Question:
Is this true that the larger you are, the faster you lose?

Hey guys, I've heard quite a few times, that " the bigger you are, the faster you lose the weight " does anyone know if there's any truth in this statement? Just wondering! Thanks in advance for any responces!! I really appreciate it.    — Jennifer M. (posted on November 20, 2001)

November 19, 2001
Let's just say you have the potential to lose more and more quickly, but other factors also play a part. The biggest being your metabolism, also how much you're willing to exercise and if you're going to stick to the diet with the focus on protein and water intake.
   — Traci H.

November 19, 2001
I have been told the same thing. I guess the heavier you are the more water weight you have so I guess that is the first to go.....However I needed to lose 120 lbs before surgery, my surgeon told me it would take 6-7 months to lose 60-70 lbs FYI.....I have already lost 65# and its only 3 months so I guess it really depends on your metabolism and how much you exercise......Good Luck!
   — Melissa S.

November 19, 2001
The downside to the extra heavy is that they are less likely to get to their overall goal. Although their life and health will be much improved.
   — bob-haller

November 19, 2001
Yes, I believe that's true. But, it's also true that the heavier you are the less likely you are to lose enough to be thought of as "thin" and more likely you are to require some reconstructive surgery. The "wls stars" in my group, the women who wearing size 8 jeans, are the ones who started out on the "small" side.
   — [Anonymous]

November 19, 2001
I can say from my experience that it is true! I weighed 370 pounds just 117 days ago. Today I weigh 273.5. I dont do anything better or more than anyone else, its just that I have more to lose. I suspect now I will start to lose at a lower rate now that I have less to lose. Remember, though, that a big person may lose 100 in 4 months, but they still have another 100 to go. A smaller person may take a year to lose 100 pounds, but they will probably be done and closer to their goal weight!
   — Courtney W.

November 20, 2001
I would say yes;my pre-op weight was 464 on Aug 30,now as of yesterday,81 days ago I've lost 94 pounds.
   — Robert D.

November 20, 2001
well i personally don't think that is true....i know im a slow loser..im a little over 3 months out still have lost the first 50 pds...so i know im a slow loser...but i know it will come off in time...i try not to dwell on it ...or i will get depressed.
   — [Anonymous]