5"7 ladies?

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  • TLL09
    TLL09 Posts: 125 Member
    I am 5'7" and my goal is 140, lowest I would go is 135. It really depends on your body type, how much muscle you have, body fat, personal preference. I would focus less on the actual number and more on how you feel and look, that's my plan when I get closer to goal.
  • superstarcassie
    superstarcassie Posts: 296 Member
    I'm almost 5'7......sometimes they tell me i'm 5'6 and 1/2......other times its 5'6 3/4 so, I'm rounding up! HAHA
    The ultimate number on the scale is not important to me anymore. My body composition and how I feel is! :) My goal is a strong and solid 170 If I have to pick a number! :) I already have a lot of muscle and I've been strength training for over a year. Now I am starting heavy lifting and will gain muscle and hopefully ditch some of the fat along the way. Most of my fat right now is my excess skin/fat combo on my stomach and thighs. (Its not beautiful, but I wouldn't trade it for how I used to live 133 lbs ago). I would tell the OP to access your goal in body fat percentage verses the number on the scale. Our bodies are all so different- its really the fat percentage that equates to being healthy/unhealthy. The crazy thing is that someone my size with a lot of muscle could have a lower body fat percentage than another person a lot lighter on the scale. Best of luck on this journey, its a great one! :)
  • ShellyShuey
    ShellyShuey Posts: 162
    5'7 -- doctor wants me at 145 but I will be happy at size 8, whatever that weight is.
  • SarahxCheesecake
    SarahxCheesecake Posts: 169 Member
    132 lbs
  • 4jamiec
    4jamiec Posts: 7
    I'm 5'7", 233lb and 50 years old. In high school (so long ago :-)) I was about 115-120. I'm shooting for 160 but would be happy at 180.
  • BrandiD56
    BrandiD56 Posts: 103
    I'm 5' 7 1/2" and I'm aiming for 130. Feel free to add me.
  • mlang1955
    mlang1955 Posts: 55 Member
    I am 5' 71/2" tall and weight 145. This weight has put me back into a size 8. I hope to lose 5 more pounds. I use to weight 125 when I was in my 20s, however, I do not believe that is a realistic weight for me given my age and the fact that I have much more muscle than what I had back then. My diary is open so feel free to examine. I eat few processed foods and exercise a lot. This includes the gym, walking, and playing tennis usually 3-5 times a week. Good luck on your journey!
  • tashablack1
    tashablack1 Posts: 2
    I'm about 5' 7 1/2, 18 years old, aiming for about 125 lbs. Currently I'm 135 lbs, but I've been eating really really healthy. Organic, whole grain, lots of fruits and vegetables. Stay away from processed foods. But keeping up on my protein. A lot of people think that eating protein will make them bulky but you need protein to build muscle and keep your metabolism up. I run 4 days a week following the Couch to 5k running plan because it has podcasts you can follow. You can get them here: http://www.c25k.com/podcasts.htm.
    I also do work out videos a few times a week, trying to keep up on my cardio and build muscle. Lots of times I use 30 Day Shred or if you download the Nike Training Club app (it's free) there's new workouts every day.
  • Hockeymom610
    Hockeymom610 Posts: 65 Member
    I'm 5'7" and currently weigh 183lbs. I started at 250lbs so I'm feeling pretty happy with myself right now. The last couple of months have been really slow loss wise so I know I need to change things up. The first 50lbs came off almost easy. I originally had a goal of 190lbs. Now I'm focused more on how I feel instead of a number on the scale. I'm afraid that if I give the scale too much importance I will start to backslide.
    So now I'm concentrating on introducing more exercise into my day, and using some of the other recommendations on the site I.e. increasing protein and total calories.
    Good luck everyone.
    Also, I'm pretty new to the site and haven't built a support network yet so if anyone is looking for a buddy feel free to add me.
  • mattie2290
    mattie2290 Posts: 5 Member
    I'm 22 and 5’7 like most of us on here. When I played soccer I was a size 6 and about 150lbs (I had a tummy you could bounce quarters off of : p) . I jumped up to 182lbs after high school and loss a lot of muscle mass in the process. I've recently dropped down to 155 again and wear a size 10 (a big difference from a 6). After speaking with my physician he said 145lbs would put me at a perfect weight and of course muscle mass would determine how that weight looked on my body. I suggest finding a reasonable weight like 135 or whatever number fits you, and then focus on making that weight look good. I’ve found resistance training mixed in with running or swimming to be the most effective in changing my flab to muscle.
  • Nicola0000
    Nicola0000 Posts: 531 Member
    Im 5'7, currently 127lb, but now working to inc my muscle so expecting to go up. I try not to weigh myself now, more focused on the inches
  • tifarahmonteith
    tifarahmonteith Posts: 23 Member
    I am 23 and also 5'7'. I am currently 138 and not really on here so much to "lose weight" as to just tighten everything up and get toned. I think that so many women, especially my age, are so concerned with a number instead of being "healthy". For me, my goal weight is 135. I don't worry if i get a little lower, but i do NOT let myself get under 130. I'm not strong at that weight. I am lightheaded, weak, and can't make it through the day without being tired. I don't know what your body type is or what your ideal look is, but I'm not here to get "skinny", I want to be toned. This doesn't mean bodybuilder muscles, but I definately like to have a shape that isn't considered celery!
  • eakathy
    eakathy Posts: 1
    Hi, I am 54, 4ft, 11 and 1/2. I weighed 108 lbs when I joined in Feb. My gain has been of course, around the mid section and thighs. I have lost 2 lbs. My:smile: goal is back to 100 lbs. I weighed 97 when I married 26 years ago. So guess the few pounds gained for my age is not too bad. A year ago I was 99-101 and would like to get back to that. I am a petite build and wear a size 4 current but would like to get back to a size 2. I am finding that excercising or walking and cutting back on food portion is the right direction for me.
  • commotionstrange
    commotionstrange Posts: 73 Member
    Hey! I've been looking for a 5'7 post as well, thanks! :)

    My stats:
    Original Weight- approx 190, not sure
    Current Weight- 157
    Goal Weight- 130 ish (I'll see when I get down there)

    I make sure to keep my calories under 1500 six days a week, and then no higher than 2000 (basically maintenance) one day a week. That's general though...I tend to flex my calories and will save them up on some days if I know the weekend's going to be high calorie. Never lower than 1200!!

    For exercise, I dance (ballet, and contemporary) 3-4 days a week and do Taekwondo once a week. I'm thinking about adding swimming in one day a week as well. When the weather gets a bit warmer (maybe 2-3 weeks from now), I'll also bike to and from work which adds up to about an hour. The calorie burn is SO much easier when I can bike!

    Anyone with similar stats, I would LOVE to have a friend request :)
  • FormerSuperHero
    FormerSuperHero Posts: 70 Member
    I'm 5"7 and a half. Currently 180lbs and I want to be 140lbs and healthy
  • cici1028
    cici1028 Posts: 799 Member
    I am at my goal weight of 135 and I think it works for me. That puts me in a size 2/4 pant/skirt, small shirts, and size 4/6 dress. (I'm on the busty side!)

    I started at 182. I have gotten down to 132, but frankly, my body didn't like it and bumped me back up to 135. I fluctuate (in any month) between 132 and 137 and I'm cool with it! :)
  • Fraggle80
    Fraggle80 Posts: 5
    My comment is i'd like to smack ya ;)

    huh?
    refer to the rest of the comments here. LOL
    i was joshing with ya..but most of us who are 5'7 are NOT aiming for 125lbs..lol.

    125 does seem low.... esp if you are looking at BMI's etc. I am 5ft 7. 8 and will be more than happy with 145!
  • GeauxDonielle
    GeauxDonielle Posts: 145 Member
    I'm aiming for 123-125 as my fluctuation area.
  • AsaraFuriosa
    AsaraFuriosa Posts: 293 Member
    I absolutely agree its all about the frame and build of your body. To be honest I feel as though ethnicity plays a little part in this as well. Allow me to explain.... I’m 5'7 and was 255lbs and now Im 196lbs pre MFP (yay). At first I thought Id shoot for about 160lbs, but finding an inspirational healthy body to aspire to, (Beyonce (HA!) who just happens to be 5'7 and a 'similar build to mine ;)) Im now looking closer to 140lbs which is still only 8 lbs off from you. So with that said, I think your goals change as you change and find out whats going to be best for you personally. However you choose to go, good luck with your fitness journey and S/O to the 5'7 ladies!!!
  • deadbeatsummer
    deadbeatsummer Posts: 537 Member

    Well I'm a bit younger than most of you & that's where I'm kinda at.. I don't want to be in the 150's when all my friends are 5"7-5"8 and 120-130. I feel huge compared to them.
    Ahh..well perhaps you shoud restrict your comments to people in your own age bracket?

    wow, someone's got a stick up their *kitten*!
  • juicemoogan
    juicemoogan Posts: 994 Member
    What's your ideal weight? & what are you doing to lose weight? I'd rather hear things from women that are my same height. I'm 5"7 & I'd like to be 120-125. I'm 148 at the moment, any advice/comments?

    I'm 5'7" and I'd like to be your current weight..
    On my frame I think i would look like a stick if i reached your goal weight.. but everyone's body is different.
  • hazev74
    hazev74 Posts: 252 Member
    im 5-7 and started at 242 lbs. i'm currently 217lbs but my goal is to get to 170 and see how i feel from there!
  • Kg1023
    Kg1023 Posts: 4 Member
    I am 5'7 and right now i am like 170 but my goal where im completely fit is 150 :)
  • hazev74
    hazev74 Posts: 252 Member
    I am 5'7 and right now i am like 170 but my goal where im completely fit is 150 :)


    oooh your'e at my goal!! ...some day....:bigsmile:
  • liatski
    liatski Posts: 16 Member
    I'm 5'7" exactly. Started MFP around 143. Now I fluctuate between 129-132-ish. I want the top of my range to be 130.
    I think look good at this weight (US size, 4-8, depending on the garment). I'd like to lose more in my lower body, but I'm afraid that my upper body will look too skinny.
  • healthbunny
    healthbunny Posts: 86
    Im 5'7" :) My sw was 160 and my original gw was 140. When I got there I maintained for 3 months and then decided to lose more. I'm currently at 134.6 and my gw is around 125. I'm going to re-think when I get to 130 though :)
  • bosanova19
    bosanova19 Posts: 2
    Hi, I am 5"7 and I ised to weight about 125-127 about a year ago. I have started working since and due to long hours, bad diet, and no exercise, I put on 10 lbs in about half a year.

    It has been so difficult to lose weight. I do think though that 125-127 is ideal for our height. I felt much healthier 9and sexier, hehe) back then. It's just taking me something like 2-3 weeks to lose 1.5lbs. It's very discouraging, but I'm trying.

    WhatI have been doing: trying to work out 3-4 times a week and trying to stay on track with my calorie intake (1250/day) although most days I'm about 150-200 calories over.

    I'd love to hear what you're doing and if anything has worked out for you.
  • bosanova19
    bosanova19 Posts: 2
    Wow, you look amazing! Whatdo you do to keep in shape?
  • RubyDarling
    RubyDarling Posts: 171 Member
    I'm 5'7, started at 185, currently 160, aim is for 143. I'm very broad so I'll never be much smaller than that.
  • Aureilie
    Aureilie Posts: 213 Member
    I'm 5' 6.75" and my goal weight is 135. That's where I felt the happiest and healthiest.

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