Frequently heard: I just have heavy bones

Have you ever seen a thick skeleton? So how is it that some people seem to have heavy bones? Well, they don't. You can't have heavy bones. What can happen is having excess fat.

So, the idea that you might find it harder to lose weight because you have heavy bones is nonsense. The weight of your bones contributes only slightly to your total body weight. Your weight is mainly determined by muscle and fat mass. The difference in bone mass between people of the same height is often just a few hundred grams.

How do I lose weight then?

Good news for those who thought they had heavy bones: it's just fat. And you can burn fat. If the cause is not medical or genetic, you are likely overweight due to a lack of exercise and a calorie surplus. This is often very confronting and can be a challenging task to tackle alone. With a good dose of motivation, perseverance, and the right knowledge, you can go a long way.