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Title: Lbs Vs Size
Can anyone explain the discrepancy between my weight (165 lbs on a 5'4" frame), which nearly any chart would describe as overweight- and the size clothes I wear (8s and 10s), which most resources would describe as smaller than average? Trust me, I'm not overly muscular, although I have done sporadic weight lifting for about 6 months. Any insight would be appreciated!
Can anyone explain the discrepancy between my weight (165 lbs on a 5'4" frame), which nearly any chart would describe as overweight- and the size clothes I wear (8s and 10s), which most resources would describe as smaller than average? Trust me, I'm not overly muscular, although I have done sporadic weight lifting for about 6 months. Any insight would be appreciated!
Name: jean_marie
Date: Dec. 12th, 2000
Date: Dec. 12th, 2000
Title: Re: Lbs Vs Size
Throw the scale out the window. Get your body fat tested.
I am 5'6" and weigh 145, but have 20 percent body fat. The "weight chart" says I am overweight. Bathroom scales go by your BMI (body mass index). This measures your total body - muscle, bone, fluid, fat, etc., and we all know muscle weighs more than fat !!
It sounds to me like you look great !!
Name: Gail
Date: Dec. 14th, 2000
Date: Dec. 14th, 2000
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