realistic weight?

Question

I am 5`3 and according to all charts I have looked at it wasnt unrealistic for me to go down to 115. I am currently 125 and 118 was the lowest I have ever been (after basic training). People are telling me that 115 is not realistic because I am pretty muscular and I have a medium to large frame. Any professionals or just well educated people want to weigh in on this?

Answer 1

I think your weight goal is realistic. You're talking about 3 lbs less than your lowest weight.

Here's a calorie calculator you can use to determine how much you should be eating:

http://www.my-calorie-counter.com/Calorie_Calculator.asp

To lose weight (ideally, a pound or two a week), subtract 500-1000 calories from your daily requirement. Evaluate your diet to ensure the majority of your calories are coming from lean proteins, fruits, veggies, whole grains and dairy. You probably know that it's okay to eat some unhealthy things as long as you still watch your overall calories.

If you are still active, you might want to consider activities that will allow you to maintain strength without putting on bulk. Obviously, the running you did in basic training was one of them. Swimming, dancing and other forms of cardio will help burn calories without necessarily bulking up your muscles.

If you are lifting weight, I've found that increasing my reps and decreasing the weight some helps a lot. So if you were doing 3 sets of 10 at a moderate weight, you'd switch to 3 sets of 15 at a lighter weight.

Other strengthening and lengthening exercises you might consider are yoga and pilates. Both will give your muscles a good workout without adding bulk.

I think you can do it. Having been in the military, you have developed the discipline necessary to develop a plan and stick with it. Just remember that if you slip up one day in your diet or exercise, carry on the next day as if it never happened.

Answer 2

I agree. 115...w/ a medium, muscular frame. Too low. I'm 5'4 and I was as low as 114. Wayyy too skinny. I was going through a tough time and lost purley by accident. Now up to 130. I feel a bit heavy and want to be at 120. I think 120-125 is realistic for my 5'4" medium build so I'd guess 120-125 would be more ideal for you. Muscle weighs more than fat!!! Honestly..it's a number. Judge by how you feel. If my pants will just fit a lil better, I'd be happy no matter what the number.

Answer 3

What would you say your body type is: mesomorph, endomorph, or ectomorph?

What is your bodyfat level? That is all that matters, not what the scale says.

Do you have a visible 6-pack? If you don't, you could stand to lose some fat.

EDIT: Andrea F, what are you talking about...bulking up?

It's physically impossible for a woman to build mass as she doesn't have enough testosterone in her body to build real bulk. Only anabolic steroids and HGH would allow that.

The most some heavy lifting would do for her is give her a great looking body, increase her metabolism/health/confidence and sex drive.

Answer 4

Have your body fat percentage tested, because if you have a medium-large frame and are athletic, going down to 115lb may not be healthy. How did you feel at 118lb? Why not go for 120lb and see how you feel at that weight.

HTH : )

Answer 5

The main thing to worry about is your BMI rather than your actual weight. A healthy BMI is between 18.5 and 25. You can use this site to calculate it http://nhlbisupport.com/bmi/bmicalc.htm.

Answer 6

having less than 1 200 calories a day may slow down your metabolism

Answer 7

If you have a seperate room keep small useful exercise equipment Use those equipment while reading and listening songs

Answer 8

eat chili for a couple of days research shows that chili peppers boost your metabolic rate burning 50 more cals a day

Answer 9

make your cosmo 100 calories skinnier by mixing a raspberry infused vodka with club soda

Answer 10

Monitor your progress by noting your clothes fit looking in the mirror and taking photos