A member asked:

I'm almost 37, small-boned,5"4 woman and 124 pounds.i've always been under120, but despite exercising and eating well,cant get there.am i good weight?

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Dr. Alvin Wells answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Weight: With the height and weight you listed, your body mass index (BMI) is normal at 21.28. If you desire, I would recommend more protein and adding a weight routine 2-3 times per week to add more muscle. Keep up the good work!!

Answered 5/6/2018

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Check it out: You can use BMI calculator or chart to get an idea. BMI Categories: Underweight = <18.5, Normal weight = 18.5–24.9, Overweight = 25–29.9 & Obesity = BMI of 30 or greater. See: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmicalc.htm

Answered 11/11/2018

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