Losing Weight May Bring These Not-So-Great Surprises
Wishing you could lose weight? It may not be all hearts and roses. Shedding pounds may also bring a few of these not-so-appreciated surprises, like sagging, stretch-marked skin. Keep reading to see what else you can expect when the weight melts away.
Incredible Shrinking Boobs
Welcome to the itty bitty titty committee.
Bigger, More Bootylicious Boo-tay
Whether you planned on it or not, all those squats and booty kicks can add tons more junk to your trunk.
Fading-to-Flat Tush
Or you may have the opposite backside problem, mourning for the loss of your perky buns, desperate enough to break down and buy these cushies for your tushy.
Free Viewings of Your Butt Crack
Accidentally mooning someone on the treadmill because your capris are suddenly too loose isn't the most amazing way to celebrate your weight loss, but going shopping for smaller pants is!
Always Fa-Fa-Feeling Cu-Cu-Cold
You're beyond excited about losing all that body fat, but when enduring colder temps, you're not psyched about realizing it was there for a reason. Brrrr.
Lost Jewelry
Rings that felt too snug to even dream of taking off without professional help may suddenly slip off of your now tinier hands.
Too-Big Boots
Since you can't pick and choose where your body loses fat, shrinking feet may mean your shoes no longer fit. This could be seen as a real bummer, or as an opportunity to hit the mall.
Comments About Your Body
Family, friends, co-workers — heck, even your hairdresser will notice you slimmed down. All those comments may make you feel self-conscious (damn, was I really that fat?), or they may be just what you've been waiting to hear (finally!).
Weight Gain?
You're running and strength training and the scale numbers have gone up! Sure your jeans fit better and your arms look more chiseled, but damn — that number hurts!