5'6'' - 140 lbs

SammyLou28
SammyLou28 Posts: 36
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I just started MFP about 4 days ago because I was starting to put weight on due to an inactive lifestyle. My perfect weight range is about 125-130 and around a size 6. Right now I am hovering around 140 and a size8/9. I notice a lot of stomach fat. My goal is to be where I want by Christmas this year, so just over 2 months to lose 10-15 lbs.

Is there anyone around my stats who has just started that would like to compare progress? I am doing this with my sister but she is like 5'1'' and it is hard to compare my progress to hers because of different body types.

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  • bluebird68
    bluebird68 Posts: 2 Member
    Hi there, Im 5'5 134 and would like to be 120lbs by Christmas
  • emmyelleNYC
    emmyelleNYC Posts: 27 Member
    hey! I'm 5'5 and 140. I want to be around 125-130 by New Years. Sounds like we're on the same page! I'm going to add you :)
  • BrookeBQ
    BrookeBQ Posts: 163 Member
    Hi, I'm 5'8 and 150. Kind of close!
  • keirajl
    keirajl Posts: 13 Member
    I the same. 5'6", 140lbs, size 6. Started because of an inactive lifestyle due to graduate school. I'm just trying to keep up with my calorie counting and trying a little to get to the gym (not easy tho).
  • jaylas_mom21
    jaylas_mom21 Posts: 311 Member
    Hello. I'm 5'4" and 132 lbs. I'm trying to get down to 118. My goal is to try to lose a pound a week. I've also gained wait due to inactivity and my metabolism slowing down as I've gotten a little older. I just actually started working out last year but it's gotta be a part of my life now unless I want to get huge! :)
  • wgn4166
    wgn4166 Posts: 771 Member
    I am 5'7. I am 144 right now but my goal is 135
  • TXHunny84
    TXHunny84 Posts: 503 Member
    I'm almost 5'6" and 138 and want to get to 125-130. Feel free to add me if you want to. :)
  • AmelieJG
    AmelieJG Posts: 17
    5'6" and 140 here too. Want to get down to 120 by March 29 (my third child's first birthday)
  • chuisle
    chuisle Posts: 1,052 Member
    Hi! I'm about 140 (139 at last check) and wanted to check in...just remember that if your goal is to lose fat that is not exactly the same thing as losing weight. You could lose 10 lbs and still have more stomach fat than you would like if you lose muscle along with fat in that 10 lbs.

    I would still like to (eventually) get to a lower weight but my first goal is athletic performance followed by fat loss. I've found looking at it like that has helped me. Most people wouldn't guess I weigh in around 140-145.
  • StrongAtLast
    StrongAtLast Posts: 137 Member
    Please add me 5'6" 142. Would like to be 128.
  • LuckyMe381
    LuckyMe381 Posts: 105 Member
    5'4" 140lbs want to be at 120-125 by christmas
  • Britbratkins3
    Britbratkins3 Posts: 53
    I'm 5'5" and 140
    My goal is 125
    I wear a size 6
    add me if you want
    My goal by Thanksgiving is to weigh 134
  • Britbratkins3
    Britbratkins3 Posts: 53
    ANYONE CAN ADD ME
  • heypurdy
    heypurdy Posts: 196 Member
    I'm 5'8", 160 lbs, 25 yrs. old. Goal weight: 130 AKA my weight in college! These desk jobs have killed me! Would definitely like some supportive, motivating friends on here! Add me :)
  • kls13la
    kls13la Posts: 380 Member
    I started out at 5'6" and 146 lbs, and am now down to 125 lbs and maintaining. You will reach goal before you know it! Feel free to add me.
  • catherinern
    catherinern Posts: 36
    Hi there. I am 5'5" and currently at 135. Goal is 125. Would like to be less but not sure I could maintain that :):smile:
  • risjoy
    risjoy Posts: 1
    I'm also new here with a similar goal! I'm currently 5'5" and 142 with a goal of 125. I'm also trying to get rid of some stomach fat (desk job...sigh). Good luck!
  • Lisa760
    Lisa760 Posts: 113 Member
    5'6"
    Started at 143 at the beginning of Oct.
    Currently 137.
    Goals:
    - 128 by Dec. 21 (family vacation)
    - 1200 calories a day
    - maintain lower daily sugar intake
    - lower carbs ("lower" by my standards, LOL)
    - exercise a bit (my biggest struggle)

    Anyone feel free to add me
  • lifesaparty726
    lifesaparty726 Posts: 5
    I'm 5'4" and 148lbs, looking to be around 125lbs around New Years. Add me as a friend!
  • jcfromny
    jcfromny Posts: 16 Member
    I'm 5"6, 146.5lbs.... I want to be 137lbs! That was my ideal weight for over 10yrs but I met 'the one' and with that came 'the pounds' haha.. I really want to shed it and feel better!!

    Here's to us, ladies!
  • jogo8995
    jogo8995 Posts: 75 Member
    Hi! I'm about 140 (139 at last check) and wanted to check in...just remember that if your goal is to lose fat that is not exactly the same thing as losing weight. You could lose 10 lbs and still have more stomach fat than you would like if you lose muscle along with fat in that 10 lbs.

    I would still like to (eventually) get to a lower weight but my first goal is athletic performance followed by fat loss. I've found looking at it like that has helped me. Most people wouldn't guess I weigh in around 140-145.

    Hi! What she says is right. I may just have to ditch the scale all together. I am 5'6" 143 lbs and fifty years old. I started with walking in August but added some strength training with Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred group in October. My body is firming and changing in some great ways but the scale hasn't budged in a month. I am eating smarter and healthier than ever with a reasonable 250- 300 daily calorie deficit. I am trying to give up on my scale and trust my mirror. Even measurements have not really changed but I am starting to think a firm toned body is the way to go and ignore the numbers.
  • SkippyKay
    SkippyKay Posts: 4 Member
    I'm 5"5' and I'm currently 136. I was 145 a couple of months ago. I'm trying to get down to 124 by Christmas. I'm doing the Christmas challenge on here with a few other women, to try to lose a stone before Christmas. If you want to join in too, just add me and I'll send you the link.
  • mburger84
    mburger84 Posts: 19 Member
    Im 5'5' and about 139 lbs. Ill add you
  • Starzy696
    Starzy696 Posts: 133 Member
    I just started MFP about 4 days ago because I was starting to put weight on due to an inactive lifestyle. My perfect weight range is about 125-130 and around a size 6. Right now I am hovering around 140 and a size8/9. I notice a lot of stomach fat. My goal is to be where I want by Christmas this year, so just over 2 months to lose 10-15 lbs.

    Is there anyone around my stats who has just started that would like to compare progress? I am doing this with my sister but she is like 5'1'' and it is hard to compare my progress to hers because of different body types.

    I am 5'-6", 142 lbs and a size 2. I honestly am trying to get to the ideal weight of 135, but am starting to wonder if that is realistic. You can add me if you want and I can motivate you!
  • BSchoberg
    BSchoberg Posts: 712 Member
    I'd literally KILL to be 5'6" and 140 right now. I'd kill to be 5'6"... :)

    I know this doesn't answer your original post, but maybe it helps you keep some perspective??? :wink:
  • al369
    al369 Posts: 170 Member
    5'6 and 158 right now. Down from 176. Size 8-10 at the moment. My goal is to get to 145 and reevaluate after that. I may decide 130-135 is ideal then.

    I'd like to have someone who is a similar size/height among my friends!
  • al369
    al369 Posts: 170 Member
    I'd literally KILL to be 5'6" and 140 right now. I'd kill to be 5'6"... :)

    I know this doesn't answer your original post, but maybe it helps you keep some perspective??? :wink:

    ha. Yeah. It's weird to see someone list your goal weight as their "fat" weight. :D But 140 is a little higher on the normal BMI range for 5'6.
  • JennaL890
    JennaL890 Posts: 39
    Hey! I'm 5'7" and 139lbs. I would like to be down to 130lbs by Christmas. I've been exercising everyday and doing a lot more strength training and am noticing results (I started around 146lbs) and now I am obviously much more toned.

    Anyone feel free to add me!:)
  • HeatherWestgate
    HeatherWestgate Posts: 19 Member
    I'm 5.6" and was about 150lbs. My goal was to lose about 20lbs and be down to 130. I decided to focus on losing body fat instead of just weight. After 6 months of keeping track of my calories and a lot of strength training I only lost 12lbs but my body fat percentage went from 30% to 18% and I've gone from a size 10 to a size 4.
    Don't worry about the scale too much!
  • chuisle
    chuisle Posts: 1,052 Member
    I'm 5.6" and was about 150lbs. My goal was to lose about 20lbs and be down to 130. I decided to focus on losing body fat instead of just weight. After 6 months of keeping track of my calories and a lot of strength training I only lost 12lbs but my body fat percentage went from 30% to 18% and I've gone from a size 10 to a size 4.
    Don't worry about the scale too much!

    This is a great attitude. Check this out: http://www.leighpeele.com/body-fat-pictures-and-percentages

    Your goal is probably to look a certain way, right? Then focus on body fat percentage.

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