Should a 5'9.6 145 girl want to lose weight

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  • Francl27
    Francl27 Posts: 26,371 Member
    I highly doubt your 120 pounds friends are as tall as you are.
  • elsie0o0
    elsie0o0 Posts: 59 Member
    I think you look great!

    I'm also trying to lose weight because I do compare myself to others. I've been trying to lose weight for a long time, but I think what has changed this time is that I am more accepting and forgiving of myself. I'm more comfortable in my body and even though I am still aiming and working hard to lose weight this attitude change has been helping me diet even better. I still compare myself but I try to ignore those thoughts and also acknowledge what I like about myself.
  • snazzyjazzy21
    snazzyjazzy21 Posts: 1,298 Member
    I highly doubt your 120 pounds friends are as tall as you are.
  • rubbie78
    rubbie78 Posts: 48 Member
    Also wanted to add I would be happy at any weight 143-153lbs if it meant I gained more muscle. So 143 was just a target since I was that on my wedding date. I really want to put more focus on inches and strengthening. Not having much chest, I would like to keep my butt an appropriate size, and my abs as flat as possible.
  • LauriePar
    LauriePar Posts: 257 Member
    Another tall girl response: I was also 5'9.5 when I was 19. I also have long legs-- 36 inch length for my pants- and I also have long arms and long feet- size 10. I also was around 145 when I was your age. Stand proud and be glad you are not tiny and petite. People will always notice you first because of your height- so always have a big smile and do not be afraid to wear 2 or 3 inch heels. Keep in mind, only petite men want petite women. So go out with your 6ft. athlete guy- he asked you because you are beautiful and tall- he is not interested in a short person! He is interested in you!

    And go figure, I married a guy who is 3 inches shorter than me! He asked me out because he loved my smile and I was tall!
  • nofoodforthemood
    nofoodforthemood Posts: 64
    Do some research on what a health outlook on body image is :)
  • 47Jacqueline
    47Jacqueline Posts: 6,993 Member
    At 5'9" you will never be dainty, but you certainly don't need to lose weight. You are a victim of what the media has done to girls/women. I don't know what you look like, but I do know that you are not overweight. If you want to do anything, try strength training combined with cardio to define your muscles and build your strength. You will find yourself feeling better about the way you are right now, which has to be awesome!

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