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I'm an 18 y/o male. i weight 138 pounds and i'm 5 ft. 3 in. is this an ideal weight for me?

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Yes: This is a good weight for you. Your bmi is 24.4. Less than 25 is considered normal weight.

Answered 12/5/2012

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