I am 5"5, at 102 pounds, I used to think I was at a normal weight for my age (13), but a boy at school called me a fat *****. Am I really fat? Should I lose weight? How much weight do I have to lose?
2006-12-28 13:45:15 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
absolutely do not listen stupid boys, you are fine an always will be.
2006-12-28 13:48:52 · answer #1 · answered by iroc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obviously, the boy does not know what he is talking about, which is typical of teenage boys. According to the CDC Body-Mass Index calculator, you are in about the 20th percentile for your age, which is a healthy weight, and less than about 80% of girls your age.
2006-12-28 22:03:04 · answer #2 · answered by geo1944 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Big NO on that one.
The general rule of thumb is that at 5', a girl should weigh 100 lbs. For every inch over that height, add 5 lbs.... so you could reasonably weigh 125 without worrying.
2006-12-28 21:48:53 · answer #3 · answered by KateMfield 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It doesn't have as much to do with your age, but more to do with your height and bone structure. At 5'5" you are underweight, so the boy might have been kidding (even though it was still rude)....because, I can't imagine there being an ounce of fat on you.
2006-12-28 22:06:26 · answer #4 · answered by Led*Zep*Babe 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're that height and weight,NO, you're not overweight. You may, in fact, be borderline UNDERWEIGHT.
Ignore such guys. They're not worth the effort it takes to hear them. In fact, such a guy must be very insecure to have to cut down someone else to feel better.
Don't give in to the pressure that is out there today to be almost anoxeric. Those models you see are not healthy. Don't become one of those girls who have to follow the latest fashion mag cover. Be yourself and be beautiful!
2006-12-28 21:51:53 · answer #5 · answered by Stnick 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No you are not overweight. This is a really healthy weight for your age. You really don't have to loose weight but you can still try to live a more healthier lifestyle : eating more healthier and exercising more. But really, you don't need to loose any weight.
2006-12-28 21:49:38 · answer #6 · answered by jessica t 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some younger kids (boys) dont know sh** about weight, he will be sorely sorry when he grows up and girls dont give him the time of day, you are of good weight for your age, and right on track dont worry about the weird boys.
2006-12-28 21:47:54 · answer #7 · answered by Grandma of six 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No you shouldn't lose weight at all. That boy was out to make you feel really bad about yourself and it looks as though he got what he wanted. Don't let anyone make you feel bad about who you are. Be proud of who you are.
2006-12-28 21:56:23 · answer #8 · answered by regina g 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
something you should discuss with your parents.
boys are like that at that age...they are mean like that........that is a good weight..
but discuss it with your parents and they will be able to help you with that. thats what they are there for, another family member or someone in school
2006-12-28 21:53:20 · answer #9 · answered by ems3787 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
people are cruel and they like to make fun of people so if you feel over weight eat little portions of food eat more veggies and fruits and run or walk more then you do all ready
good luck
2006-12-28 21:49:42 · answer #10 · answered by juanita2_2000 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't if I were you. I think you could probably gain 10-15 lb actually for your height. I don't think you have any worries yet.
2006-12-28 21:54:46 · answer #11 · answered by MsCatie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋