Need Help - Weight Loss and Loose Skin - Can It Be Avoided?

[Weightman]

Hey guys,

New to the site. Here is the thing. I used to frequent the gym on a regular basis in my thirties and was in fine form with just the right amount of muscle in order to land myself a spouse - LOL
Now, 20 years later I am approximately 70 lbs overweight and have been for about 6 years.

I hade an epiphany this week and decided to take back control of my life. I joined a gym two days ago, and am slowly easing into my exercise regime.

I am 55 years young, 252lbs. Although I am not concerned about my ability to put on muscle, I am though about the possibility (or near certainty?) of having loose skin when I reach my goal. My skin is pretty taught for my age, and despite my huge gut I do not have any stretch marks, which I feel is a good marker of my skin's elasticity.

I know it is key not to loose one's weight too fast (1 to 2 lbs /week), as well as putting on muscle mass during weight loss, but over and above that, I was wondering if any of you have herd or know of any successful 70lb weight losses without any loose skin? Before and after pics, advice for incentive would be great.

Here is how I looked on my start day, two days ago.

Thanks!
Chris