Ok I am 22, 118ibs, tall(5'6) and long but smallish medium frame even though only large clothes can fit me because I am so wide. I am skinny with a pot belly.
My mom said I am obese and shouldn't gain more weight. Uh I thought obese is FAT?? I'm nowhere near fat lol! The reason she said that is cuz I said I'd like to reach up to 125 and stay there.
People tease me that I'm skinny and I'll blow away jokes lol I think they're cute! So what you think is wrong with my mom? lol
am I really obese?
2006-12-14 15:23:00 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
I'm a woman
2006-12-14 15:35:33 · update #1
I am 5'6" and 125 lbs looks wonderful on me... Or DID! LOL... Been a while... anyway, I believe that you should visit a nutritionist WITH your mother to hear what weight would be the healthiest for you. 118lbs is the MINIMUM weight you should be for your height and age. Anything less is extremely health risky... 118 is borderline as it is.
I also want to add that if you wear LARGE clothing on a Small frame such as yours, it will only make you look smaller. Wear clothing that compliments your figure and helps you feel more confident in your own skin.
Some parents are extremely afraid of their children gaining weight. It is possible your mother is trying to hold on to her youth through you and does not wish you to alter the image she considers perfect. Of course, that is just a possibility.
As far as the jokes... jokes can also be a great warning bell... If there are a LOT of people versus a few stating you are too thin or skinny, you might want to take caution. It is possible they see something your mirror isn't revealing. Again, a professional nutritionist can advise you in the right direction to a good health, better body and a happier you!
Wishing you the best!!
2006-12-14 15:45:11 · answer #1 · answered by DK in VA 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO offense to you dear! I think your mother needs to seek professional help for an unhealthy "body" image.
NO child should be told such by a parent. It is their job to guide and help you be the best person, no matter your "size".
5'6" 125 is okay Now you need to be aware that the numbers don't matter its the BMI (body mass index). Your body muscles weigh a lot more than fat. So I would highly recommend an expercise that "leans" out the muscles like Pilates or even Yoga.
Join the YMCA and work that "Core" midsection. Its a great place and it will be a great stress relief for you as well.
Best wishes.
2006-12-14 23:32:27 · answer #2 · answered by Denise W 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You didn't say whether you are a girl or a boy. According to the BMI (Body Mass Index) scale you are no where near being overwieght let alone obese. Take care and enjoy the holiday foods quilt free.
2006-12-14 23:30:43 · answer #3 · answered by GPHS 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As an obese guy (250+ and shorter than I should be) allow me to tell you definitively that you are not obese.
Tell your mom she can lose some weight if she wants to, but she can't make you. That kind of thing is a lifestyle choice, not a punishment.
2006-12-14 23:25:37 · answer #4 · answered by Takfam 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
118 is NO WHERE near obese. Heck, even 125 isn't fat. If anything your skinny. No offense.
2006-12-14 23:35:40 · answer #5 · answered by Bryan M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe mom was heavy when she was young...who knows...i think the important thing here is that you like u and stay within that range....dont let weight rule your life, if you feel good stay the course....dont worry about mom or anyone else saying your no good, obese or whatever, im sure your beautiful and will continue to make yourself happy....from what i can read your off to a great start
2006-12-14 23:28:56 · answer #6 · answered by sweetness666 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe your mom has an eating disorder? even though you don't weigh a lot, you can still look bad due to not excercising or taking care of yourself. cut back on the junk a little and excercise. muscle weighs more so you will gain weight and look a lot better too. replace junk with green vegetables and lean meats.
2006-12-14 23:26:29 · answer #7 · answered by anonymous 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you are not obese. At all!
Your mom es loca.
2006-12-14 23:25:09 · answer #8 · answered by Kali S. Loves Not You 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, you're not obease, you jsut have a potbelly
if it bothers you, go to the gym and work it off
2006-12-14 23:25:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe your mom has an eye infection...ask her about it lol
2006-12-14 23:28:52 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋