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Am I too thin?

Im 5 “8 and I weigh 114. I was 110, becuase I was really stressed, but I gained a few back recently. I used to be 125, but I ABSOLUTELY HATED IT! I always felt fat! and I never felt comfortable in a baithingsuit! After losing a lot of weight I feel a lot more confident! I feel like I can wear anything! I LIKE BEING THE WEIGHT THAT IAM! But my family keeps telling me I lost too much weight and I need to gain it back! I dont want to gain it back tho. Its really annoying theylkl look at me and say why are you so skinny? What should I do?

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Answer #1

Simply a Rose to brighten your day,         And maybe lessen the cares in your way;         And also, too, to help you to know,         That in knowing you, many others grow!

  According to the Adult weight chart, you should weigh between 126 and 154 pounds.   Maybe if you increase your exercise program you could tone up some of your muscles which might add a little weight and improve your wellbeing.

How to GAIN weight?

First, determine from the information below, what your weight should be. Then set yourself goals of a week, 2 weeks, a month, 3 months, 6 months and a year. As you see yourself meeting your goals it becomes easier.

BMI (Body Mass Index) is a measurement of body fat based on height and weight that applies to both men and women between the ages of 18 and 65 years.

BMI Classification

18.5 or less Underweight
18.5 to 24.99 Normal Weight
25 to 29.99 Overweight
30 to 34.99 Obesity (Class 1)
35 to 39.99 Obesity (Class 2)
40 or greater Morbid Obesity

Check out your BMI at the bmi calculator site below to see where you stand.

bmi calculator:

http://www.bmi-calculator.net/

If you need conversion info, 1 kg = 2.2 pounds and 2.54 cm = 1 inch (12 inches = 1 foot)

Info if you are trying to GAIN weight:

http://www.bmi-calculator.net/treatment/underweight-treatment.php

“What should a minimum calorie intake be?”

As a guide to minimum calorie intake, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommends that calorie levels never drop below 1200 calories per day for women or 1800 calories per day for men. Even these calorie levels are quite low.

http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-calculator/harris-benedict-equation/calorie-intake-to-lose-weight.php

Normal Adult Height-Weight Range Table

http://www.recipehound.com/weight.html

Average Teenager Weight

http://lifestyle.iloveindia.com/lounge/average-teenager-weight-236.html

Check out this link for exercise information:

http://www.fitstep.com/Library/Exercises/Exercises.htm

Answer #2

yes. go eat a cheeseburger ;]]

Answer #3

im the same way I am well 5’7 and 1/2 and I weigh 115 my family say’s the same things to me too but I feel fine im very active and stuff so I know im healthy and feel good so im happy. for me I just can’t gain weight I’ve tried… and it’s hard to see yourself as skinny, everyone see’s themselves different than everyone else see’s them I think you are too skinny I know I am but I’ve tried to gain weight be thankful you can if I where you I would

Answer #4

No. Really I dont think your 2 thin…I’m 5’0 and weigh 76lbs and Im 13.. Just keep in mind that your Beautiful the way you r!!!

Answer #5

well what frame are u if you r tall and lean thats ok and if you r healthy your good dont worry about it peace

Answer #6

well im 5”4 and the healthy weight for my height is 125-130 pounds lol

Answer #7

yeah… you are. I’m 5’5’ and I weight 110 and I’m considered wayyy underweight.

Answer #8

well what frame are u if you r tall and lean thats ok and if you r healthy your good dont worry about it peace

Answer #9

well what frame are u if you r tall and lean thats ok and if you r healthy your good dont worry about it peace

Answer #10

I have a friend that is your height and she is about 135 lbs. and she has a beautiful body and she works out regulary and is by no means overweight or chunky! So I know you must look very thin. If you are HEALTHY and have good eating and exercising habits then I cant imagine why people would be constantly bugging you about your weight. Im 5’11 and if I weighed 125 I would look like a rail! Just dont be doing anything drastic to stay at your current weight…The only thing that matters is that you have a healthy mind, body , and spirit! :D

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