Someone called me a “thicker girl” when describing me today - got me feeling a bit discouraged with where I’m at in my journey (5’4” 130lbs)

[u/bazookiedookie]

How do you you guys handle stuff like this? I didn’t say anything to the person because I don’t think they necessarily were saying it negatively, but idk I hate when people comment on women’s bodies like that.

I’m probably being overly sensitive but hearing that made me feel like I’m kinda failing in my fitness journey. I’ve plateaued here at the 130 mark (goal weight is 120) and this comment has gotten in my head a bit. I kinda thought I looked average right now, but didn’t really considered myself to be “thick”

I definitely carry my weight in my waist and hips unfortunately. But we all know you can’t do “spot” weight loss.

Any encouragement is welcome. How do you handle these situations? What do you tell yourself?

[u/Sunshine-andRavioli]

You're well proportioned and have a nice body shape. "Thick" is not what comes to mind. Maybe it was a compliment, but you could ask them not to comment on your body in the future?

You look to be a healthy weight. Focusing on 120 as a goal might be discouraging you. At this point it should be more about how strong and healthy you feel and how you fit in your favorite clothes! You could tone up with strength training (only if that's your goal- you look great regardless!), but the scale may still not budge.

From personal experience, I'm 5'3" and haven't been 120 since my early 20s. I filled out more and built muscle from hiking a ton. I will never be 120 again, and that's ok! The number on the scale can be a measure of progress, but not in every scenario. 🙂