u/Master_Insurance230

Probably a very controversial thing to say.

I have been around the block, I have friends that have dated around.

I find that when you enter a longer term relationship with someone, you both tend to copy each others lifestyles and end up somewhere in the middle. It makes sense imo, you will be around them a lot and pick up their habits. Its a life partner.

I notice people who are active, and at a lower weight tend to gain weight when with a partner who does the opposite. If their partner is highly active and eats well, they tend to lose it (while the partner gains a bit).

Of course results may vary, but it can make it harder/ easier based on what and who you surround yourself with.