Thursday, May 28, 2026

Skin changes with weight loss (I might actually look worse?)

Hi All,

I have been on a long and slow weight loss journey after slowly gaining weight over the past few years. I am 30M, and currently weigh 15st 13lbs. I used to be around 12st and would like to get back closer to that.

The only thing I've found that has helped and fits easily into my lifestyle is going to the gym. I've been using the elliptical and rowing machine for ages, but have recently moved on to the treadmill too (I also do some work with weights)

I have only lost a few pounds but I can feel my muscles are firmer, particularly on my legs where you can see my muscles now, and my shoulders/chest area. So I hope something is happening under the surface, even if I can't quite tell at the moment.

However, when I look in the mirror, I somehow look worse than I did before I started the gym. I feel like my skin looks dimpled/mottled and uneven, and my muffin top now sags over my belt in a way it has never done before.

Although I've made limited progress, I have tried so so much to make a change and I'm feeling very downhearted and demotivated. Has anyone else had this experience? I am trying to convince myself it's all part of the process 🙏🏼

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