https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Wed, 13 May 2026 15:42:43 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-31842 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 23:57:46 +0000 lilteacherbee 31842@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My weight fluctuates between 5 pounds and has since high school (I'm now 22). My in-laws have a wii-fit and one day I'll be "healthy" and the next I could be "overweight." I'm really short (5'0), but I have boobs and a butt. If I didn't I'm afraid I'd look incredibly young (People already think I'm still in high school). I go to the gym and eat healthy but I'm not really thin. I think I'd have to weigh about 110 pounds to have a BMI of 21. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-31752 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 21:34:38 +0000 Rosie Girl 31752@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am the high end of normal (pre-pregnancy). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-31663 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 20:06:38 +0000 anonysquire 31663@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ya, mine was obese. I mean I know I am overweight but I dont look oese! I hate those things. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-31580 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 17:12:45 +0000 Ree723 31580@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Although I do think the BMI calculator is flawed and should be used with caution, I also think it is ok to use it as a general guideline for healthy weight. Of course it's not going to be accurate for every person as there are a lot of factors that need to be taken into consideration, but for an overall general idea of healthy weight, I think it's ok.</p> <p>That being said, I think my BMI is spot on at 20.8 - I don't look underweight but also know I don't really need to lose any weight. On the other hand, my very tall husband has a BMI that is bordering on overweight (24.4), which we don't really worry about as he's a runner/cyclist and has a long, lean body type that is heavy on muscle and very low on fat. </p> <p>Like I said, I think it should be used with caution but is ok for a general guideline. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-31463 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:58:13 +0000 erinpye 31463@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am in the normal range, when I use my pre preg. and current preg. weight (but I've only gained 12 lbs. so far). I did hubby's and he got all upset because he's on the high end of normal. What's funny is he's tall and thin, and in no way overweight, but I think PPs are right, it doesn't account for muscle weight, and an online calculator isn't going to be the most accurate test. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-31448 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:09:42 +0000 mrsjyw 31448@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>BMI calculators are WACK! You can get certain tests done at the Dr's to measure fat to muscle mass that is more pertinent to your overall health. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-31329 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 15:39:35 +0000 ladyfingers 31329@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yeah, according to the BMI calculator I've been overweight since college. :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30971 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 21:19:23 +0000 Mrs. D 30971@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have no intention of ever being the weight those calculators say I should be, bu I am well aware of the fact that I could use to lose more than a few. After baby comes I'll try to keep up the better eating habits and see what happens. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30837 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 19:55:49 +0000 Kemma 30837@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My BMI is around 27.5 but although I'm a wee bit overweight (prob 5kg's) I would need to lose 10kg's to be in the healthy range.</p> <p>Interestingly enough one of my best friends wears the same size clothes as me but is 10-15kg's heavier and only 5cm;'s taller, so yeah, BMI can be a crock of sh*t. We're both pretty healthy and active so I don't take too much stock in the number.</p> <p>Something to remember about the BMI is that it was originally developed as a means of measuring populations as opposed to inidividuals (<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Body_mass_index" rel="nofollow">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Body_mass_index</a>) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30776 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:13:34 +0000 cupcakemama 30776@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Bmi isn't the most accurate but it is usually a good indicator. The people that it is complete bs for are pro/serious sportsman who have a whole lotta muscle and thus are 'obese' on the bmi but actually superfit. Most women can't put on that much muscle or train enough, we don't have the testosterone. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30763 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:36:49 +0000 MH.Abroad 30763@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Seems alright to me, but I'm light-boned, small frame. It put me on the low end of normal. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30762 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:35:54 +0000 carrieknitscake 30762@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@HabesBabe: Nothing's better than my favorite Spicy Chicken sandwich! They have fresh lemonade there too. It's been my low/no caffeine go to! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30760 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:29:13 +0000 HabesBabe 30760@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@carrieknitscake: LOL. Wendy's post-blood test is a great reward! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30753 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:25:23 +0000 carrieknitscake 30753@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@cyndistar3: Dressing for your body is so key to looking good in general. The right clothes can hide the bad stuff if need be. </p> <p>My husband and I got cholesterol and blood pressure checks last February. Mine were in a really good range, no problems. What's funny about the blood tests are that right next door is a Wendy's. I love, love Wendy's like nobody's business. Both of us went to Wendy's after our appointments! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30732 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:40:15 +0000 cyndistar3 30732@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@carrieknitscake: Wow! Thats crazy... I myself know that I look a bit overweight but I know how to dress for my weight and I definitely wouldnt say I look obese. Plus my blood pressure is always perfect! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30703 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:14:39 +0000 mole 30703@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree with Mr. Bee. It reminds me that I have some weight to lose! I am currently on the high side of the normal range, but I know that I am carrying around some extra weight that I would like to lose. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30673 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:57:51 +0000 carrieknitscake 30673@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@cyndistar3: With my height and weight, I'm considered obese at a size 14. Everyone who I mention that I need to work out looks at me like I have two heads. Everyone says that I look fine for my size and weight. I know that I have some trouble spots, but by all appearances, I look normal. My blood pressure is always good because despite the extra weight, I eat oatmeal almost everyday. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30663 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:54:17 +0000 HabesBabe 30663@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm pretty sure my BMI states that I am one donut away from death... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30636 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:45:02 +0000 Mrsbells 30636@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>different online BMI calculators give different results. Only a specialist can computer yuor unique combination of height, weight and body frame to tell you the best weight you should be at.<br /> The online BMI calculator has always told me I'm underweight but my doctors have always said I was fine. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30630 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:41:38 +0000 heffalump 30630@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I refuse to calculate it right now. I don't need a BMI to tell me I need to lose weight. And if I was happy with my weight, I don't want the BMI to change my mind. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30598 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:26:26 +0000 Andrea 30598@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>my scale has a BMI calculator so i get a friendly reminder every time. i think it is BS! no doctor has ever told me to lose weight. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30597 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:26:20 +0000 cyndistar3 30597@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would have to lose 60+ lbs to be at a healthy weight.... While sure I could totally lose some weight if I lost 60 I would look sick! I have a pretty large frame, my whole family does. I don't understand how a size 16=obese </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30586 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:22:22 +0000 Mrs. Sunglasses 30586@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mekarual: I feel you. I was never skinny. period. but i never considered myself to be obese. I want to lose 30 lbs to go back to my highschool weight. i will do it after bebe 2! mark my words. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30563 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:09:53 +0000 Crisark 30563@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would have to weigh 100lbs less than I do know to be "healthy" according to that scale.<br /> I look over weight but not anywhere near deathly obese which is where that scale has me listed. I'm a size 18/20---not giant by any means.<br /> I don't take too much to heart with those.<br /> I feel my best at about 185lbs as odd as that may sound but that's still listed as 60lbs over healthy. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30540 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:57:50 +0000 mekarual 30540@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@blushink: exactly! I'm "big boned" myself, and would have to weigh 60 pounds less than I currently do to be in the "normal" range. I know that I do need to lose a bit of weight (just had my baby 3 months ago, though), but 60 pounds is a little crazy! I haven't been that skinny since high school. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30538 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:55:12 +0000 Mrs.VW 30538@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>For now, I'll use it as motivation to lose some weight.... after the holidays of course :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30533 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:51:05 +0000 prettylizy 30533@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree, not taking that too seriously, BMI calculations should also consider age and gender, not just height and weight </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30523 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:40:44 +0000 Mrs.VW 30523@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Oh I definitely know that I could lose a few pounds, and will after the holidays but to have to lose 20 just to get to the top of the BMI for my height is really extreme. I'd look like a 13 year old boy if I did that!! :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30521 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:39:51 +0000 Mrs. Pickle 30521@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wouldn't worry about it. The BMI scale puts me at underweight and I am not. My doctor has never expressed concern about me being too thin. Though I could stand to gain some weight in the form of muscle. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/shocked-by-my-bmi#post-30514 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:34:58 +0000 chopsuey 30514@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree. Those online BMI checkers aren't accurate. </p>