Question by Lady: Is it alright for me to want to lose weight?
I’m 16, approximately 5’4 1/2″, and weight about 113-117 pounds (it varies). I wear mainly women’s clothes (as opposed to juniors), so, as far as I know, I fit in sizes 2 and 4. My body shape is rather odd; I have a longer torso and shorter legs. My bra size is 34A.
I know that I’m not fat. In fact, I know that I’m far from it. I’m just not comfortable. “Squishy” is the only word I can really come up with that properly describes my body. Small, but squishy. I feel very top-heavy sometimes; my bra size isn’t even that large, but I feel bulbous around the chest and stomach area. My legs, I feel, are too curvy; it’d be alright if I were taller and they were longer, but, alas, I’m not.
I’d love for my legs to be very thin, and for my chest size to shrink a bit (I think 32A or 32AA would be nice…), and my stomach flatten out. I’m aware that the first and last goals can be obtained through exercise. But that’s only a solution to some of my problems; the only solution to all of my problems is to lose weight.
As far as my diet goes, I’m very healthy. I’m a vegetarian, I love organic food, and I don’t eat too much junk-food. But, clearly, I’m not as healthy as I could be. I never exercise and my eating habits can occasionally get rather excessive; considering how little food I really require, and how rarely I’m very hungry, I technically overeat often. I feel that if I can cut out junk-food completely (or consume it with more moderation), eat only when I’m hungry, and do yoga/sit-ups/squats more often, I can achieve my goals.
Thoughts on this? Is it wrong? I just feel like, what with my “squishiness” and lack of exercise or proper/consistent diet, I’m meant to naturally be much smaller than I am now. I’m not trying to adhere to society’s stereotypes, I’m simply trying to be comfortable in my own body.
Best answer:
Answer by shane kepley
You are still young, and far from what anyone would consider at risk. I would work hard on getting into better physical shape and working out a bit more. However its important to leave the scale at the door. Weight loss shouldn’t be your goal. You are already quite slim. The goal should be overall health and fitness level. it does wonders for your body, self image, and mind.
Also when considering all the things you find wrong with yourself, remember that millions of women would kill to have your measurements. Don’t beat yourself up too bad.
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