How to look skinnier than I actually am?

I've recently lost 20lbs. I went to the gym like crazy and ate right, etc etc. My cousin lost 50 lbs. I live in another state and I am going to visit family in about a week. They all know that I've been dieting and trying to lose weight. I used to be over 200lbs and now I'm almost in the 170's.. I want to look thinner. I put a ton of effort and work into losing weight and for some reason my body just isn't willing to work with me. I've been trying to lose weight for years. I've done crazy gym schedules (five days a week hour long sessions at the gym). At one time I practically turned vegetarian just to try to lose some weight.(I eat meat now though) At that time I did lose some significant weight but was overshadowed by another family member who lost even more. They told her how great she looked, showered her with praise. Some of them even bought her beautiful clothes. And me, they didn't even notice me. Despite the fact that I was only like 5-10 lbs heavier than she was at the time. I know I'm a heavier set woman and it's just how my body was built. But I don't want to be embarrassed. I have huge arms and shoulders, a chubby tummy, and big thighs. If it helps I'm an overly curvy hour glassed figure. I need something to wear that will actually look decent on me. Please help?

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the answer with your time frame is going to be your clothing and maybe a new hair cut- you have a newer body 30 pounds is a big difference,so now most of your clothing probable doesnt fit the way it should take a good friend and head to a thrif store and restock try on different clothing and find what looks best. generally you will want something that draws the eyes to the bust, with a form fitted top or a belt around the middle to emphasize your smaller waist. without seeing pictures this is the best i can do.

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• One thing you could do is wear darker colors, wearing black always makes people look thinner then they actually are. Congratulations on the 20 pounds!! That's awesome, you should feel so proud.

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how long do i have to wait after breakfast to exercise?

im trying to lose weight but i never have time to exercise in the morning after breakfast because of school. now i do have gym every other day its the first class that i have and in gym we have to run a mile every other day i also play soccer and tennis. (im still really fat i weigh 205 lbs and im not muscular at all) but i still want to do exercises outside of school to speed up the weight loss process.

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Okay sounds good I see the motivation and commitment you want. You want change?okay let's see. Hmm okay you have to eat healthy because sugar and glucose goes to your unwanted weight. Go to Nutrition.gov and take notes on portions and what to avoid and what to look for. Tell your guardian about this goal you have. Tell then no soda,cookies,microwave food nothing you know is unhealthy. Instead tell them fruit & veggies. There's lots of ways to make healthy food delicious and fun. Okay so I read that that its best to work out in the morning before you eat because you just went about 6 hours with out eating and that exactly how many hours it takes your body to go in panic mode and search for food it taps in to your stored energy and burns it. The only way to speed up that process is to dedicate your self. The beginning is the hardest part (not really) but why would you want to give up because you'll just have start all over. Give it 13 weeks of misery.Don't forget to drink lots or water because if you don't you can dehydrate and that's not good at all. You'll be sweating a lot. Water is essential to the body.I suggest these specific exercises.-Lifting weights (burns fat & build muscle).-Mountain Climbers.-Squats.-jogging (slow,fast something) up hill though.-Side struttle hops-push-ups -crunches with your feet folded in the air.-Being happy always smile your great as F$&k I bet.Good luck though.Ps don't ask on this just google things like Nutrition and exercises ya know?

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• U gota exercise first and then eat breakfast!

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Can anyone give me a healthy foods list? CHEAP?

I am only 15, I really really really need to lose weight. I''m talking about 100+ pounds. I weigh 215 pounds, and I''m 5''1. NOT ATTRACTIVE AT ALL!!

So I was wondering if I could get a shopping list, I only have 15$ to spend though, because I don''t have a job, and I barley ever get money. I need to buy it myself so that It will be eaten by ME an not everyone else. The reason I also need to buy it, is because No one wants to eat health foods at my house, so please HELP ME :( ??

How to Lose Weight?

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Heathly foods don''t have to be expensive. You should aim to eat lean protiens, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats at each meal. Some inexpensive sources of protien are natural peanut butter (look for brands that have the least amount of added sugar,) non fat greek yogurt, and eggs. Try to add as much whole and minimally cooked fruits and vegetables to your meals as you can, too. You could eat celery sticks with your peanut butter, or a banana with your yogurt. Hard boiled eggs are easy to carry and keep in the frige for 2 weeks. Try to encourage your family to try a more healthy side dish at a couple of weekly meals. Read about nutrition and healthy recipes and offer to cook a healthy dish for the family occasionally. Even if you have to eat what the family wants to eat, just eat less and exercise. Walking is the best exercise that you can do. Easy, cheap, and you can do it in a mall, on the sidewalk, or anywhere you can. Upping your activity level is the best way to start losing the pounds. I did it and lost 180 lbs in 2 years. Walking started the weight loss and as the weight came off, I got more encouraged to revise my diet. When you learn about nutrition, you will be able to adjust your menu to your wallet. Don''t give up, it will be worth it to have a healthy and attractive looking body.

• ask your doctor.
• Fresh fruits and veggies are inexpensive and healthy.
  Beans and rice, brown rice is healthiest.
  
  I suggest using a calorie counting tool, like on myfitnesspal.com. Remember also, you can burn the calories you eat by staying active.
• 15 bucks ain''t gonna buy ya nothin sorry

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