My posture has changed for the worse

[Briardlady 73]

I've lost 130 pounds, 15 pounds from goal. Most of my remaining fat is in my belly. I feel as if I'm walking hunched over, like a little old lady. Ok, I'm 60, but don't like to look like I'm 80. It's especially bad when I first get up. When I'm walking for exercise, I straighten up after about the first ten minutes. Has anyone else felt their posture change? I'm debating about making an appointment with my PCP, see if physical therapy would help. Any suggestions? I do get backaches, muscle aches right in the middle of the back, fairly often. I wonder if I'm hunching over to try to protect my back? If I stand against a wall, I can't touch my shoulders to the wall. I've never read about this on the forums. Thanks for any help.

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[KristenLe 5,979]

I have not lost weight yet but I think PT would help or learning exercises that will strengthen your core. Good luck!

[Miss Mac 6,262]

My sleeve improved my posture greatly and I gained back 1/2 inch that I had lost from leaning over. My 53" belly was very heavy.

My unprofessional guess is that at 130 pounds down, maybe you have a heavy apron of skin bringing you down with gravity. If you are not considering a skin removal, maybe a girdle would help hold it up.

Your posture is definitely worth mentioning. There are so many odd changes that happen to our bodies, but so much to look forward to.