there’s crazy standards for weight and stuff so i was wondering...
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juliannagh
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3 years, 9 months ago by juliannagh
if i’m 5’2 and 14 years old... how much do y’all think is a healthy weight for me to be? because i looked it up and there’s like “average” numbers that seem crazy low to me. or maybe i’m actually overweight? lol i’ve always thought i’m average... anyways thanks for reading i would love to know what you guys think
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crafter83
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3 years, 9 months ago by crafter83
It depends on how much you exercise( it could be muscle). I personally wouldn’t worry about it unless you doctor says something about it.Everybody’s body is different and so the “average” isn’t really a fair comparison |
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RockMusic
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3 years, 9 months ago by RockMusic
Ya I feel like the same thing. I feel like I look normal but according to the internet I'm overweight
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johnlauren
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3 years, 9 months ago by johnlauren
According to the internet im underweight but i also eat like a pig and exercise a lot, so im not unhealthy but ig i have fast metabolism so I'd be considered underweight? Idk (im 5'5 and weigh 110 btw) It just depends on how you view it?
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soph_t14
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3 years, 9 months ago by soph_t14
Yeah I’m 14, 5 foot 7 and 154 pounds, but I’m healthy and do sport heaps so it really doesn’t matter what u weigh, just as long as your healthy and confident 🙂
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LoveAlphas
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3 years, 9 months ago by LoveAlphas
I think you should weigh what feels right for you! Society has lots of weight standards, but you should just do what feels right for you.
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2006_Mandy
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3 years, 9 months ago by 2006_Mandy
The best way to know if your weigh is healthy is by calculating your BMI. There’s a website for it and I’m pretty sure it also states at what weigh you become underweight or overweight as well.
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juliannagh
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3 years, 9 months ago by juliannagh
@2006_Mandy thanks! i should have thought of that and that’s kind of reassuring ((:
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juliannagh
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3 years, 9 months ago by juliannagh
@RockMusic 2006_Mandy said to calculate your body mass index (BMI) which can be done with a simple google search. if that’s something you would want to do, i suggest it because it brought me a little reassurance <3
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akanel
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3 years, 9 months ago by akanel
please don’t worry! i started to worry aboit the same time you did and i ended up developing an eating disorder. i know it was just a question but if you’re worried you can talk to a doctor or a parent.
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LoveAlphas
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3 years, 9 months ago by LoveAlphas
@2006_Mandy Thanks! I might not have asked the question but I was curious and found out that I am underweight. I have also been getting bad headaches lately and think there is a connection between the two. I will talk to my mom or doctor.
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Fluffball
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3 years, 9 months ago by Fluffball
I have the same problem, except that apparently I am underweight. I'm 5'2" and 71 pounds. Is that normal? 🤔
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knottahti
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3 years, 9 months ago by knottahti
Hello everyone! I just wanted to pop in here and remind you all that the internet is often not the best source for health advice, particularly when it comes to weight culture, so I would recommend having these kinds of discussions with adults you trust in your family and with doctors/physicians, rather than forums on BraceletBook. I know everyone on here means well, but remember that everyone's bodies are different, and being healthy oftentimes has little to do with one's weight, height, and appearance 😊
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amazingme
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3 years, 9 months ago by amazingme
Okay, I feel like I should step in here since I've been studying nutrition and dietary science for a long time.1. Genetics are a key factor. Your size and how your weight deposits is blamed on your parents. You cannot mess with your genes. 2. Fat and muscle are two different things. Muscle weighs more but fat accumulates quickly. 3. Metabolism (how quickly chemical reactions occur in your body) is also a factor. That also decides how quickly you get hungry. 4. I cannot say this enough to my friends but online BMI calculators are trash! BMI is to calculate muscle and body mass to the ratio of fat. There's no proper way to calculate it without going to a doctor. If you want to lose or gain weight (your body, your choice) I suggest you privately message me so I can give you advise on how to lose or gain weight correctly and stay healthy. |
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amazingme
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3 years, 9 months ago by amazingme
Also, talk to your parents about it before talking to people on BB 😜 a group of people online aren't the best unless you're asking for science help 👍
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stormii
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3 years, 9 months ago by stormii
Since you're still 14, don't try to hard to lose/gain weight! If your doctor hasn't brought it up, you're fine ❤️Weight standards for kids are often messed up, because it's based on the average height. I've always been taller than the average height for my age, so I'm heavier than the average weight. Your weight will also depend on what you do. I've been doing sports since I'm 8, so I have more muscles than some people, and since muscle weigh more than fat, I'm going to be heavier than some people who look the same as me. Everyone is different ❤️ |
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nev_m_07
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3 years, 9 months ago by nev_m_07
I would say it’s honestly probably not a problem. I thought I weighed a lot more than I did and I went to the doctor and she said I was a good weight for my height. I’m in the 90th percentile for height and like the 75th percentile for weight or something like that so it was reassuring to hear that. Like many others on here, the best way to figure put if you’re at a good weight is to consult your doctor. Also, you have to remember that everyone is different and things like height, muscle, and genetics can play into your weight. I’m tall and semi-muscular so even though someone who’s also my age might be the same height as me, they could weigh much less or much more than me. Another thing to remember is that you’re still growing so your weight will change (literally quoting my doctor here lol). Just don’t worry about it too much and don’t worry about what the average is. Everyone’s average is different and looking at unrealistic weight averages will only make you worried and you might start to feel bad about your weight. Hope this helps
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Doc_a_Lot
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3 years, 9 months ago by Doc_a_Lot
So I’m 13 and I am 5’7 and I way 157 lbs do you think that is bad?
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Firecorn
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3 years, 9 months ago by Firecorn
I’m over weight but here’s the thing 1 I am 12 I run, swim, bike, play volleyball and am just active in general 2. I am like 5 “1 or 5 foot so yeah 3. pueberty so yeahIf you think you’re over weight, just consider that stuff. |
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Firecorn
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3 years, 9 months ago by Firecorn
I mean I am 12 and I am like 139 lbs but idc
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