If I am a female that is 5ft 8in and 162lbs, Do I need to lose weight?
453674
Your BMI (Body Mass Index) is 24.6, so you are a normal weight, but be careful with what you eat-- you are close to the "Overweight" section... which isn't neccassarily conclusive. \n\nUnderweight = Less than 18.5 \nNormal weight = 18.5 - 24.9 \nOverweight = 25 - 29.9 \nObesity = BMI of 30 or greater \nIn 2001, the prevalence of obesity (BMI greater than or equal to 30) was 20.9% and the prevalence of diabetes was 7.9%, an increase of 5.6% for obesity and 8.2% for diabetes in one year.
713033
Oh my....\n\nThat is such a hard question to answer, especially to someone so young.\n\nTechnically, the IBW (ideal body weight) is something like 100 pounds at 5 feet, then 5 pounds for each inch over the 5 feet.  I am assuming you are a young lady (these are numbers for women).  If I recall, those are the numbers.  Anyhow, you also have BMI (body mass index).  Look it up on the internet.  But...are you muscular?  "Big-boned" as they say?  Simple numbers don't always tell the story!\n\nMy advice to you...and this is personal, non-medical advice!!!  Forget the numbers.  Are you healthy?  Are you happy with who you are...inside and out?  If you're worried about weight...do something proactive.   Common sense type stuff.  \n\nBe smart about your situation.  Identify what you see as a weakness (for example, mine is fast food) and make a change (I allow myself to have fast food once a week...seems like a lot, but it is a huge change for me).\n\nBefore you make any decisions, though, regardless of any of these posts here...talk to your doctor!  Your doctor is the only person who can help you decide whether you should be "freaked out" or come up with a plan in a sensible, healthy fashion!!!\n\nBe happy with yourself.  I have found that to be the biggest ingredient in my life!!!!!!
912895
What do you weigh at the moment? At 5ft6 and 13, you shouldn't really weigh more than about 140lb-145lb, but as your goal has to be realistic, aim to be at least 155lb. Good luck : )
726981
you'll lose fat to start off with but then it will turn to muscle, you;ll still drop dress sizes, but don't weigh yourself as this can be misleading. You will tone up instead, take a photo of yourself at the start and then a few weeks in take another picture and you'll notice the marked difference.
1024270
That sounds perfect to me.  I have a very athletic build.  I am solid (hard as a rock) muscle in my legs etc and I have some fat on my booty and a little softness to my stomach.  I am 5'4" and I weigh 140.  People ask me if I am anorexic.  Honest, true story.  It all depends on how you are built and I learned long ago that numbers don't really matter.  I am 140lbs but I am a size 4.  Do not listen to people who tell you about charts because there are many things charts do not take into consideration.  Muscle weighs so much more than fat and if your build is athletic and your body is dense you will weigh more than the chart says you should.  Charts tell me I need to lose weight.  If I lost weight I would look very, very unhealthy.  You sound like you are in the same boat.  You sound perfect to me!!!
892629
Not at all!! You are fine...definitely not overweight.  I'm 5'5 and about 118lbs...you are normal, if not a little underweight!
669824
basically, you need to exercise and eat healthy. this is the best weight to lose weight!
599645
I think you're an excellent weight. You can go to google and look up your BMI and that will tell you a healthy weight range to be in.\nA good rule of thumb for girls... 100 lbs. for 5 feet and 5 lbs. for every inch over. So... for you, that would be 135, and you're right there!
200330
Probably a little bit. Don't worry about your weight too much, though. Society focuses too much on crap like that. Just eat healthy foods, and make sure you get plenty of physical activity.
1032321
you are actually underweight... \nto calculate for ideal body weight is start with 100 pounds with a 5"0 frame... then add 5 pounds per inch. since you're 5"0 (100 lbs) and 8", 8x5 = 40 so that's 140 lbs for you. and don't forget, there is like a 15 to 20 allowance for that (usually for older women). \nhowever im concerned about your perception of your own body. just eat healthy to maintain that weight, but don't starve yourself. you need to incorporate protein in your diet and it looks like you haven't been eating much -- eat a little bit more and take mulitivitamins. drink lots of water to prevent dehydration.
931284
You should be ok.  If you are wanting to lose weight exercising regularly is a must but if your worried about "sagging" or becoming "flabby" you can incorporate strength training into your daily exercise routine
839334
You have to let yourself grow taller naturally but to lose weight just eat right and exercise. DONT stress! It will all work out. Just email me if you need any help. I am on a diet too.
222241
A better question to ask is do you really need to lose 10 pounds. If you are over weight follow the advice about decreasing your calorie intake, make sure you exercise. Since you changed your question from 20 lbs to 10 lbs. I suspect that you are probably perfect just the way you are and that you are letting an incredibility distorted body image sold by the media make you feel too heavy.
838341
Don't try to lose any weight, there is no need for that. BMI does not take a lot of things into account like body fat %, which may be low for you, and does little to consider difference in overall body composition. That is why there is a high range and a low one - Both are ok depending on the person, and if you don't look fat then why worry about it? Healthy weight is more accurately measure in inches and hip-to-waist ratio anyway.\n\nEat healthy and be active and you will be fine. If you are concerned about your weight then just monitor it to make sure it doesn't go higher. You could improve your diet if you feel that it is poor, if you do this and exercise you will be at your normal healthy weight which may very well be what you are at now. But again, I would not actively try to lose weight at your age/height/weight! You are still young, probably still growing, not fat by any means, and i'm sure you are gorgeous the way you are.
421169
I went to curves and found it just let me maintain my weight. So it depends on what you want! Maintain yes.....Lose weight- no!
1091333
No you do not weigh to much,  if you are active and remain active and you body will naturally become and maintain it's most comfortable weight and style so do not worry, some styles of clothes just do not look as good on some girls as they do others, and as you age you will become more in to your self. MOST importantly do not deprive your self of nutrients make sure you eat lots of veggies and fresh fruits, indulge every now and then also it will keep you from going off the deep end and starving your self which is never a good idea.
703958
No way.  You're already a little to thin for your height. Don't loose anymore.  You could actually stand to gain a few pounds.