Is weighing 140lbs overweight for a woman that is 5'6?
114216
You are what us guys like to call "thick." In case you don't know, that is a good thing.
737261
You are an excellent weight according to your BMI. BMI stands for Body Mass Index and its a way of measuring the status of body fat. Here's a calculator:\nhttp://www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi/\n\nI'm actually 5'4 and 145 pounds and I most definitely would not consider myself overweight!\n\nIf you're at all concerned about your weight, it may be worth going to see a nutrionist. They can talk about healthy eating and exercise plans with you.
272096
120 lbs. sounds like a trim weight, but if you are concerned, you could try calculating your body mass index: the "proper" weight for your height. I'm including a link to a site where you can do this.
849449
yes you are overweight slightly for a large frame woman; significantly overweight for small frame and medium frame
1055853
Hardly. I'm 5'8'' and 135 pounds and I think my weight is just right. Don't pay attention to the Mary-Kates and Lindseys of the world honey. You are probably going to grow to 5'10'' and be hot supermodel!
572227
That's sound fine to me.  I have a cousin that 4' 11" and she weighs about 130.  But, she is also over 30 years old.
42934
a healthy 5'6 should be around 120-140, also depending on the weight of your bones.
614873
Unless that 290 pounds is all muscle, then that person is grossly obese. Typically, an adult male at this height should weigh between 150-170 whereas a female adult should be around 130-140.
1149523
Your current weight of 115 pounds is within the healthy body weight range of 101 - 136 pounds for your height of 5 ft 2 in.\n\nHealthy weight range is based on a healthy body mass index (BMI) of 18.5 to 24.9. The higher weights in each range apply to people with more muscle and bone. Individuals with weights above the healthy weight range may be at higher risk for developing health problems. \nAlways consult your physician for more information regarding your health risks and healthy body weight, weight loss therapy, and weight control programs.
740482
NO - honey, you are beautiful. A general rule of thumb for weight is 100lbs for 5' and 5 lbs for each inch over 5' - so 120 for 5' 4". That means you're perfect - probably stunning with all of that muscle!
1171385
I'm 5'8 and I wish I weighed 145....lol....you are fine....after you have kids, its normal to be a little heavier than you were before you had kids.....plus girls look better with a little meat on their bones (and it doesn't sound like you have much at 145)....relax!
239451
no. i am 14 and weigh about 135lbs. but then you are a girl............
1032321
you are actually underweight... \nto calculate for ideal body weight is start with 100 pounds with a 5"0 frame... then add 5 pounds per inch. since you're 5"0 (100 lbs) and 8", 8x5 = 40 so that's 140 lbs for you. and don't forget, there is like a 15 to 20 allowance for that (usually for older women). \nhowever im concerned about your perception of your own body. just eat healthy to maintain that weight, but don't starve yourself. you need to incorporate protein in your diet and it looks like you haven't been eating much -- eat a little bit more and take mulitivitamins. drink lots of water to prevent dehydration.
312835
At 14 lb to the stone, your 153 lb female friend should be 5'5" to 6' tall (depending on her frame size) to not be overweight.
327960
5'4 about 130 lbs.  I don't really think that you are overweight.  But eating a good diet and moderate exercise.
1050917
I think 120lbs for 5'6" is normal.  You can check it at http://nhlbisupport.com/bmi/.  Your body mass index is at the low end of normal.  If you have pudge, you may want to work out to target those specific areas.
1096855
you sound healthy to me.... I'm six feet and weigh almost as much as you and I think I look quite healthy and I feel healthy.  don't worry about hte numbers on the scale too much.