Weight loss struggle and possibility of becoming over weight

moosh2014
moosh2014 Posts: 13
in Health and Weight Loss
Hello I am seeking some help and guidance on weight loss.
I am 5ft and 125lb which is coming up a healthy BMI for me but it says I am almost over weight (I am 24.4 on the BMI calculator)
I exercise probably 5 times a week which include a variation of strength and cardio such as swimming and exercise bike.
I am just at this awful stage where I feel no matter how hard I am trying my weight loss is not budging and I am quite worried I am classed as almost over weight..

Would really appreciate if someone who knew there stuff could help here I am wanting to loose weight about a stone so I am 8 stone and hopefully my abs will be more defined because they are there!

Thanks

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  • Erikalynne18
    Erikalynne18 Posts: 558 Member
    there are many issues with the BMI scale to the point that some athletes could be considered overweight. if I were you I would start using measurements to track your transformation instead of just the scale. From your profile pic, I would say you are not overweight :)
  • Beezil
    Beezil Posts: 1,677 Member
    If your profile picture is accurate, I don't think you need to lose any more weight. You look amazing. Your abs are defined. My advice, though maybe not what you're looking for, is not to worry about what some BMI system is classifying you as. Worry about how you feel, how you look, how your clothes fit, etc. You look great. Numbers are just numbers.
  • SezxyStef
    SezxyStef Posts: 15,267 Member
    Do not use BMI as a good measure of weight.

    It is an antiquated stat created during the 1800 to distribute goods during "lean times".

    If you want a measurment try BF%...because based on your profile pic you are not near over weight and have a decent BF%...

    And to give perspective...I am 164lbs...and 25 on BMI...I am 5ft 7 and wear a size 6/7...trust me I am not over weight...just "dense" in a good way.
  • bkw99508
    bkw99508 Posts: 204 Member
    Agree with the post above.

    You look far from overweight. Besides with you working out as much as you do...you are probably solid. I don't think the BMI charts really takes that into consideration.
  • ecw3780
    ecw3780 Posts: 608 Member
    BMI does not take muscle mass or body fat into perspective. If you are really concerned, get your body fat measured to get a better picture of your actual level of health.
  • oceanbreeze27
    oceanbreeze27 Posts: 66 Member
    I agree; BMI is not a great indicator. Measuring tapes don't lie and they aren't as fickle as scales, either. I think you look great, if your profile picture is to be believed. Give yourself a break! :o)
  • TapouTFTW
    TapouTFTW Posts: 72
    BMI is non-sense science developed by a social physicist in the 1800s. The weight tables were developed by insurance companies in the 50s for life insurance policies.

    Here is a good article that breaks down the differences between BMI and Body Fat and where BMI breaks down.

    http://keepwellfoods.com/blog/?p=780#.UxpfpIVnifB
  • Graelwyn75
    Graelwyn75 Posts: 4,404 Member
    Forget the BMI, you look fine if that is you in your picture. You do not need to lose weight. You would be far better served focusing on your strength training and fitness here on in. Dropping bodyfat tends to trump weight loss for visible abs.
  • megsmom2
    megsmom2 Posts: 2,362 Member
    You're stressed out over something that a chart MIGHT say? Get a grip. Find a different chart. Or...brace yourself....go by how you look and feel not by some random number that doesn't apply to you.
  • must_deflate
    must_deflate Posts: 183 Member
    BMI is only a rough guide and doesn't give an accurate picture for everyone.
    Get your body fat % measured. If you go to a gym, they may be able to do it. Or you can buy a set of skinfold calipers online and do it yourself. Here are a couple of charts that show the ranges of healthy fat %:
    http://www.builtlean.com/2010/08/03/ideal-body-fat-percentage-chart/

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