simplybrill Posted June 14, 2004 Posted June 14, 2004 Hey everybody im 5ft1 86 lbs, and I need to gain weight, cuz well the fact is that im too skinny, and I know it. I hear "oh, youll be thankful for it when you're older"...when the truth is that if I ever want to be taken seriously in an office environment, I need to look like I wont blow over in a windstorm. I dont have an overactive thyroid, but I was born really early (dunno if that factors in) so Ive always been smaller than the norm, I try to get to the gym and lift so I can get some muscle on, im workin 40 hrs a week.
dudesomewhere Posted June 14, 2004 Posted June 14, 2004 um, you're a 5'1" 86lb female? I think that's about right for being fit for your height...so just let me say Don't Look Like A Man. At 5'9" and 170lbs with as much muscle as I carry I often find myself murmuring "That's a man baby!" cuz some womenz is too damn manly. how much weight do you think you need to gain anyway? I hope not more than 10lbs...because that would be something like 25lbs on a woman that's 5'6". Bah, don't do things for other people...only for yourself . You want fat or muscle or a combo of the two?
Author simplybrill Posted June 14, 2004 Author Posted June 14, 2004 Yah, im only looking to gain like between 10 and 15 lbs. Haha, yeah Ive seen those manly women. I used to have a roomate that was quite manly and we called her "the fridge" you know, like the football player.
Author simplybrill Posted June 14, 2004 Author Posted June 14, 2004 to clarify..im working 40 hrs a week, not working-out 40 hrs a week. Im not a bodybuilder hehe.
Matilda Posted June 14, 2004 Posted June 14, 2004 I would say you are too thin. At 5'1", you should weigh around 105 lbs. Here are the ideal height and weight charts. http://www.halls.md/ideal-weight/met.htm What is your diet like now?
Thinkalot Posted June 14, 2004 Posted June 14, 2004 Matilda...that weight chart is useful for me also. But how do you know what frame type you are?? I would have to say I'm medium, because I have broad shoulders and so on.... I am 5ft 2 and at last weigh in...was 108 pounds. Which means I am either at the bottom end of healthy for a small frame, or slightly underweight for a medium frame.
shortbus74 Posted June 14, 2004 Posted June 14, 2004 simple.... I am skinny too... my dr... suggested ensure...(the old peoples drink)...... I bartend and I actually got the adult Happy Meal.... (10,500 steps in a 7 hour shift with meter) I have come to the realization that women come in all shapes and sizes...... ( I have does this before..... if someone asks if you are anexoic (sp) just tell them yes..... and I threw up my lunch) you can only use this if you are normally skinny...... Hey we are what and who we are.... I wish I looked liked M.M. but I will never will.................... Women are all different and we are alll beautiful in our own way!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! *P.S. Miltidia SMALL BONED makes a difference **PPS* what is the norm at this point guys*** and could someone please explain the CARB diet to me.....I know I am being mean or selfish.....I Really would like to know.... **** I love the voluptious chikies*********************
Matilda Posted June 15, 2004 Posted June 15, 2004 I would use these charts as a guide. Find a weight that you can maintain comfortably (without force feeding yourself), where you look good (not like a skeleton) and are healthy. Originally posted by Thinkalot Matilda...that weight chart is useful for me also. But how do you know what frame type you are?? Quick Reference to Find Your Frame Size. Keep in mind that this is a far less accurate measurement method. To calculate your frame type place your thumb and index finger around your wrist. If your finger overlaps the thumb, your frame is a "Small Frame". If they touch, your frame is a "Medium Frame". If they do not touch, your frame is a "Large Frame". http://www.changingshape.com/resources/references/idealbodyweight.asp This link tells how to do it by actually measuring your elbow and wrist, which is more accurate. http://www.am-i-fat.com/body_frame_size.html Here is a link in which a nutritionist gives good advice on how to gain weight when you're too thin: http://www.ivillage.com/food/experts/nutrition/qas/0,,242253_1750,00.html
moimeme Posted June 16, 2004 Posted June 16, 2004 I once heard the 'rule' for women is 100 lbs for 5 ft of height, and then 5 lbs for every inch after that.
Author simplybrill Posted June 16, 2004 Author Posted June 16, 2004 Thanks a lot you guys!!! All the info and posts were very helpful
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