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Weight issue, how to handle this?

Me and this guy mutually like each other. Thing is, he is a little overweight (maybe 30 pounds?). It's not a deal breaker for me because we are very compatible in other ways but it's hard to get past...

I work out regularly and health is very important to me. And I hope I'm not being shallow but I would be more sexually attracted to him if he got in shape.

How do I even approach this? Is it even any of my business? Should I just take him as he is?

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  • 9 years ago
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    u should take him as he is if u like him enough. but if it bothers u u could try to get him to work out with u so it'll create a stronger bond between the both of u and he'll lose weight. hope that helps.

  • 9 years ago

    I say you should date someone you are attracted to physically and mentally. Why settle? If the guy does not have the drive to stay in shape and live a healthy life, then he certainly won't have it if you push him to lose 30 pounds. He has to want this change for himself. You can't mold a man to what you want them to be. So either you accept him for who he is, or move on with your life and date someone who you are more physically attracted to.

  • john
    Lv 4
    9 years ago

    Try getting him to work out with you as recreation. Even something as simple as walking can help him get in shape without intimidating him. Don't admit that his weight is a problem. That might offend him.

  • Anonymous
    9 years ago

    i've been in your exact situation! i really liked the girl for the person she was but she felt bad about herself and always put herself down??? but in general, if the sex isn't good then the relationship won't lst...but not true for everyone.. that was the main deal breaker for me and i tried to help her but it ended none the less...

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  • Anonymous
    9 years ago

    If you tell him that it could ruin it. Try to get him to jog with you or take walks. Maybe even see if he wants to go to the gym with you or something.

  • ?
    Lv 4
    9 years ago

    you don't approach it.. just accept him the way that he is.. he can always lose the weight.. his personality is more important !

    Source(s): experience
  • Anonymous
    9 years ago

    Think if you were in his shoes. what if he was you, and he didnt take you because you were overweight. your heart would be teared. like they told us in kindergarten, "Treat others like you want to be treated" Right? Id take him as he is, if hes sweet, nice, respectful, thats all that matters.

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