how many calories a day? - Weight Loss Message Board

emergency911 · 06-22-2006, 12:26 PM

hi. i am 15 years old. i am 5'4 and weigh about 120 pounds. i want to loose 15pounds,.. but i was wondering about how many calories a day i should be eating to loose that weight. thank you for any replies

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willo1980 · 06-22-2006, 01:12 PM

I'm 5"4 and frankly, 120 is slightly under weight. I think, at 15, I wouldn't be worried about weighing 120 lbs. Instead of trying to get rid of the weight maybe you can do some shaping exercises and weight lifting to tone the weight. You are at a very healthy weight and you shouldn't mess with that.

AussieTam · 06-23-2006, 06:34 AM

Hi there! When you are young and have any weight concerns, you really should consult with a physician as it's not wise to decide, without a full assessment, how much you should be eating! Your body is still growing and need plenty of nutrients.

If the doctor says you are fine, but you still feel you want to lose a little weight, ask him/her to give you a guideline towards gentle weightloss, like how much exercise you should be doing and what calorie range to aim for.

And finally, don't put too much pressure on your self, ok? Just take it slowly and surely! I lost about 70 pounds myself so been there, done that ...

Good luck!

emergency911 · 06-23-2006, 06:25 PM

thank you!!

atyclb · 06-23-2006, 06:49 PM

At 15 years of age, 105 lbs at 5' 4" would not be advisable (especially if you have to go to extraordinary lengths to achieve it). Some people are naturally that light at that height but in most cases, 120 lbs at 5' 4" would probably be considered on the low side of healthy. What is the reasoning behind the desire to be that light?