What is an ideal weight for being 5'6"?

Question

Well, I'm 5'6" and weigh 145. I don't feel fat, but i don't feel that slim either. I don't mind being at this weight, because i feel fine and i don't mind having curves and being the way i am, but what is the average weight for my height?

Answer 1

Well, this is a rule of thumb, but it doesn't take into account age, lean muscle mass, s*x, etc.  For every inch over five feet, multiply by 5 and add to 100.  So with you, it would be 6 times 5=30+100=130.  I personally think 130 is kind of low for your height, but anyway, it's just a guideline...

Answer 2

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Answer 3

That's healthy for your height. It really depends on your frame size. A small framed person can carry less weight, and a larger framed person can carry more weight.

If you feel good then you're fine!

Answer 4

Depends on how much muslce / body fat % / build. You could be 5'6 weigh 150lbs but be 13% body fat (which is really good). Basically don't determain what you should weigh by pounds, but rather your body fat.

Answer 5

If you're big boned or muscular, you're fine.

Answer 6

That's a perfect weight for your height :)