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Originally Posted by BigRedBeta
This is bullshit, and I think that for the majority of people who are obese, it all comes down to making choices. You don't even have to make tough choices - like switching from regular to diet pop, or chips to pretzles. Small things do matter. Even just going from a Venti Latte at starbucks to a tall makes a difference!
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I agree with all that. Even such a little thing as not drink any pop/soda at all can help you lose.
My personal trainer was doing the easiest exercises with me and they really helped to tone and decrease body fat percentages. I thought it was hilarious that when I was dieting, I lost maybe 2lbs. When I went back to eating whatever I want, in smaller portions, I lost 5lbs, and continue to losing more.
I don't totally disagree with this association though. There were times where I've gotten passed up for a job because of my looks. And no, I didn't assume. A friend of mine who'd worked there told me and was pissed by it. And if a person is healthy and overweight, they shouldn't have to be passed up for a job is they could do it better than a good-looking skinny person.
Oh and people need to get off the thought that you can't be overweight and healthy. If I could post my latest bloodwork and full physical reports, you'd never know that I'm the weight I am. The most unhealthy thing about me is the mild arthritis I have in my wrists and knees. Part of that is hereditary, and part is from playing sports that are damaging to these parts.
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