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Mike W asked in HealthDiet & Fitness · 1 decade ago

I'm i fat?

Hey guys, i have always been worryed about my weight, i weigh 129.5 pounds and im 13, and im 5'3(im a guy) is this a good weight, im planning to go on a diet and loose atleast 15 pounds, im going to sign up to a local gym.I really need some advise.

Thanks

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
    Favorite Answer

    Yo kid, don't listen to these guys. You are only 13 years old, you are one active summer away from being ripped, trust me. Just get active, you don't need to diet, you need to start eating more. If you start eating good stuff all day, fruit, veggies, tuna, egg whites, oatmeal, stuff like that, and start moving around a lot more you will be amazed. Go hiking, explore around try to walk 5 miles, then increase from there, you will love it. One time I walked 8 miles, then the next time I walked 12, then the next time I walked 19, just for fun, I got some of my family involved we had a blast. During the 19 mile walk alone I lost 5 lbs. During the walk I drank 4 gallons of water, it was awesome. Always drink lots of water. Remember it takes a long time to get fat, and it take an equally long time to lose the weight, there is NO SUCH THING AS A FAST WAY TO DO IT. Take my advice Please, do not diet, just get active.

  • Ms. K
    Lv 4
    1 decade ago

    Cut down on your portions and eat more small meals throughout the day. Exercise at least 20 minutes a day 3 times a week. Other than that you just need to give it time. It can take a couple of weeks before you start to notice a weight loss. Keep in mind - that from the exercise you're toning up and developing muscle. Muscle weighs more than fat but is compact. So you may actually gain weight but trim down if that makes any sense. Don't give up - lots of luck!!!

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Dude.

    No.

    You're not fat at all.

    Get over it.

    There are people who are seriously obese and should be worrying about their health, then we get stupid people like you worrying that all the fat you don't have is too much.

    Also, BMI=a world of lies. Plenty of people are overweight because it's all muscle. It's completely inaccurate.

  • 1 decade ago

    Your weight should be assessed using the body mass index (BMI). Your BMI is 22.5 based on the figures you've provided. That's normal. See the link below to find out more.

    BMI Categories:

    * Underweight = <18.5

    * Normal weight = 18.5-24.9

    * Overweight = 25-29.9

    * Obesity = BMI of 30 or greater

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  • 1 decade ago

    Your prolly a lil chubby, but dont worry about it man.

    And I would suggest against just trying to lose weight. Thats what women do. You should try and tone your muscles up instead. Dont go for muscle gains, your a bit young and your bones arent really solid enough to handle the pressure of weights.

    Good luck buddy

  • 1 decade ago

    well hun your 13 so you got a lot of growing to do

    dont try to lose weight ..

    just start eating better, cut out the sodas, chips candy

    and become more active.. you will drop some fat but will be toneing up in the proccess

  • 1 decade ago

    I would not say you are fat. However, i would take percaution. But i would not sweat it. Remember you are only 13 and that is the age that most changes in the body occur.

  • 1 decade ago

    hi. i checked your BMI (body mass index). it is 22.9. you are "at risk of being overweight" this means that you are not overweight but you have the potential to be. so prevention is key now. it is good that you're joining a gym. with proper exercise and healthy eating, you'll be fine. you can go to www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/bmi/index.htm

    to check your BMI again. good luck

    Source(s): www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/bmi/index.htm and my own experience
  • 4 years ago

    we love chips but three cups of popcorn is just as satisfying

  • ?
    Lv 5
    5 years ago

    use meditation to help you cope with chronic stress which can lead you to crave feel good carbs

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