ok so i'm 5'4 and i weigh 120 lbs. i'm in track and field so i'd consider myself to be of the athletic build. do you think i'm fat and if so how much weight should i lose...i'm thinking maybe 10 lbs??
2007-02-05 13:12:32 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
your bmi is actually perfect
2007-02-05 13:16:09 · answer #1 · answered by Miss Casey 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I honestly don't think so at all. For track and Field you need muscle, so that adds to your weight. Even without the muscle, 120 is a good weight for someone who's 5'4. I have friends in track (they just started the season) and they work hard and build a lot of muscle. 120 is really a good healthy weight, any less and you might be considered weak or scrawny.
2007-02-05 21:17:27 · answer #2 · answered by Mariah 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are absolutely not fat. It's so impressive you're in track and field! If you have specific fitness goals you should talk to your coach about them. What's on your scale isn't a good gauge for an athlete, as muscle weighs more than fat. I'm sure you look fantastic, but if you want to do more you should talk to your coach or health or gym teacher about it. Work with someone who has the education and expertise to help you set goals which will help you achieve the look you want without compromising your health.
2007-02-05 21:26:09 · answer #3 · answered by Jen 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, I don't think you are fat. Besides, muscle weighs more than fat so that may be why you weigh 120. Also, muscle looks better than fat. Do not think about losing weight. You are fine.
2007-02-05 21:21:26 · answer #4 · answered by mel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the percentage of body fat that a person has determines if they are "fat", not a height to weight ratio.
if your body fat % is in the healthy range for your age and gender that's all that matters.
2007-02-05 21:35:09 · answer #5 · answered by lv_consultant 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are not fat. You're only fat when obese my friend says. I don't think it would be healthy to go on any diet.
2007-02-05 21:50:01 · answer #6 · answered by Shelb-N-Ator [[H!ATD]] 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you're not fat at all! when I was your weight people kept telling me I looked like a twig. you're fine! just don't go over 130 pounds because once you past 130lbs...it's hard to go back. =)
2007-02-05 21:17:31 · answer #7 · answered by Virginia 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You're not fat at all. Don't let anyone tell you differently.
2007-02-05 21:27:01 · answer #8 · answered by ♥ Zoey ♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
5'4 and 120 is not fat ..
2007-02-05 21:17:21 · answer #9 · answered by ღ♥ஐcookie1ஐ♥ღ 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
no way. you're crazy you aren't fat you're like the absolute perfect weight for your height if not underweight!
2007-02-05 21:20:11 · answer #10 · answered by Kristen V 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Certainly doesn't sound like you are fat. Ask your coach.
2007-02-05 21:16:28 · answer #11 · answered by fishingbabe8 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋