Is 135 pounds unhealthy for a 5ft tall woman?

[Puppystarfish23]

I'm come from a family of fat, short people and me and my two sisters have always been extremely paranoid about are weight because of it.

We don't want to become fat because we've seen what it does. Not all my family are fat or massively fat either but I'd say a few are extremely fat to the point its effects there health.

As soon as I see myself putting weight on I go on a diet but I struggle because I love food so much. Last year I lost 2st but I'm starting to gain it back again because if a change in my life style.

I've put myself back on a diet and all my friends are telling me off for eating healthy and saying I don't need to go o. A diet and but I'm skinny but I think I'm just good at hiding it.

I went to see a nurse a while back and she asked me how much I weight and her reply was "well you hide it well " as if my weight was a lot. It didn't know how to react but I felt kinda ashamed of my weight after that comment.

I can also very strong for a woman of my size because of my job so some of it is muscle.

I remember going on holiday to Spain and going clothes shopping and shop assistants being rude to me. One asked if I was athlete because I have big arms.

People tell me I am way too hard on myself and that's there nothing wrong with me but when I look in the mirror all I see is a fat girl.

[zeitgeist057]

IMHO, we have a lot of fat people and fat acceptance culture that promotes fat people and tries to drag down healthy people. It's almost like we have health-shaming now to counter fat-shaming. But on the flip side, I also think you should be careful about body image issues like distortion of reality. The best way to know is use empirical facts and figures like measure your body fat with a $15 caliper set from Amazon

Also keep track of other health factors like your blood pressure, or trigyceride and cholesterol levels. When you go to the doctor they will usually test all these things once a year or so, so get the numbers and compare them yearly, and see how they compare to the recommended ranges.

If I was 135 lb and 5' tall I would be trying to lose weight as well. My mom was 5'4" and 110 lbs and I think she was really healthy, maybe a bit thin but really healthy. She was a lacto-ovo pescatarian and a ballet instructor/dancer. Very active and fit. Based on her, I think if I was 5', I would want to be somewhere between 90 lb and 110 lb at the most.

PS great job losing 2st, that's amazing.

So I guess what I'm saying is you shouldn't get a complex about it and give yourself some mental condition like anorexia or bulimia or anything, but you also might not want to listen to the generally unhealthy and fat masses who are going to tell you it's fine to eat unhealthy because they want to feel good about their own unhealthy habits.

[Anonymous]

Generally speaking, a healthy weight for a 5ft tall woman can vary depending on factors such as muscle mass, body composition, and overall health. It's important to focus on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, which includes regular exercise, a balanced diet, and stress management.

It's also important to remember that weight is not the only indicator of health, and that body shape and size can be influenced by a variety of factors such as genetics and lifestyle habits.

It's understandable to feel self-conscious or anxious about your weight, especially if you come from a family with a history of health issues related to weight. However, it's important to focus on building a positive relationship with your body and to prioritize your health and wellbeing over societal expectations or pressures from others.

If you're struggling to maintain a healthy lifestyle or have concerns about your weight or health, consider speaking with a healthcare professional or a registered dietitian for personalized advice and support. They can help you develop a plan that works for you and your body, and help you build a positive relationship with food and exercise.

[CrimsonAngel09]

I'm like 144 pounds and short at like 4' 11" or 5' 0", and if I lost like four to five pounds I'd be perfectly skinny. My Mom was morbidly obese, but unfortunately she had medical issues that prevented her to lose weight. She never stuffed her face like most judgmental assholes would immediately think.

If you got health care professionals saying that to you, please look somewhere else. Same with the shop, I'd go somewhere else and never return.

[exitseven]

It is not unhealthy. The percent body fat is a better indicator than BMI. You seem to be very active and have a lot going for you. concentrate on that, you are not fat.

[krystek_pl]

Don't worry, I'm 19 64-65 lbs (30 kg) and 3'2 (1.07 m) the most important. that you look at yourself and not at others ☺️

[CuriousMufuxka]

You just have a shit metabolism. My last girlfriend is 5'3 and was pushing 180 so feel free to make a comparison.

[shades777]

I've seen fatter, a vegan diet will fix anyone into shape

[EaterPeter]

That seems to be a good weight. 5 10 lbs. Less would not hurt either.

[eagle1951]

naaa its cool

[Alex8736]

it's not too bad