I would have wanted to knock them out! You are better than me! You got this!!! Show them bitches!

Maybe I'm wrong, but I read this as the three girls tried to justify their behavior as "encouragement" after the staff confronted them, instead of the staff themselves justifying the girls. If that's the case, I'd say the blame is squarely on the mean girls and not the gym. that said, this is a clear case of weight shaming and bullying by low self esteem trash. ignore the noise and keep up with the exercise.

Pity them... If the only thing they can do with their time is follow someone around in a gym and laugh at them, then they have their own issues to sort out. They wouldn't be doing this if they didn't need to feel higher than somebody, meaning that someone or something is making them feel low normally.

Do these two things. 1) If you see them again and they mock you, mock them about how your boobs are bigger than theirs. They won't expect it, and if you can laugh at yourself, it takes away the reaction they want and they won't have anything to say. 2) Stick with the gym. At 360 pounds, a steady gym routine can turn that fat into muscle, so ignore them or better yet, turn their insults into motivation. Once you're lifting twice their weight and have six-pack abs, they'll be sorry they mocked you because they'll want to flirt with you.

It drives me insane when people make fun of others for being overweight/out of shape AT THE GYM. Like, what do they think you're there for? Screw those girls. It is great that you are working towards a healthier lifestyle. Hang in there, OP, and definitely try bringing this up to the manager.

Come here and I'll do proper encouraging, my friend. And if anyone wants to say anything... they'll also have to deal with me. I can't stand assholes like that.

Gyms are only for thin people who can lift. I am overweight myself and that was made very clear to me every time i have been to the gym. Thin and trying to bulk up, and now trying to get rid of the fat. Best thing to say to those bitches "Gym will make ME look better, but honey, YOU need a plastic surgeon"

Don't let them discourage you. Going to the gym is the first step, I would say honestly to find a different gym. Your gym shouldn't support that kind of behavior. Try the YMCA. They are amazing there. Good luck op.

Sorry this happened to you. Obviously you are trying to make changes which is admirable! Don't let stupid, immature, and cruel people ruin what you have going for you. Easier said then done, but you can do it!

All gyms should have rules about respecting others and strict "no body-shaming" policy, but until that happens, I hope you find a gym where you feel comfortable and can accomplish your goal of becoming healthier.