Calling all Short Ladies!

amaliacc

I think our weight loss path is different because of our vertical challenges

k1073

Yes this makes sense. If I was a foot taller I would look normal, but right now I sort of resemble tweedle-dee. That being said, losing 5 pounds looks a lot more noticeable on a short person over a tall person.

mybattle2006

I couldn't agree more ☺️

Zivvada

Hello, I to am a shortie, 5' 2" and never seem to achieve the hour glass. I think you are right, it is easier for the taller women.

rolenthegreat

I'm 5'1", and I feel this.
Lower calories allowed per day, less room to hide an extra 5lbs, harder to burn calories at smaller sizes, less room for errors in logging.

ItsMeGee3

Short girl, checking in! 5'0" I agree. We face different challenges.

3preemies

seems like most gym equipment was designed for men or tall people

lissaarlene1989

Hello! I'm new and I'm a shortie too, 5"1' and 220 lbs. I feel like my body resembles a squash. I totally agree with you ladies, and I need help and support and guidance to reach my goal!

ctrockergirl

Agreed! So much harder to hide a the weight, buying clothes is crazy difficult at all sizes. I always say I look more like a decorative bottle than an hourglass lol

kansascityspiritlives

Good morning to all, I also have to agree as well. I am 5'1" tall and I weigh 165 but the doctor said that he wants me to lose another 30 pounds. It is difficult as my upper body is bigger than the lower half and clothes are definitely difficult to shop for.

dAttjAck

Hi! I am new to MFP because I hate the way I look and feel. I am 62 yrs old, 5'2" and 186 pounds. I hate shopping because I can't find clothes to fit. Also, I am sick of having no energy and my doc is a little concerned about my bp. I am hoping your support will help me get motivated. I would be perfect if I had two more sets of ribs. lol

Gimsteinn

Ok I'm not getting the joke... it's a joke right?

stella7x7

klglace wrote: »

Hello, I to am a shortie, 5' 2" and never seem to achieve the hour glass. I think you are right, it is easier for the taller women.

I'm 5'2 , right now, 298, highest weight 314.
Wen Im at my ideal weight I have a hour glass, I have a small waist and hipps. I'm also short legged and upper body, if that makes sense.

size102b

kansascityspiritlives wrote: »

Good morning to all, I also have to agree as well. I am 5'1" tall and I weigh 165 but the doctor said that he wants me to lose another 30 pounds. It is difficult as my upper body is bigger than the lower half and clothes are definitely difficult to shop for.

Wow at 167 lbs and 5ft 2 I am a uk size 12 us size 10 and I couldn't imagine being 135 lbs

size102b

cmccutcheon3

Hi, I am Cathy and just getting started. I am 4'10" and weigh 168. I know the short gal blues and am so glad you are all here to go through this with me. I look forward to daily chats.