I'm self conscious-give me an honest opinion of my body

Don't listen to any of the negative replies. Even the ones saying you are creepy just because you flexed your bicep. Flexing a bicep does not make anyone a "creep". I could see if the negative replies were based on some sort of fact, but they just seem to be being negative, for the sake of being negative, rather than having any real basis for saying it.

 

A typical American reply. For any slight mental problem, go to a professional. Bullshit. Many people have these little confidence issues. If his friends, and people on forums such as this one were a bit more supportive, all problems would be solved immediatly. Now, I'm a straight guy so I'm not gonna comment on his body, but it looks pretty much like mine, and I see nothing wrong with my body. What's with all the hate? Some peace loving flower children you are.

 

Well, we're not ALL into getting professional help at the drop of a hat, and I'm not sure all the negativity was hate.

But I do see your point. Coming from peace-loving flower children, as you say, some replies seem cold. One of the things this board is for, I thought, is for when we need to find friends---sometimes that's what we all need. Oh well. I'm new here. We'll see.

 

I agree. Especially since this guy says he's self conscious about it. That's not a time to make fun. Not that everyone on these forums has to be nice all the time, but don't set out to be a total dick.

 

Dude, you're fine. I used to look like you, and I'd give a lot to look that way again. Actually, even at my age, there's still hope! Thanks for the inspiration. Anyway, you should wear shorts! Try barefoot. Work up to no shirt when it's hot. At least a tank top. Hell, I even still do these things. While not everyone can or should get a dark tan, at least go for some exposure outdoors and a dash of color. Since you never wear shorts, your lowers might do with some. Just to ease you into being comfortable in front of others.

As someone else told you, just be natural. Muscle tone seems more appealing to most folks, instead of the fully pumped look. Other people will tell you slightly different. But you've got nothing to worry about and some folks here even made you quite a compliment.

 

mens sane in corpora sana

or something like that....
I forget

 

I forgot*