For all you 5'3" ladies out there... Ideal weight!?

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vxxtoria
vxxtoria Posts: 50 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
I know everyone's body shape is different, but I'm really hoping if any of you can let me know what an ideal weight would be for someone who is 5'3"? I've always been overweight since the age of 9 so I have no idea what to really aim for. I started at 220 lbs and so far have lost over 50 lbs and am now at 166.7 lbs.

I'm not looking for a stick-thin figure, but a more so 'toned/lean' look and not have my lower stomach/stomach hang out over my pants. :ohwell:

Anyone who's sucessfully reached their goal or about there? What are yours numbers? I'd love and appreciate any feedback.

Happy losing!!

PS. I'd love new MFP friends!!! :D

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  • BeautifulKristen
    BeautifulKristen Posts: 281
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    The healthy weight is 114-134. I read it on a site..
  • insatiable_need
    insatiable_need Posts: 127 Member
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    My doctor told me 120 would be ideal, but I've been told by numerous people that I look amazing right now at 130-135. However, I think I'd rather be 115.
  • smartandtrim
    smartandtrim Posts: 123 Member
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    My ideal is usually around 110, but I am pretty small framed. Here is me at 130 LQvG5.jpg,

    me at 120 309357_2407463516184_2070243828_n.jpg,

    and me at 110 579154_10150700673289624_271009655_n.jpg

    Everyone is different though. I'm working to get back down to 110- almost there! I do carry some muscle on me, but my doctor says I'm good as long as I'm under 130 and over 100. I do pageants to help pay for school... so 110 it is!
  • insatiable_need
    insatiable_need Posts: 127 Member
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    I think most women at 5'3" look good between 110 and 130.
  • TheFitHooker
    TheFitHooker Posts: 3,358 Member
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    Depends on your frame. My doctor told me between 147 and 107 depending on the frame. 147 is for a big frame 107 is the smallest with small frame. I am considered a small frame at 5'3 and I feel more like a medium frame, my goal is 115-120 which ever I like best. I'm 130 right now.

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  • catsnjama
    catsnjama Posts: 2 Member
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    I'm the same height as you and one of my goals is to get to about 60kg (approx 132lbs) I would like to get down to pre baby size 55kg (121lbs), that would mean I have a whole wardrobe of clothes that I can wear again!

    I think what ever size you get to that is in the healthy range and you feel comfortable with is the right size for you.

    Good luck with the rest of your journey, you've done wonderful so far!
  • LANIECE1
    LANIECE1 Posts: 78 Member
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    Well I'm 5' 2.5 and I'm 157 now and my goal is 145lbs I consider myself a medium frame!
  • KrystieNye
    KrystieNye Posts: 123 Member
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    I'm 5'2.5 (almost 5'3...lol) and my goal for now is 130...I may lower it to 120-ish after that, but I'm just planning on seeing where I feel the best. :smile:

    Congrats on your weight loss....awesome job so far!
  • Always824
    Always824 Posts: 111 Member
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    As cliche as it sounds, I have a lot of muscle... The ideal weight my doc told me for 5"3 would be 130 but because of my muscle mass, at 170 he told me I was healthy and would never get to 130... He actually said I would look sickly... I think I looked pretty good at 170 and no one would have ever thought I was that weight but they also always asked if I lifted, and at the time in middle and high school, I didn't... I'm shooting for 160 though :)
  • jonesygetshealthy
    jonesygetshealthy Posts: 66 Member
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    i'm 5'3" :)
    I started at 195lbs, and I am currently at 157-158lbs.
    Honestly, my body is pretty muscular... and I'm not looking to be very thin... my goal weight is 135lbs, but once I get down to 143ish I will reevaluate what I want. My measurements have already gone from 42-35-45 to 39-31.5-40... I'm pretty sure I would lose a lot of my bust if I lost a ton of weight. I already lost most of my derriere and am trying to make up for it in crunches :)

    Of course, everyone has their preferences. I more or less tend to idolize bodies which are curvier or more muscular, so I would suggest again, something around 130-140 lbs (at the top portion of the healthy weight category of BMIs).
  • WaitingForWhispers
    WaitingForWhispers Posts: 4
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    Man! I wish I looked like you when I was 169! I'm just under 5'3" and my goal is between 115 and 120. A healthy weight range would be between 145 and 110, depending on your frame. Just remember, you're beautiful!! Good luck!
  • LFiestan
    LFiestan Posts: 176 Member
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    mine would be 66-60kg. I have a large frame so that weight would be ideal for me.
  • alosea2012
    alosea2012 Posts: 24 Member
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    I'm large framed so I'm aiming for 132 lbs.
  • sawebber
    sawebber Posts: 15
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    The normal weight is 120-145. You are very curvy, you would look great at 130-140.
  • angelam82
    angelam82 Posts: 61 Member
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    I am 5'3" and am currently 192lbs. I am aiming for 140lbs. I am a stocky build and like the curves.
  • Littlemissjackie1
    Littlemissjackie1 Posts: 122 Member
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    I'm 5"2 currently 150 lbs I have a small frame but "pear shape" where most of my weight is in my butt and thighs, I think an Idea weight for me would be 120 I don't want to be super thin just toned and muscular. BTW you look great at your current weight!

    Happy loosing!
  • tobnrn
    tobnrn Posts: 477 Member
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    I think too many people are looking for that magical number on the scale. Its about what you feel like. What your comfortable with bone structure, LBM. Do what makes you happy.
  • Lukasmum1
    Lukasmum1 Posts: 33 Member
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    I'm an older version of most... :-)

    I'm the approx the same height at 5'2", and have a small frame.

    I am aiming for 121lb (55kg), and am currently at 133lb (60kg)

    I started at 166lb (75kg)
  • vxxtoria
    vxxtoria Posts: 50 Member
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    All of your replies are very informative and great!!

    Thank you, thank you, thank you!! :flowerforyou:
  • xojessieannexo
    xojessieannexo Posts: 95 Member
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    you look great!! im 5,3 my lowest has been 161.. and im about 168! I try not to focus on the numbers anymore even though its a good way to have a goal! I just want to be healthy and look good naked ;) but ideally! i think 135-145 is good for my body shape!! I still want some curves.. just dont want to be stick thin! :)

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