No matter what else happens in life, I'm proud to say that I've never been overweight.  Five years ago, got to BMI 24. Still looked fine compared to everyone else, but things felt off.  I said "fuck that"to a future of being any heavier. Started biking more and eating less.  Six months later, hit bmi 20.0 and I'm in the best shape of my life. Not op. Don't want a hugbox.  But a Curt thumbs up and a nod of "good job, now don't fuck up solider" feels appropriate.