Ugh, misery loves company.
People are threatened by those who are successful and have some other intoxicating characteristic like a great personality, intelligence, power, etc.
And they may inadvertently try to sabotage this person with backhanded compliments because they are not comfortable with themselves or their place in life, therefore they will try to downplay or take away from the efforts or accomplishments of those who are successful.
As I mentioned in another thread, weight/diet is as sensitive and controversial as discussing politics or religion. It's best to just tell people that he's uncomfortable discussing it and/or it's not up for discussion. But graciously thank them for their acknowledgment and walk away from the conversation.
Congrats to him for the accomplishment!
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