Is 115 Ibs too low to go?

fatgalslimming

Hi, I'm 5'8 is that too low?

Yaya1976

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According to this you should be:

Small Frame: 126 - 139
Medium Frame: 136- 150
Large Frame: 146- 167

115 lbs for your height is REALLY low.

I'm no doctor, just my own personal opinion

DanaDark

That is WAY too low.

If you notice you look like you could lose some weight still when you reach lower weights, it could be due to the need to develop some muscle.

chaosrocks

As long as you are getting the proper nutrients this weight should be fine. But be careful not to drop to that low so quickly just progess slowly so your body has a chance to adapt to all the changes

ladymiseryali

Although BMI isn't the best thing to go by, that would make you underweight if you weighed that much. The average weight for someone of your height is between 135 and 155.

I'm the same height and am stuck at 155, but would LOVE to be 135.

c8linmarie

Hi, I'm 5'8 is that too low?

YES

now_or_never12

At your height 115lbs is far too low to go. I am three inches shorter than you and even at my height I would look sick at that weight.

I would guess somewhere around 140lbs would be best.

maricash

According to your profile page you weigh 133 now. That is already a healthy weight for your height. Why not focus on a fitness goal or a body fat percentage goal instead? You don't need to lose weight.

Sabrina__26

I was say it is way too low. My goal is 110 lbs but I'm only 5'2'' and have a very small frame. I think somewhere around 135 lbs would be about right for your height.

kristen6022

If you have to ask, it probably is.

NocturnalGirl

What are you trying to achieve? Focus on body composition, forget to scale. I would say that is definitely too low.

lizziebeth1028

Hi, I'm 5'8 is that too low?

Interesting profile. 115 to too low. Are you here to get healthy and fit? How much do you weigh now?

red9812

I don't know much/anything about you, but as someone who is 5'8" and was 120lbs (stress/law school), 115 sounds too low.

psuLemon

That is WAY too low.

If you notice you look like you could lose some weight still when you reach lower weights, it could be due to the need to develop some muscle.

I will match this and add the below. So if you want to look lean, have a tight body, then stop worrying about weight.. start to eat adequate amounts of food (20% less than TDEE) and start heavy lifting. And remember, weight loss makes you look good in clothes but fat loss makes you look good naked. And at 115 lbs, the best you can hope for would be 98 lbs of lean body mass which will make it hard to look lean and tight.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/392784-skinny-fat-vs-fit-photo?hl=skinny+fat

http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/07/21/meet-staci-your-new-powerlifting-super-hero/

now_or_never12

Looking at your previous posts I would suggest seeing a doctor as there seems to be an eating disorder or body disorder that should be addressed.

Sparlingo

115 lbs is too low, and I fear the scale isn't going to be a good measure of success for you since you are a healthy BMI and are quite unsatisfied where you're at right now (in a previous thread you were concerned that you are obese).

I think you should take measurements, calculate your body fat percentage, and try to get into strength training to build muscle mass and tone your body/change your body composition. Losing more weight probably isn't going to make you feel like you're the right size since you don't sound like you have a good understanding of a healthy body weight.

Also I would honestly urge you to speak with your doctor. I think you have a body dysmorphic disorder.

I truly don't say this to be mean!!

sa11yjane

That sounds way too low to me. Are you really sure you need to head that low? Maybe take a good look at yourself in the mirror or, if your opinion is skewed, maybe ask a close friend how they think you look. Remember that it's more important to be healthy than to head for a specific number x

florymonde

Yes, it's too low. I'm just under 5'8", with a slim build; at 131 (some years ago) I had about 20% bodyfat; meaning my lean body mass was around 105 pounds. At 115, that would be less than 10% bodyfat which is extremely unhealthy for a female.

At 133, you do not need to lose weight. You may wish to build muscle to reshape in order to look better. Of course, that will mean you'll probably get heavier, which is just fine if you are gaining lean mass!

You do seem to have some issues with your body image; I would add my voice to the recommendation to see a doctor.

gonnamakeanewaccount

Too low.

cwolfman13

Way too low...you're already at a very, very healthy weight. Medical Recomendations are 125 - 164...you're already on the very slim side; go much further and you'll just look like skeletor. You are nowhere near obsese, 138 is the "people's choice" ideal weight for someone of your age and height.

You should focus more on composition and body sculpting if things aren't exactly where you want them.

mom2handh1975

Hi, I'm 5'8 is that too low?

YES

Agreed!

meggonkgonk

Pick a weight range rather than a goal. Then as you get closer to that range shift your focus more towards body fat % - it will give you a more accurate # to gauge overall health and fitness by.

But yeah 115 lbs is way too low.

LeenaRuns

My mom is 5'9" and weighs 115 (she's sick and doesn't have much muscle). I'm 5'6" and weigh 120. We actually wear the same size (0). Try a goal size rather than a goal weight--you might not like how you have to get there if you don't.

ejha77

I actually think it depends on your frame size. Much lower than that might be cause for concern, but if you have a small frame (and some people genuinely do) it can be ok. Obviously it goes without saying that if you have to starve yourself to get there it's a bad idea.

classycouture

Your first thread is asking whether 137lbs is obese for someone at 5'8". Now you are posting if 115 is too low for that height. I think there are some major underlying issues you need to address. Please talk to your doctor, and voice your concerns to him/her for proper guidance.

Anastacia1119

Your profile says you have OCD and severe anxiety. You need to seek help about this. If you really think you are overweight or "obese" as you put it at your weight, you need to seek the attention of a doctor. Seriously. Get help.

newcs

I'm 5'2" and I'd be pretty slim at 115 (I'm 120 now) so at 5'8" I would say that would be stick figure-esque

xSakura

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According to this you should be:

Small Frame: 126 - 139
Medium Frame: 136- 150
Large Frame: 146- 167

115 lbs for your height is REALLY low.

I'm no doctor, just my own personal opinion

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Sweet_Pea0107

Yes it is too low. You are already at a healthy weight and judging by your profile and previous posts your problem is not your weight. You have a very negative view of yourself and it is definately distorted. Until you fix the mental aspect of your "weight issues" no matter how thin you get you won't be happy.



Ps. I have suffered from bdd and depression since high school, so I mean no disrespect. Just concern for your well being physically and mentally.

Rum_Runner

Way too low.

A good average is 5lbs for every inch over 5'. So that would put you at 140 and be healthy. Smaller frame you could be 125 and stil look and be healthy. But 115 for your height is hospitilaztion low!