Any 5'6, 180-190lb Ladies out there? Or were you once??
TheMomm
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Thought it would be fun if I could connect to some people who are in the same boat as me in regards to height/weight/body type... maybe we'd be able to share all of our favoured weight loss methods that work for our bodytype!
Im 5'6, 190lbs (people don't believe me if I tell them I weigh that much, which may give some indication of my bodytype- personally I think that it's just because Ive figured out a good way to dress to cover it up lol) ... My whole life I've always carried any extra weight in my tummy, and I always had a big butt (even in my skinny days), and Ive always been small chested ... Since 20 or more pounds ago though, I started gaining elsewhere,, everywhere really- bigger boobs, big thighs, big arms, even my face ....
Does this sound familiar to anyone?! ... Id love to connect with someone who is going through the same situation as me or someone who was where I am and has had success in weight loss, so we can share ideas and help eachother out!
Im 5'6, 190lbs (people don't believe me if I tell them I weigh that much, which may give some indication of my bodytype- personally I think that it's just because Ive figured out a good way to dress to cover it up lol) ... My whole life I've always carried any extra weight in my tummy, and I always had a big butt (even in my skinny days), and Ive always been small chested ... Since 20 or more pounds ago though, I started gaining elsewhere,, everywhere really- bigger boobs, big thighs, big arms, even my face ....
Does this sound familiar to anyone?! ... Id love to connect with someone who is going through the same situation as me or someone who was where I am and has had success in weight loss, so we can share ideas and help eachother out!
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I know how to hide my size too! I am 5'10' and 185lbs.. all hips and stomach yuck! Good luck on your goals! Today is my 1st day on here and I'm looking forward to getting back on track! My guilty pleasure is wine
... the food guide helps so much!
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I know how to hide my size too! I am 5'10' and 185lbs.. all hips and stomach yuck! Good luck on your goals! Today is my 1st day on here and I'm looking forward to getting back on track! My guilty pleasure is wine ... the food guide helps so much!
Im going to send you a friend request, I just started (back) on here yesterday, ready to whip my big *kitten* into shape! LOL0 -
Oh, and also - wine is definitely one of my biggest weaknesses too! ... Especially now that the summer months are here!0
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Does 5'6" 201lbs count?0
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I think we're fairly similar. I'm 5'7 and was 190ish lbs at my highest weight. I gained mostly in my thighs, butt, and abdomen. But the last 10-20lbs was all over, the arms, the chest, the face, neck, etc. I'm a pear shape I guess, so never had a big chest, always had wide hips. Add me if you want, I've been here almost 2 years now and kept the weight off. 0
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I'm 5'6 and was 193, but now 180. I always held it in my hip/thighs so I looked thinner if I wore the right clothes. Once the nurse had me get on the scale twice and I know she thought it was wrong. Even if I look thinner, the weight is the weight and still unhealthy.
I'm hoping when I go back to doctor's in July, I can tax the scale less. ; )0 -
Does 5'6" 201lbs count?
ABSOLUTELY! ... Im going to send you a friend request now 0 -
I think we're fairly similar. I'm 5'7 and was 190ish lbs at my highest weight. I gained mostly in my thighs, butt, and abdomen. But the last 10-20lbs was all over, the arms, the chest, the face, neck, etc. I'm a pear shape I guess, so never had a big chest, always had wide hips. Add me if you want, I've been here almost 2 years now and kept the weight off.
WOW! You go girl, from what I can see, you look incredible!! ... I'd love to hear more about your weight loss story 0 -
I am 5'6' and used to weight 209. I would love to have a few friends but don't know how to add peps0
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I'm 5'6 and was 193, but now 180. I always held it in my hip/thighs so I looked thinner if I wore the right clothes. Once the nurse had me get on the scale twice and I know she thought it was wrong. Even if I look thinner, the weight is the weight and still unhealthy.
I'm hoping when I go back to doctor's in July, I can tax the scale less. ; )
Exactly how I feel! ... Ive actually been in a similar situation with my dr too lol!0 -
I can relate! 5'5 200lbs here.. I got the big .. well everything going on right now.. :ohwell: send a friends request if you want. Love new friends!0
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I am 5'6' and used to weight 209. I would love to have a few friends but don't know how to add peps
I will add you now ... Im just getting used to the site too, but to add someone- click on there photo and at the top of their profile page their is a button that says something along the lines of "Add Friend" ... I think the button is green 0 -
im 5'7 my highest 178... so far lost 5 pounds0
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I used to be, and I'd love to be down there again! Currently sitting at 203 (down from 207), and I'm 5'6". My goal is 150, which is at the high end of the "healthy range," but like you I carry my weight well (when I weighed 160, I wanted to lose weight, and my friend said "from where?!"). Feel free to add me-- I'm getting my focus back and it'd be great to have some more pals on here!0
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I'm 5'5" (or 5'6" depending on how recent my last chiro adjustment was) and am presently 183.
I started out at 236, so I've managed to lose 54 lbs so far (about nine months). I'd *like* to get to 150 or a teeny bit less.
In the middle of tweaking calorie intake due to added activity up to about 1800 so I've been playing with the same two pounds for about a month.
I get sidetracked by various social events a lot, which screw up my eating habits. I'm still learning that "no thank you" is not really going to cause my partner's family to be offended. And if they are, it's not my problem.
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Just joined today.....I never had a weight problem until after having kids, but seeing as my 'baby' has turned 11 it's time to get off this roller coaster and get the situation under control. Hoping friends will help with the tough times because only someone who's been through it can really understand 0
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I'm 5'6, and up to 210lbs
I had never been this high, and never plan on it again The last 20lbs definitely sat in my arms and face more than normal, i usually carry right in my middle and my thighs I've always had large boobs though (D-DD)0 -
I'm 5'6", 174 pounds. Working on my new passion of running and living a healthy lifestyle!0
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I started on this site on Jan 21, 2013 at 5'7 and 213...I am now at 178 (lost 35 lbs so far)...I have always held my weight in my stomach, thighs and hips. No one really knows where I started because I always held my weight well.
I can def. see my problem areas slimming down and even wore shorts to the gym the other day
Feel free to add me...I have lost all my weight just by exercising and counting calories...I like to see what others are doing to find success as well.0 -
I am 5'4" and weigh 190 lbs. My weight mostly sits in my butt, my stomach (alot!), and in my boobs. Like you and the ladies who've responded, I hold my weight "well" (or so I've been told). It's a weird experience when someone doesn't believe your weight because they think you're over-exaggerating.
I just started on here, but I already made some progress before I joined. I started as 230, and over the last 6 months I've managed to lose 40 lbs.0 -
I'm 5'5 1/2, in my 170's. Before both of my pregnancies I was in my 120's, but after my 10 lb kid my body looks terrible! I was up at 220 with my second child and joined a gym. Started around 193 when I joined and my personal trainer's jaw dropped when she saw that number on the scale b/c she didn't think I would weight that much. I have an hourglass shape so things sort of distribute evenly I suppose, but the more weight I lose the worse my stomach looks.
I think I'm aiming for 130-140's now since I enjoy working out and would like to have muscles, lol. Before in my 120's I was just skinny but not healthy. You can add me if you want. Good luck with your weight loss journey!0 -
How interesting that so many of us say the same thing. "I usually carry my well, but over a certain number it wasn't so easy to hide." I topped out at 235, and have vowed to never go back. I am at 201 (or 204, my scale is wonky) and have stayed right around there for almost two months. The problem is not a plateau, it is that I've adjusted to my new eating and exercise level. I'm maintaining. Better than gaining, so true, but I am only halfway to my goal of 160 pounds. I guess I have to make The Decision all over again. This is the time to do it, I'm doing it for me, and I'm willing to do the work for it. I haven't made that decision yet.
I'm looking forward to supporting each other!
P.S. How do I make a weight ticker?0 -
I sent you a message and friend request. 0
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How interesting that so many of us say the same thing. "I usually carry my well, but over a certain number it wasn't so easy to hide." I topped out at 235, and have vowed to never go back. I am at 201 (or 204, my scale is wonky) and have stayed right around there for almost two months. The problem is not a plateau, it is that I've adjusted to my new eating and exercise level. I'm maintaining. Better than gaining, so true, but I am only halfway to my goal of 160 pounds. I guess I have to make The Decision all over again. This is the time to do it, I'm doing it for me, and I'm willing to do the work for it. I haven't made that decision yet.
I'm looking forward to supporting each other!
P.S. How do I make a weight ticker?
Click on APPS at the top right of the page and its right there. If you click on settings it should let you have the option of showing it every time you respond. 0 -
5'6 and was 185, now I'm down and hoping to be at 155 by the end of summer! Add me we can do this together!!0
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Hey! I'm 5' 6.5" (yes the half inch counts lol) and weighed 198 lbs. at my highest weight (more when I was pregnant, about 214 lbs. just before I delivered my son). I started on here at about 195 lbs. It's funny, I am the exact same way as far as hiding my weight well goes. People are shocked when I actually divulge how much I weigh/weighed. I think it may be the clothes for me too though, lol. I've always had a smaller chest, a little bigger now since I am breastfeeding, and my weight likes to go to my stomach, hips, thighs. At my lowest I was around 130 lbs., but I was "skinny fat". Hoping to be fit this time around!0
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I'm 5' 6"....I'm down to 189 pounds and am motivated to my goal of 150 pounds. I started back last October and am excited to say I've hit 70 pounds. When I started with my program for the 1st 2 months I did shakes/bars..I worked with a dietitian and that has been a life changing event. I still do some shakes some bars but have figured out some food to eat so I can continue to loose weight but can eat normal food. I'm finally getting the food thing. I love my fitness pal because it keeps me in check!0
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I am 5'6" and currently around 178ish.. (i havent weighed this week!) I think i hide my weight well, but i suffer from linebacker shoulders & big fat arms *sigh* I have a wide butt, but its flat.. but my chest is HUGE! I also need some work in the belly.. but really, who doesnt? lol
Here are some pics... maybe you guys can help me with QUICK tips for problem areas? I literally have NO time. If you send me a FR, and scroll my wall... you will see why! (and ill accept tomorrow.. im heading to bed for the first time before 3am in a week!) talk about busy and stress.. SHEESH!
So this picture (the before) was taken at 233 pounds (my highest weight was 246) and the after was at 195 pounds.
and this picture was taken at 210 pounds (before) and the after was taken at 190 pounds.
Good luck to everyone & feel free to send a FR, just please send a message that says "5'6" thread" so i know you at least read this and the trolls arent sending FR... also.. No men.
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I'm 5'6", was in 190s for 4+ years and 180s for 2 years and now 160s since i started jogging in Oct 2012. I'm pear shape with big bottom and big thighs but still have areas to lose fat all over. I haven't been at this low of weight for 14 years, my wedding dress was size 16/18, now I'm size 10.0
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Hello, well I am 5'6 1/2" and weigh in at 174.5. I started MFP July 15, 2012 and have lost 58 pounds. I have really slowed down the weight loss this past month and would really like to lose 10 more pounds... I had gastric by-pass in 2005, lost good until my son died and i started to eat again. The most I weighed was right before surgery was 264. I retired in February 2012 after working for the same company 42 years. Then on April 13, 2012, found out I had a Brain tumor, size of a lemon, but not cancer! It had to be removed, it was getting real close to my brain stem. With that and the steroids, again I gained weight. I kept noticing a friend on Fb talking about MFP and decided to give it a try. I have been very loyal to the program, logging in daily, trying to keep within in 1200 calorie goal. It has really been a great blessing for me...I would love to "travel this journey" as your friend or anyone elses on MFP for the support I need and hopefully give too.0
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