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Intro. and Want to get the most of MFP

KaraJackman
KaraJackman Posts: 2
edited February 10 in Introduce Yourself
Hi All, I have been using MyFitnessPal for over a year to track my food and exercise. I am not sure whether my weight is normal or not. I know I am happy with how I look in the mirror, but I hate the number on the scale. I am 5 feet tall. I weigh somewhere between 97-98 lbs. I gained 2 lbs over the holidays. I was around 95-96 and I am happiest around 95 lbs. I know this is crazy on a rational level, but emotionally it feels uncomfortable and that I weigh too much. I work hard to prepare my lunch for work each day. I make sure to do the best that I can with dinner each night. I always make time for exercise. I don't know whether to eat more or less? It has also been suggested that I go on an anti-candida diet for my really horrid constipation. I will be seeing a nutritionist on Jan. 20th to begin that diet regimen.

I don't know whether I am heavy or not for my height. I don't look it. The numbers on the scale are killing me. What do you think? Is 97-98 lb normal?

Oh and....
What is one way that you made the best use of Myfitnesspal?

Thanks,

Replies

  • 2RobD
    2RobD Posts: 33
    according to Google (it knows everything)...5 ft tall woman small frame 103lbs medium frame 120lbs large frame 137lbs

    And looking at your pic...your ear doesn't appear overweight

    Hope this helped :huh:
  • 2RobD
    2RobD Posts: 33
    Metropolitan life says

    5'0" tall
    103 small frame
    120 medium frame
    137 large frame

    but they say your age should also be figured into it. :noway:
  • Good information. As is most likely it is all in my head. I still worry. Judging by your wagon you must be a fan of Oregon Trail. :smile:
  • 2RobD
    2RobD Posts: 33
    LOVE Oregon trail...lol......but the wagon is actually a reminder for my friends and myself...if you fell of the diet "wagon" over the holidays....get "back on the wagon".....:blushing:
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