Im 14 5 foot 3 inches and i weigh 130 lbs. All my friends tell me im skinny. But when i see my self theres something else there. I just think that Id have more self confidence if i was a little smaller! Am i fat?
2006-08-06 20:30:03 · 30 answers · asked by Carly 2 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Of course not, because you're the wonderful, beautiful person whom God intended you to be. Enjoy life! Best wishes for a great day!
2006-08-06 20:36:00 · answer #1 · answered by In Honor of Moja 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have a body mass index of 23, which is within the healthy weight range for your weight and height. So with regards to your BMI, no you are not fat. However, BMI doesn't take into account frame size, muscle mass or various body measurements and sometimes doesn't give the full picture.
So I have posted a link so you can check your body fat percentage. This will give you a more accurate idea of whether you need to lose weight or not.
http://www.eskimo.com/~cdickens/FatCalculators.html
You need to choose the women's body calculators, methods 2 and 3 for the most accurate results.
You need to measure the circumference of the following areas in inches:
waist (at it's smallest point)
hips (at it's widest point)
forearm (just below the elbow on the lower arm)
wrist
neck
You also need to add your height and weight and it will calculate your approximate body fat percentage.
Ideal body fat percentage is between 20% and 25%. Between 25% and 30% is acceptable, above 30% is overweight and below 20% is lean body mass and is usually only appropriate for serious athletes.
Take care and hope you find this helpful.
2006-08-07 04:34:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
To be honest, I didn't even pay attention when I was reading your height and weight. I am a guy who definitely cares about girls looks and thats how I decide if I'm attracted to them or not, but there's more to it than just looks. I personally don't view myself as a very good looking boy, but I have gotten a ton of self confidence lately. People will look at your appearance, but it is extremely difficult to change it. So the trick is to find other ways to be confident and your outward appearance doesn't even matter.
Basically, my point is that it doesn't matter if your fat or not. I'm sure fifty other people will say yes or no, but it really doesn't matter. I know a lot of "skinny" people that I can't stand, and a lot of "fat" people that are really cool. So try not to worry about your appearance as much, and just try to be a good person (because thats what really matters).
2006-08-07 03:43:21 · answer #3 · answered by StopMeFromTrying 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, hun, you're not fat. If everyone tells you that you're skinny, then you are. I've been told that I don't look like I weigh as much as I do, but I still feel like I am fat. So feel better about yourself. It's ok if you lose a couple of pounds if it'll make you feel better, but be careful not to lose too much.
2006-08-07 03:34:57 · answer #4 · answered by angel_of_dementia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I'm 13 5'4" and i weigh 130lbs. I wouldnt call myself fat but not skinny either. skinny are the people you see in modeling agencies. I know im not fat. I'm thick but closer to skinny. Since we have this much in common you would be like me.
2006-08-07 03:38:45 · answer #5 · answered by MizzQ-T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
at age fourteen thats a good weight and proportioned to your height as well. dont worry about being too fat! -your not! (at this point) your still too young and also is the stage when you start to tone up and loose those so called baby fat. dont be too affected by what your friends tell you. What is important -- is your comfortable with your body. your young only once dont get too stressed out about such things.
2006-08-07 03:39:26 · answer #6 · answered by RAY 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It does not matter how you are on the outside, connect with yourself on the inside. Stop worrying about if you`re fat and worry about real issues. If you think you`re fat the exorcise reguarly, eat healthy.. like every other human being should.
2006-08-07 03:34:16 · answer #7 · answered by Jessica Marie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, its difficult to tell if you are fat or not from a distance, but i calculated your Body Mass Index. the calculator says that your index is 23,0, which is in the normal range. still, if you have second thoughts about your weight, try to exercise a little but if you take my advice: DON'T even think about going on a diet because you are FINE!
2006-08-07 03:36:57 · answer #8 · answered by VeronicaB 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ignore redwings. She needs to get over HERself.
Your size is just fine. You're smack in the middle of your weight range. Don't worry, you aren't fat!!
2006-08-07 16:11:07 · answer #9 · answered by pseudonym 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you're fine kiddo. Relax. If you want to do something about any extra fat, increase your fitness and eat healthy. That doesn't mean starve yourself. If you want info on ultra healthy eating go to http://www.garynull.com
2006-08-07 03:35:36 · answer #10 · answered by madbaldscotsman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋