HOW TO GET RID OF IT

Hi guys & girls,
16 months ago, i used to weigh a staggering 275 lbs. Now,i weigh 186 lbs. even though, i'm satisfied with my present weight, i have no probs, b'coz i know that if i can keep working out the way i did it for the last 16 months,then i can definitely burn more and get that dream v-shaped body some day with that trim waistline.
But, the problem is that, ever since i lost so much fat and water from my body, i have plenty of loose skin dangling in front of my lower abdomen, my hips and inner thighs. i dont have any idea on how to get rid of it. So i request you all to help me in giving some tips or other workouts on how get rid of that loose skin which once stored plenty of fat in my body. Please......

To be honest with you, not much will help with the loose skin other than surgery...it will tight'n up some, but not ever prolly how you want it to...

Hi Prashanth,
As a mom of three (soon to be four) and a licensed esthetician (skincare specialist) I can tell you that Korjer is right. Collagen and Elastin fibers in the skin can only stretch so far before they break and scar, which is stretch marks. Also, once the skin has stretched to a certain point, it does not go back, no matter what creams or treatments you use. The only way to truly get rid of lots of excess skin is cosmetic surgery. You will have some scarring, but to alot of people find it is worth it. Excess skin can also be annoyingly uncomfortable and make it hard to find clothes that fit right. I am planning on a tummy tuck after I get to my goal weight after having this last baby. I have a little kangaroo pouch that is permanent and need that skin removed, so I know what you are talking about. Check with a cosmetic surgeon, many will give you a free consultation to see what they can do for you and how much it will cost. Don't let this discourage you, start saving some money now, and by the time you get to your goal weight (they recommend you be within 10 lbs. of your goal weight before surgery) you can get the excess skin removed as a gift to yourself for all that hard work! Good Luck!!

Surgery...

I have the same problem and what I have found is if your not happy with it now try and not lose too much weight or fat because it will just get more saggy and dangle more trust me I have tried, instead focus on building muscle as I have been. You may get a thicker waist etc. but it actually makes the excess skin not look too bad!

I go for my tummy tuck early next year, the cost is $6,000 plus two weeks off for recovery and a scar that fades over time!

Embrace that excess skin and don't feel guilty you it, it has made you the person you are today.

Dude first I wana say congrats, that is an amazing accomplishment!

I have to echo what everyone else is saying, surgery is probably the only option. For now its just a reminder on how great you have done :)

Prashanth,

Man I can definately relate to what you are talking about. I weighed 310 four years ago and when I diet down for a show the loose skin around my naval is noticable. I get so frustrated. So I practice posing to try and hide it the best I can, however its there.

I judge told to thicken my abdominal walls it will help however not rid me of the problem. Getting a tummy tuck is my last resort!

I just don't have the funds needed

great accomplishment bud....! Alot of hard work huh??you should be very proud of yourself..Good luck on the rest...Brian

Well, i'm quiet happy with my body now, but i have dream..........of having a good look 6 pack. i workout 3 hours everyday. 1 hour cardio and 2 hours intense workout. plus balanced diet with no salt and less water intake. plus supplements. Despite, all these efforts, isn't it possible to change my dangling skin other than a surgery???......

My trainer suggested me to build on deltoids more, so that it would make our shoulders broad and waistline look smaller....