Is this weight healthy?

Question

Is 216 pounds overweight? I'm starting to diet and workout but I hate how I look and wanted to know if that is unhealthy, I'm 18 and 5'8

Answer

Yes. That's a BMI of 34.8 which is obese. I'm more concerned that you are only 18. What kinds of food do you eat? I'm also obese and believe that the rules of proper weight are off a bit but with obesity comes heart issues, diabeties, high blood pressure etc. I'm very happy that you are dieting but don't call it that..lol make it permanent. Call it a lifestyle change😊 Download my fitness pal and it will amaze you as to what you are putting into your body. This app helped me loose 37 pounds and I'm back at it after baby. I'm also doing other work out regimens but healthy eating is the way to start. Good luck

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Check your body fat percentage and see where it falls on the chart. That weight is not healthy but it's great that you're on your way!! If you keep sticking to it you will reach your goal and you will be so happy. Don't give up, like somebody said download myfitnesspal, that's how I lost my weight. It also helps to have an "accountabilibuddy" or someone who you can do this with. My boyfriend and I committed to becoming machines and never eating junk food(except cheat day once a month) and whenever we felt like cheating on our diet we reminded each other that were machines!!

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What is your blood pressure? Do you exercise regularly? Do you get short of breath with activity? Your BMI categorizes you as obese but if your heart and lungs are healthy and you are not pre-diabetic, it shouldn't be a problem.

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It is great that you're starting to diet and work out! You will not only look better, but you will feel better as well!

According to the body mass index chart (BMI), 216 pounds at 5'8" is classified as obese. The BMI chart does not take all factors into account, such as individuals with extreme muscle mass (on the high end of the chart) or individuals with very slender frames (on the low end of the chart). You can find the chart by googling "BMI chart". It will show you the recommended weight range for your height.

Best of luck in your journey to become more healthy!

Is this weight healthy?

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