been researching surgeons for a while now and found one who I feel comfortable with and who is highly recommended by many ladies. I am an extreme case so no doubt there will be complications, but I know I will get through it and come out the other side ok. Thanks for sharing Xx

[@cozycasasmr4510]

wow this is a huge accomplishment, congrats for not giving up on yourself!

[@anseladams23]

I've never shared this story on social media, but this video seemed an appropriate time. I had a childhood friend, very pretty, normal weight but with a curvy pear shape (larger butt). She had liposuction and it caused damage to connective tissue. The scarring caused her to be in chronic pain, which she endured for 12 years. A few months ago, she decided to not live anymore due to the pain. I share this because no one should ever tell another person that they should have surgery because of how they look. Surgery is dangerous and leaves scars and is a very personal decision. I recently lost some weight and I am a bit older, so my skin looks a bit saggy. I would rather be naturally the way I am than have the risks and scars of surgery. People are beautiful is so many ways. Let people decide for themselves.

[@mald379]

Yes. This. We all can see the visual outcome but we dont see how much pain and damage it can cause to people. Also who has time to go into recovery for a month or two? Its not a dentist appointment that goes away after 1-3 days. Your skin is literally being cut off and put together. That s* is going to take time, idk what about other people but i dont have enough income or support of someone who will care of me for a couple of weeks when i cant go to store or anything. I dont even have lose skin, but have more empathy than these dudes.

[@wideride8320]

Shit I'm so sorry about that. 😔

[@justine8387]

I am so sorry for your loss and I am so sorry for her pain, truly heart breaking.

[@khav1995]

I’m so sorry that’s horrible

[@VGobaira]

Thank you for sharing that. My thin friend had lipo too, on her inner thighs and something pulled and she has always had pain there. You never know.

[@joanneshaw3071]

People are just awful. I’m a cardiac nurse and I work at a clinic. On Friday a man came in to see one of our cardiologists. I do the OB’s beforehand. I asked this man to take off his shirt so I could do an ECG. He was hesitant and said I have a catheter bag would you like me to empty it, I said no, it’s fine doesn’t bother me at all. Obviously someone has asked him to empty it in the past. This man fought bladder cancer and came through the other side. Some heartless person has obviously made a comment about his catheter bag. It reminded me of the people commenting on the lady with the loose skin post, like well done but we don’t have to see it or pls don’t show it again. What the hell is wrong with people

[@dogberry20]

I look at loose skin as a badge of honour. Congratulations to everyone who put in the hard work to get it! My skin is getting looser week by week, and I definitely wouldn't trade it for the weight back.

[@valerieodonnell6764]

I’ve lost about half of the weight I want to and I’m starting to notice little areas where the skin is loose. I really don’t mind it, it actually makes me kinda happy because I know it means I have less fat and that’s a good thing.

[@zergslayer69]

better to have loose skin than skin that's extremely stretched to its limit

[@Stiksta]

To me it is more of a badge of permanent shame. A reminder that I ever got to that point. I'd be horrified. If I lose 50 pounds to get to where I was before I got chubby and ended up with loose skin I'd remove it. But, that being said. I'd never make fun of someone for having it or try to ruin their day. As long as someone is trying to be healthy its a win in my book. I think we as a country, at least in america...and slowly other countries as well, are being poisoned. It is way harder than it should be to just enjoy what you think should be modern luxuries and convenience without getting poisoned. Anyone escaping the cycle of poison is a good thing. I'm just lucky I got to my age where it never... got to the point of obesity.

[@wallhagens2001]

That's the way to think! Good on you.

[@TheBuzzati]

Who the hell are these people that wake up in the morning to be heinous a**holes to people online and be rude with their pictures. Horrible.

[@nancyvu751]

People who are projecting their own negativity because they hate their own lives. Obviously not an excuse, but I take solace in knowing that they're like that because they are miserable themselves lol.

[@VGobaira]

My mind keeps going over the question, and I hate to say it, but people have become monsters

[@christine-kht]

Welcome to the internet, where people don't need to hide behind a facade. :) People just suck. Luckily not everyone sucks the same way. :)

[@ladydi-lynn]

He is such an a**hole!

[@TheCrapOnYourStrapOn]

Well most of the time I am one of those people. With me though it’s more about people being weak mentally and so I wouldn’t personally ever make a comment like these people did because they put in a lot of hard work and discipline.

[@puppycat9412]

Just from pregnancy women are left with loose skin, stretch marks and c section scars if they had one. Most people don’t Have perfect bodies. The responses are ridiculous.

[@indigenixtaina3518]

We're never going to be good enough if we need to meet everyone's standards... it's a bummer that we keep each other down like this. Once you lose the weight you're still not good enough...

[@GreekGorl]

I have lost 255 lbs. From 388 to 133. So, of course I have A LOT of loose skin. My husband married me @ 350, so it’s not a problem for him, of course. I have a hard time with the fact that I look weird in short sleeves, and things just don’t fit the way I want them to. The thing is, I will NEVER have the surgery. Never. My mom started her weight loss journey @ 420 lbs, when she got to 145, she had a full body lift, breast implants, and massive amounts of skin removed from her arms and legs. She never fully recovered. I was the one who packed her wounds that wouldn’t heal, because due to WLS, she just couldn’t get her nutrients to where they needed to be. She just couldn’t heal! She spent the next few years basically bed bound, until I lost her. I have two sons, 13 and 9. I don’t feel I have the luxury to roll the dice with my life like that. I had my WLS because we had been trying to have a baby for 8 years!!! There was nothing in this world that I wanted more, than to be a mother! I needed surgery to repair my falopian tubes, which they refused to do until I lost 100 lbs. I had my WLS, one of my tubes was saved a year later, and we conceived our oldest son, 3 months later! My life is about them now, and I just won’t risk my life for my looks. I don’t think people really consider exactly what skin removal entails. The incisions are LONG and there are just so many ways for things to go wrong, especially for those with absorption issues, due to WLS!

[@Zakuyuki]

Thank you for sharing! This is something I never hear about - not enough nutrients because of weight loss surgery! The long time implications are rarely discussed. This really brings it home that this surgery is for extreme cases and you should try your hardest to lose weight without it.

[@GreekGorl]

@@Zakuyuki oh absolutely! People think it is a “quick fix” I promise it is NOT!!!! Everyone I know who has had the surgery, has either passed away (4 people) or is incredibly sick, or at least has MAJOR daily struggles!

[@Zakuyuki]

@@GreekGorl I'm so sorry that you lost people and even your mom to this surgery. I wish there was more awareness of the problems it causes. Why isn't it common knowledge? I actually think it's a crime. Must be about money in some way. It usually is.

[@GreekGorl]

@@Zakuyuki Thank you so much!!! I truly don’t know why these things are so rarely spoken about. It just really drives me crazy when people think “I took the easy way out” nothing about my journey has been easy, but since I would have never been a mother without it…. I wouldn’t change it. Never. But if I was able to conceive my boys naturally, I can absolutely say that I would have just stayed big. I felt healthier then, honestly!

[@Zakuyuki]

@QueenOfLoveAndBooty I get that you would never trade being a mother for anything. Having children is the most wonderful thing! But for everybody who has a chance to avoid the surgery, it should be eye opening that you say you felt healthier before having the surgery. This statement is mind blowing! I wish you and your family all the best!

[@JessKaplan]

Why can’t people let everyone just live their life? 🙄 Good for her for sharing a bodysuit that made her feel confident!

[@mdlizzy]

Seriously! And she’s helping other people in her situation to find good products!

[@holger_p]

If you see people starving or bleeding you offer help. And it's kinda unexpected if they deny or get annoyed. That's about the situation.

[@VGobaira]

Before men lost their minds in the last two or three years, I remember, hearing all across-the-board from men that they didn’t care what you look like as long as you were naked and getting it on it didn’t matter. We don’t hear from that kind of man anymore, because the other kind of been very loud and very obnoxious sadly.

[@TheCrapOnYourStrapOn]

I disagree. Yes let them live their life… until it becomes an issue for me or my family. At that point “fat liberation” or “blm” or whatever the movement looking to make me pay for their issues is where I draw the line personally

[@thebadgamer1967]

I hated my loose skin untill I saw your OG video back in the day...now I honestly don't give a shit most of the time

[@wallhagens2001]

Good on you. F 'em!

[@HiMyNameIsTeah]

also tbh anyone whos worth your time doesnt give a shit either lol

[@alexnygren5397]

“You’re not going to be taking her home, brother. I promise you.” I will be spending the rest of the day laughing at this. So true. 😂😂😂

[@cpaigemcd]

Agreed. @ my highest I was 418lbs and I got as low as 139lbs. I have been maintaining for almost 3 years now and I ultimately tell the person I'm talking to...hey, I was extremely scared and worried about loose skin (esp as a female in Western society) but I did it anyway, and you know what? It's worth the trade! Do I like my loose skin? No. Does it hold me back the way that 249 extra pounds did, every second of every day? NO, it DOES NOT! I don't question if I'm gonna break furniture before I sit in it anymore...these day to day details that we become so programmed with, and become so complacent with....oh boy. 👀I would even say you could give me TWICE as much loose skin as I have now, and I WOULD STILL TAKE THAT DEAL!!! If you have a valid phobia or fear, I'm not discounting that at all! But PLEASE don't let that hold you back from how much freer you can be.... my 0.02.

[@kathleeninkansas1770]

Oh heck, your story reminded me of that feeling, being scared you're gonna break the chair. Those fold up lawn chairs. The legs can just fold right up underneath you. Glad we no longer have that worry.

[@tyreekmurillo4524]

why don’t u save up and get it removed

[@cpaigemcd]

@@tyreekmurillo4524 I might…🤷‍♀️ one day. I am not in a place to save that kind of money right now & tbh, it’s not as much of a priority as I thought it would be

[@beckatea]

She looks amazing - loose skin and all! She is radiating her accomplishment and strength. It takes so much to lose that kind of weight, and even more to put yourself out there like that. People are truly the worst online. I lost 145 lbs, and have loose skin, though obviously not as much as her, and I definitely don't have the strength required to show it online. You are strong for doing the same. People with that kind of self love, strength and power of will are generally wonderful to be around, and glow with it. In a similar way - I lost a lot of teeth due to childhood illnesses, and now have to wear partials. Many people say it would be better to get implants - but that's a painful process, and costs a huge amount of money. For me, it's not the better option - and that's no different than skin removal. Totally optional, and up to the individual. Sure, it's a conversation that has to happen in a relationship before physical intimacy - but if some idiot on the internet is worried about being "tricked" into that situation, then I'm unlikely to "take them home" anyway.

[@BevyMulroy]

I'm SO glad you did. It seems like I'm sharing a lot of my story on here LOL. After I lost the weight and kept it off for a year, my doctor told me that now I needed the apron removal. I'll be honest the loose skin wasn't an issue for me. I also was hesitant because of the money. But my surgeon said the insurance would pay some of it, then went on to list the health problems associated with having a loose skin apron. Now of course many, many years later with 20/20 hindsight, I can see where it was just a cash grab. When the surgeon did the surgery he removed the apron and repaired a hernia (according to him). I never even knew I had a hernia. Anyway, as it happened the surgery was botched. So not only do I have a naked muffin top lol, loose skin on my arms, and loose skin on my thighs, BUT it nearly took my life. As a result of the botched surgery I suffer from chronic pain, as well as, other complications do to what this surgeon did. So my advice if your thinking about getting surgery is do your research, look hard into yourself to see why you want the surgery, and wait for awhile don't do this on a whim or under pressure.

[@wendy_lynn]

Stopped this video and went and followed her. She is such a sweet girl. I love that some of the guys in the comments assume all girls just want to go home with them.

[@kathryn_stinson]

What’s her @?

[@deepdriedinkelvin]

right?! The entirement of men. I'm fat (working on it and my food addiction) and married, but gosh there's enough subpar men out there that I would be happily single otherwise

[@EtcEtc779]

Loose skin is absolutely an issue for me which is why I love the fact that there are people who are willing to own it publicly and help normalize that it's a reality for those who don't have the money or wish to remove it. I applaud all men and women who put it out there in people's faces . . .it's nothing to be ashamed of AT ALL! And you are right, John, this rubbish of shifting goalposts is just ridiculous - all that's important is that we are happy and healthy in our smaller bodies.

[@AinyaEN]

I like the line you said “earn” your loose skin. Loose skin doesn’t bother me at all, if anything it shows a lot of willpower, hard work, and dedication.. which are all very attractive traits!! As far as the surgery, to each their own!

[@truckerwifeonabudget6295]

I’m a mom of 3. I have also lost 140 pounds-still have another 40 pounds to my goal. Once I get to my goal, I would love to get surgery to have skin removed-though I am still debating it. My mother lost a massive chunk after having bariatric surgery 25 years ago. She then had the skin surgery. She made it fine through the gastric bypass-but it was the skin removal that we almost lost her from. Complications after Complications. The sutures wouldn’t heal. Her abdomen came open and looked like a muppet mouth. Then finally a DVT and pulmonary embolism from the surgery. I see both sides here. If it would greatly impact and improve your life, there is nothing wrong with wanting it done. If the risks don’t outweigh the benefits for you, and you are happy, more power to you and your skin.

[@pumpkinchai]

Wow, the comments on her post are truly horrendous. I can't believe people are so awful. I wish more people could have your perspective, and just let her enjoy her success and confidence in the body she worked so hard for!

[@jenandrews1770]

I saw her bodysuit video on FB. I couldn't believe how mean the comments were, I was actually shocked. I have very low expectations of human beings and they still managed to fall short.

[@Millieshin-yj5mb]

I used to ride the bus to work with a woman who lost close to 300 on bariatric surgery. I've watch her lose weight for years. She used to need an electric scooter. After losing all the weight, she walked on the bus! BUT, her insurance wasn't covering skin removal. She confide in me that she was getting a LOT of skin infections under her skin flaps. Skin removal should be covered by insurance. It's not just a cosmetic issue

[@cassielcruzchavolla809]

I don't think it's anyone's place to tell a stranger to get any kind of cosmetic work. Someone else's appearance literally doesn't affect you.

[@TheModalia]

“I dOn’T wAnT to SeE ThIs” What happened with the unfollow button?! Confused. So confused.

[@RachelReduces]

Exactly! It's crazy that people feel the need to comment stuff like that. Even if they weren't following her and were recommended her video, they could go to settings and ask to not have her posts recommended any longer.

[@kippylily]

They spend more energy typing that out than just swiping away! It’s not hard to mind your business and move on 😭

[@DakkhonBlackBlade]

Bye Felicia!!!!!

[@sattheer1493]

Thank you for your loose skin content. I wish I wasn’t so embarrassed about mine, but seeing other people with loose skin helps my confidence a lot

[@julianlaresch6266]

Some people dont understand how risky any surgery can be. How expensive, time consuming, painful. Even the simplest procedure can lead to sepsis. Im trans, and i have considered multiple surgeries at multiple times in my life. But the thing is i wluld need to take anywhere from 1 week to 3 months off of work and i simply cant qfford thst mentally or financially. Do i wish i could? Yeah, in a perfect world. If it was less risky and less expensive and i didn't have to work to support myself. Even then its still not a perfect solution.

[@ErichH68]

This is why you watch your weight!

[@alisonzunguze8183]

​@@ErichH68 You are doing exactly what this video is discouraging.

[@electra424]

Thank you for sticking up for people... you're one of the good ones John

[@kippylily]

Ughh this is why I love this channel! Your raw yet compassionate perspective of weight loss is a nice change. I see people bringing this up a lot but the vanity part makes people forget it’s still surgery!! I’ve seen the after math when it came to recovering from a tummy tuck/loose skin removal and it looks bruuuutal. People just need to understand that times are changing and if they can’t look at loose skin then just leave that person alone and shut your mouth. They are well aware of their insecurities and you’re not helping them at all with your “suggestions”.

[@HyperFocusCo]

You know what’s also scary? Comments and hate about loose skin are why some people don’t loose weight or try out a healthier lifestyle. I’m willing to bet those hate comments contribute to keeping people overweight.

[@niomiepxtch6886]

They absolutely do, they have definitely kept me from losing weight in the past. Now I don’t care, I’d rather deal with loose skin then the health issues that are starting to pop up

[@Paras98955]

So I had my loose skin removed in September. Recovery was actually pretty easy (I had a full lower body lift, with a MR, 360 lipo and a small Brazilian). But here's the thing, it was easy IMHO bc of the dr I went with and being able to afford really good aftercare (biweekly MLD for 4 weeks etc). All of that came at a significant price and I'm super privileged to have been able to figure out how to swing that. It was such a confidence boost for me -- I would do it again in a heartbeat. But it did bring other issues mentally -- I was not prepared for the amount of attention from, well everyone. I get lots of comments on my body now (even from strangers) and I dislike that part, a lot. But it's also nice not to have my loose skin in the way of things. Complicated feelings I suppose -- just not getting obese as a teen and staying that way for 20+ years would have been easier. But sai la vie 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@MsAldil]

Wow that's great. How much did you spend for all the procedures & aftercare in Total, if you don't mind sharing?

[@Originaltuber]

Which doctor did you go to and what was the cost if you don’t mind sharing?

[@Flyig_Walrus]

For me the lose skin is horrible. I'm extremely uncomfortable just living. I cant get comfortable sleeping even. I lost 140 over quite a few years, I didn't think it was going to be this bad. I don't care how it looks, but it's just uncomfortable.

[@Jasminerainl]

I watched my friend go thru weight loss surgery and lose over 100lb in a year and she struggles with loose skin and body dysmorphia really badly. I have lost 60lb this year thru diet and exercise and also am starting to see some loose skin but after talking with her, we've realized that I have a healthier outlook on it simply because I lost the weight slower and it wasn't as startling to see the changes because hers happened so fast. I think that loose skin should be more normalized. I've had three children and that caused more skin issues than anything else and I find myself embarrassed by it when I shouldn't be.

[@Ateropes]

I lost over 350 pounds. Of course I have a lot of loose skin. So much I was and am in pain. I already got 3 surgeries done for it. 4 to go. It is hard and I am very self aware with the skin. People were looking at me when I was obese and now they were looking at me because of the skin. Now I have scars. Will get even more. I will never ever look normal. But I am still valid. Proud what I did and continue my journey. Nothing will stop me. My scars are proof of my achievements.

[@Bertziethegreat]

I lost 100lbs. I have loose skin. If I had the money to get the surgery, I'd do it. But I aint got no $30k laying around for something so insignificant. Much more important things I could spend that money on first.

[@TraceyBoyland]

WOW! that much??

[@CreamyJalapeno]

@@TraceyBoylandI’ve spent about 70k in the last 1.5 years on surgery. I’m four weeks out from my latest skin removal. Recovery can be a bitch but I’ve been thrilled with my results so far.

[@Bertziethegreat]

@@TraceyBoyland Depends how much you have done, but yes it can easily get to or exceed that much.

[@jansmith3158]

water fasting heals loose skin. it takes time. channel Steak and butter gal has vds on this. Channel Dr Mindy pelz vds 7 types of fasting, what to drink on a fast & refeed after a fast and channel Dr Jason fung.

[@honkhonk1555]

Depending on how much skin it is, I don’t see how anyone can think it’s insignificant.

[@Kangamoos]

This is the main reason I don't share photos of my weight loss journey online. People feel that you sharing that stuff means it's fine for them to make disparaging comments. I've got significant loose skin, but, I am like John, and don't feel that a surgery is worthwhile vs dealing with it. Some people really hate it, and while it can be annoying having to wear compression garments to hold things in place, it's far less painful that surgery recovery, and I weirdly kinda like it? If that makes sense? It shows how far I've come.

[@SCSilk]

My abs look like a basset hound. But they look great clothed.

[@voodoochile4147]

This made me giggle 🤭

[@sed6657]

lol! I love this. Good for you, a sense of humor and abs? Amazing. 😋✨

[@duallove6909]

I have loose skin with fat attached to it. It doesn’t only look bad, it’s actually annoying. I can feel it hanging and wobbling when I move and feels heavy. I’d love to have it all removed. But it’s very costly and I’m also worried about what if something wrong happened in the surgery plus all the agony and time it takes to recover after the surgery.

[@helenamanner1593]

You are so wise and down-to-earth, love your reasoning! Love from Sweden

[@chelseaparrott8983]

Ive considered loose skin surgery pretty seriously. I even went to a plastic surgery consultation for it. But I ultimately decided against it. The downtime/recovery time plus risk of infection really worried me. I have three young kids and the idea of not being able to pick them up and run around with them during that time just wouldnt work. I had three kids in two years, which is the reason for my loose skin, but I just cant justify it for myself. At least not at this time. And as a result i wear some compression type clothes that helps keep my skin from moving around a lot because its just more comfortable. Its so silly for people to act like thats catfishing. Like everyone is out here broadcasting their flaws the moment they meet people. Ridiculous.😂

[@chasitytaylor8858]

I follow many weight loss influencers that are losing or who have lost a huge amount of weight, and as someone actively losing weight myself, I’ve been interested in how people are handling the issue of loose skin. It’s encouraging to see someone that lives in their body with grace. Someone focused on health, and not just a goal to be physically up to par with a societal aesthetic. But hey, if that’s what someone feels like they need, I am cheering them on, too. I don’t understand why others think it’s okay to give an unsolicited critique of another’s body, but that is not acceptable.

[@vman4524]

I just wanted to say that I respect and admire her and you for sharing your loose skin. I lost about 155 lbs and have loose skin which I am so insecure and self-conscious about. The fact you were both brave enough to show your bodies is just awesome to me and I hope I can find that kind of bravery one day.

[@danm2092]

I love how you're such a chill, positive, down-to -earth guy. Not enough of that left in the fitness community these days. I love the message you spread.

[@MrJacoby2011]

Thanks for this bro! 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@michellem8284]

Any surgery has its risks. I would never undergo any elective surgery and applaud you for your PERSONAL decision to consider the risks involved. Thank you for using your platform to show that we don't have to be "perfect" to be lovable or good human beings. And, to your point that we are not trying to "trick" someone .... some of us have other issues that are not visible to the general public, i.e., mastectomy, colostomy bag, etc., and like you said, we are in our heads knowing that we will eventually have to address the issue prior to becoming intimate.

[@justjet175]

I'm 130 lbs down and have a ton of extra skin and I'm not having it removed. A friend of mine had the skin on her stomach and arms removed and it was a hell of a process. Not for me.

[@tyreekmurillo4524]

what was the process like

[@Shadow_of_Yharnam]

I went from 316 lb to 180 lb on my own from running and eating right, took me two years and I’ve kept it off for another two years and loose skin did bother me at first but I’ve grown to live with it. It reminds me never to be the person that I used to be before so I’m not ashamed of it. Your channel has been a huge inspiration thank you.

[@healingwithkayla]

Lost 150 lbs. I got the tummy tuck. I got the arm lift. I need a back lift. But i dont know if i want to shell out anymore money... i keep telling myself i dont need it. Its a stigma tho as a female to not look perfect in a bikini.... or not look good after such an accomplishment. I dont regret my skin removal surgeries and id do them again in a heart beat for the confidence they gave me. But i feel like surgeries or the need to chase perfection wont end for me if i keep going....

[@mayamae4156]

Skin surgery seems like it would be a slippery slope. First the stomach…then your arms bother you. Then your thighs are the evidence of the weight loss so you want that fixed now. I needed to hear it’s ok not to do skin surgery. Great message Thank you

[@smilemore6130]

As someone who has had about 10 surgeries that where necessary I would not understand someone choosing a surgery without good reasons. You do you!

[@mctapoutos7426]

It is dude , just be honest that you keeping the loose skin for content, so many people told you that they can help you with surgery to be honest some clinic would do it for free if you give them a shout out.

[@habanero6332]

Microneedling helps greatly. Damaging the skin slightly and in certain time periods causes it to get stronger and shrink as well as the type of diet you are on eg fasting and protein only has much better results on the skin. I have done this myself.

[@VGobaira]

I expect to have mild loose skin by the time I get these 76 pounds off. However, I feel that all surgeries regardless of how simple or complicated always pose a threat of complications so I would never get a surgery for loose skin just because it’s not completely absolutely life-saving, but also, I don’t wanna take a chance on dying on the table. That’s what happened to Kanye West’s mother, Donda . She went in for plastic surgery and she never came out and it’s really sad.

[@Dupay08]

You summed it up perfectly! Loose skin doesn’t define a person. Either way, in life you’ll lose and gain weight. As you age your body will reflect that. There is more to a person than just their outer appearance. 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@robinsonhomestead4745]

I thought he was about to talk shit. i was like with that voice! 😂 Nice to see yall support each other. We need more of that in this world

[@Wtvrflotesurgoat]

I couldn’t take my bra off for many years until I had skin removal. I just couldn’t. I’m so happy and confident now that I had it removed.

[@holger_p]

That's exactly the messages leading to "why is not everybody doing it".

[@mamacypress]

@@holger_p Hard disagree. That statement is saying “for me it made sense” but it’s not for everyone. Everyone should be entitled to their own personal choice for their body and their life. No judgement needed

[@holger_p]

@@mamacypress There was no judgement, and it didn't include the word "everyone". I said, from messages like "I'm happy I did it", (many) people conclude "to be happy, you need to do it". It's not pure logic, but that's what people read from such lines. It's an observation, nothing you can disagree on. I think you add the judgement by saying "it's a wrong conclusion". I do agree on this. But however, I deliver a true explanation how people create their wrong conclusion.

[@UncleMikeDrop]

Greg Doucet has actually been making good points lately. How'bout that?

[@christinaangeli3610]

You're gorgeous! I'm glad i see this, as im so self-conscious about my loose skin

[@RachelReduces]

Some on the internet will have an issue with literally every single thing a person chooses to share online 🥴 No one is ever improving their life in the correct way, to please the trolls 😂

[@aprilsunflower7440]

I appreciate this woman posting this video. Ive been looking for videos of things to wear to help with the loose skin

[@alicetrex7685]

I lost about 100 pounds when I was in my early 20's. The loose skin bothered me so much that I spent 7 grand on surgery, out of my own pocket. I worked 2 jobs, 60 hours a week, saved every penny that I could. And that 7 thousand was just to remove the small pouch of loose skin on my lower stomach. The recovery process was also very painful and just an overall pain in the ass to perform basic tasks. Now, almost 10 years later, I still have loose skin on my thighs and upper arms. And I've grown to accept it. Never want to put myself through that process of skin removal ever again.

[@mariahspapaya]

Similar story to yours, I lost around 90 pounds in my early 20s. My highest was almost 270 and I got down to 180 at one point. Now I’m 200lbs after years of weight lifting and probably some weight back. Lifting weights and working out helped a lot with my loose skin, but I didn’t anticipate how much it still would hang around years later, even for just my smaller weight loss. I had body dysmorphia for a long time and always just thought of myself as huge when I was only a size 12. I’ve mostly moved past it but it’s a struggle sometimes. I think getting cosmetic surgery would solve a lot of my issues, since in loose skin and surface tummy/thigh fat alone would probably help me lose those last stubborn 20lbs I can’t seem to lose unless I were to starve myself. It’s definitely a journey. Also everyone insists I wait until after I have kids or I will have to spend more money on another surgery. So I’m trying to enjoy my body now in my late 20s pre babies and not wait until an unknown time in the future to enjoy my body

[@jessicamoyer9512]

Ugh. Cat is so inspiring and I’ve had the honor of listening to her speak. She is killing it.

[@juliaalvarez1983]

I see loose skin as a sign of how hard a person has worked and genuinely I just feel admiration. It’s always such a huge testament to the journey someone went on and the discipline and dedication it took to get to where they are now. So impressive fr

[@maloyo7901]

I don't like the loose skin, but it doesn't burn into my soul they way it did when I was young. There are benefits to getting old.

[@TheBloodyNights]

I was around 345lbs at my heaviest. I've dropped to 210lbs 6'2" going from a 4XL all the way down to a medium shirt size, and am very happy with my current weight, I don't really want to go lower. However I have loose skin especially around my belly. I'm super self concious about it, I beat my abs up constantly trying to fill it out, but it's pretty much impossible for me to get rid of it. Other areas namely my chest, and arms, and back I have managed to fill out even if there is still some loose skin. I'm going to ask my doctor in March about what options I might have available to me, and if it's even possible for me to do it with my available funds. But if I can't get it I'll live. I just will have the most awkward looking six pack around and will have to own it. lol

[@tinkthestrange]

I think: 1 however much money insurance companies allocate to weight loss surgery they should allocate the same amount for people who lost the weight naturally to have skin removal. Right now it’s almost like insurance companies punish people who do it on their own. 2. Nobody should ever be pressured into having a cosmetic procedure, if you want it, get it, if not, don’t. For as much as people say they are for body autonomy they always have something to say about what someone else does or doesn’t want to do with their own body when their decision literally impacts no one but themselves.

[@TheCuttingBoard1971]

I didn’t have a whole lot of loose skin after my weight loss- I did have a pannecullectomy and a breast reduction because of rashes (😊) but there was just barely enough for the surgeon to do the procedure. (Meaning, there had to be a certain amount for insurance to cover it)and some people ask “when are you going to have this done, that done”. One very old male “friend” asked Me when I was going to get breasts implants because he thinks they’re too small now. They always have something to run their mouths about.

[@carrieschnug9830]

I think showing the reality is so helpful! What a brave thing to do! I mean, it’s not about skin or no skin, but putting yourself out there in any capacity, aging, depression, all of it! People know I g they are not alone in whatever journey you are on is so helpful for so many! I appreciate the people that have helped me in whatever journey they are on! It’s easy to say ignore the haters… but, know that so many of us out here behind our computers, are grateful to all you “influencers” for sharing your journey… there are more of us, than the haters!

[@maximum_bird]

I have skin removal/abdominoplasty in 2021. It was all about comfort and not how it looked (okay, I hated that too but I could only justify the cost as a quality of life improvement for my personal physical comfort). It's still surgery and it still has a recovery period. At the end of the day, it's ultimately only something you should do if it will improve your quality of life and you accept that there are some things it cannot fix.

[@KlutzyKay]

Thank you for talking about this again, John. I just had my first baby and have been really struggling with the loose skin. I'm working hard to lose the weight to become more comfortable with the skin but my mind keeps bringing me to wanting the most immediate fix -surgery- but we are still building our family and it would all be a waste in a few years. My husband is great about it and very encouraging about the fitness for my health and makes me feel very beautiful, but I am so hard on myself worried about what other people would think about it, and literally why? Who cares?

[@suzz1776]

If u wanna get the skin removed or not removed, its ur business not the Internets. The Internet has made people thoroughly mean and narcissistic. Its sad. Loosing that amount of weight is a huge deal and amazing, and the internet shouldnt be mean about the excess skin, if they dont like it than they dont have to watch the content. Im so sick of mean people saying mean crap to strangers online when in person they would never stuff like that.

[@felixthecat2786]

I blame My 600 Pound Life for this expectation that people have. They just assume that your weight loss journey is not complete until you get the weight loss surgery.

[@twassell25]

ive lost 190 lbs, and i have a ton of loose skin, it makes me look like I weigh 100 lbs more than I do. I am really worried about having the skin removal surgery, but i cant help but wonder what I could look like. It sucks working so hard on my health and body to still look deformed like a tub of shit. I just cant decide what to do. I can afford it, but im incredibly worried about the possibility of complications during recovery or on the table itself. I dont want do something that could ruin my life.

[@Kattlarv]

While not weight related, I do have a body part that is outlawed in several countries and thousands of websites. Up to and including video games. (Like the most recent notable example was cyberpunk) It's kinda treated as if its some disgusting disease. And, yeah. That doesn't do much for confidence. Heck, back in ~2005, they tried to advertise the removal of it with new names, to make it seem more hip and acceptable while barraging teen girls about how gross they are for having it. While ofc: Any male counterpart of it is utterly ignore and normalized. I mean, heck the tag on sites that allow it is often something like "grotesque_". It is quite baffling to see how people treat these things. Usually with a dose of bigotry.

[@micrometeorite1967]

In my country, a tummy tuck can be done for free under universal health care, and is treated as an extension of treating obesity, after bariatric surgery. Usually it falls under loose skin, causing orthopedic or dermatological issues. Arms, legs and chest (without implants) can also be done for free if you find a nice surgeon. I'm almost a month post getting a tummy tuck, and honestly it's amazing, although for me, it's not about "looking great". I already looked great with those 5kg of loose skin. But sweating during summer, risking rashes and burns, additional spine pressure, even excercising being difficult. I wasn't really able to jog or do half of cardio because the moving skin just hurt. Second best decision in my life after bariatric surgery.

[@jennismith6302]

Also, some of us want the surgery but need to lose another 100 pounds before insurance will cover it, but we're stalled. So many variations. I love that you are having this conversation!

[@madisonsnellings8501]

If they can’t take my as I am they don’t deserve me.

[@bryonseilerXauBry0716]

Very cool. I haven't viewed your channel in a while. Thank you for still being you and loose skinned. I'm losing weight and am self conscious about my loose skin. Thank you for giving me confidence.

[@littlemswolf]

Congrats on your weight lost journey.

[@cholulalv]

I’ve lost around 90 lbs (with 15 lbs left to go). It’s obvious I will have some loose skin, but because of positive influences like you it’s something I see myself having earned and not something I’ll need surgery for. That’s not to say that anyone who wants theirs removed shouldn’t, only you know what’s comfortable for yourself 😊

[@erin7634]

If a man as kind and funny as John told me he had loose skin I literally would not care. We all end up wrinkly and old one day anyways.

[@wallhagens2001]

Yep. At 60, I'm not the same as 20. Accepting change is part of life.

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Being morbidly obese is a lot less attractive then having loose skin, and it will slowly disappear with intermittent fasting and time, but it takes a long time.

[@jnnschnll9008]

Loose skin is what body positivity should be for.

[@rbadenroufa]

I love how you talk about the journey being "done," vs. other people saying that a person who has lost weight isn't "done," with their journey.... I find it really positive to think of the journey being done. Done doesn't imply any comparison with what "should be," or with the outside world. It is about a person's own decision to be "done." I love it!

[@Zakuyuki]

I get not wanting a surgery that isn't necessary because you never know what might go wrong. Your quality of life might improve or the opposite can happen. I know this is not comparable but I am very insecure about my nose and have at multiple points in the past considered getting it fixed. But I won't ever do it because I'm paranoid about any possible complications. I have a pretty severe pollen allergy and I really need my nose to work well rather than to look nice.

[@jasminmarie992]

I’ve lost 130lbs, I have some loose skin but I’m tall so it’s not that bad. Personally I would love to get a tummy tuck, that’s really my only problem area but I don’t want to go through the down time. I’m an avid outdoor enthusiast, hiking, mountain climbing and backpacking are my passions. We only get so much time in this life and rather than spending months in recovery I’ll be outdoors. People are always going to be horrible and mean, I hope everyone who has lost the weight gives a big FU to all the haters. Don’t listen to them and be proud of what you have achieved!!!

[@incredibleshrinkingbeardedman]

Just got my first of two surgeries done on Feb 15th for my chectband arms. They took off nearly 10lbs. Belly is next in September. Absolutely zero regrets getting it done! Life is so much better already.

[@drewcollins4533]

You still put in the work and that’s phenomenal. You’ll get the surgery eventually. Just be happy that you lost the weight. I have scars and a disability too. Other people are going to look and judge whether your body is perfect or deformed. Don’t let it get to you.

[@vanivari359]

Also, keep in mind that excessive lose skin is not a guaranteed fate. I lost around 120 pounds at the age of 42-44 with barely any. Maybe it is genetics, maybe it was the "long" time of 2 years, but aside from wrinkles near the armpits and at the very top of the thighs, as well as anything but firm skin on the stomach and some stretch marks, no traces are left from the years of overweight. But even if it starts to get lose, you can just stop at that point and you will be much more healthy and active. Life at 230 was already much better than at 300. I could lose another 20 pounds, but i stopped when i reached a 25 BMI. I see no real benefit for me in losing 20 more, but the skin would probably get worse.

[@JohnNathanShopper]

Let us always remember that John Glaude has rizz even when he was heavy. 😎

[@RachelReduces]

you know! 🤘

[@Mrsjengood11]

Losing 300lbs is amazing!!! I’m sure many people would trade being over 400lbs with some loose skin everyday

[@okaokadu]

One thing that people don't talk about having loose skin surgery is that if you want to get pregnant, your body needs skin to sketch, specially in the stomach and breasts. So even if we're just talking about aesthetics and not taking the safety and comfort in consideration, I prefer having my body as it is now than having my past strech marks + surgery scars + new stretch marks and loose skin from pregnancy. As for the loose skin in sexy times situation, I honestly don't mind mine and neither do my partner, but of course I have my insecurities and what I personally do is just avoid a certain angle or position that could make me self conscious or uncomfortable during sex. Girls. If your partner is more focused on your body not looking like a supermodel than being proud of your hard work and accomplishments, he's not seeing you the way you deserve to be seen.

[@stephaniebuterbaugh6692]

my thoughts are if you want to get it done, get it done... if not that is okay too! If someone truly loves you for you, they won't care! Also to add, Surgery is PAINFUL!

[@evelieningels9408]

I think it's great people talk about this more, I only really discovered recently that loose skin is like a thing, idk I just assumed the skin would like adapt to the body as the fat is being lost or something, at first it kinda made me feel uncomfortable bc it just wasn't something I had ever seen before, but the more people talk about it, the more it seems as a pretty normal thing and I don't think it should be seen as something bad, someone turning their life around and chosing to become healthier is great

[@AnalystManIssac]

Sometimes the skin does adapt to the body, it’s all based off of genetics and how obese you are. At my worst I was 275 pounds at 6‘,2“ tall. i’m totally blind and can’t see, I lost all my weight 14 weeks later and got down to 183. I really didn’t have any loose skin whatsoever.

[@cindytrimblr]

Before I had gotten any loose skin removal surgery I thought I'd do a lot of areas because personally, the loose skin really bothered me. Between clothing fitting weird, skin infections, chaffing etc. I wanted to remove it and that was my plan. And then I got my extended tummy tuck in November 2023. In all my research I was not prepared for how difficult the recovery was going to be. Not to mention I unfortunately got complication after complication after complication and my surgeon is talking about needing to do a revision at my 1 year mark and I'm devistated. It doesn't feel worth it for the mild to moderate improvement. I still get skin infections and severe chaffin in other areas and would need to get several more surgeries to fix it. So now I need to weigh the risks and rewards. Maybe I'll get another or maybe I won't but that's my decision. Anyone who has not lost a ton of weight or gotten even 1 of these surgeries have no idea how intense it is. Each surgery has a 1 year recovery period. It's insane. And that is just the physical aspect of it. I didn't realize it would also be an emotional and mental journey because of the swelling and feeling constantly sick or sore as you slowly heal. Granted by 6 wks-3 months you do feel a lot better, but that time feels so much longer than it really is. Not to mention to financial toll, plus taking time off work, and a family member or whoever is taking care of you might need to take off work. And if you have kids or a lack of PTO, having holidays inbetween, other obligations. There are so many factors to consider because a skin removal surgery recovery takes over your life for several weeks/months.

[@stevennath9207]

It's too bad people are not really cognizant about how her post may be exactly what someone who is on the fence about losing weight needs to motivate their journey. As a person who lost 160lbs, gained back 100 and is now working to lose it, a post like yours and hers motivates me to focus on the health journey not the aesthetic journey. Keep up the good work, it never crossed my mind to get rid of my loose skin. It's my journey map and so far nobody has ever seen me and said whoa you're not quite there. It's always been encouragement for getting healthy.

[@Kriistall7]

I have loose skin from having kids and my belly skin stretching so tightly, and I had been so self conscious... but now it's just a normal part of me ❤ not the same as my whole body, but that's just life!

[@jerolvilladolid]

Im sure obesttobeast's reasons for not wanting to have skin removal surgery is because they will cut the nerves of the nipples to reallign them and he has sensitive nipples that he wants to keep sensitive for his pleasure. There you go.

[@sanije4175]

After losing 120lbs in 2021 at 24 years old I had quite a decent amount of loose skin but decided not to have skin removal surgery until my partner and I were done having children. Since then I've had 2 pregnancies (currently 30 weeks pregnant) and actually gained 40lbs back during these pregnancies. It would have been so dangerous to have skin removal surgery and then have kids gaining that much back so I'm confident that I made the right choice. I am excited though once this baby is here to lose the regained weight using all the knowledge I've gained over the years on my journey and then revisit the idea of some skin removal surgery in the coming few years (potentially a 30th birthday present to myself to have a mummy makeover in 2026) but the loose skin does not define who I am as a person as it doesn't define you or this lady in the video. We are amazing for the hard work we put in to lose the weight!