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I am a 40 year old female with a small frame. i weigh 121 pounds. is this a good weight for me to majntain? or what is the recommended weight for my age, height and build? should i weigh less? more?

Q: i am a 40 year old female with a small frame. i weigh 121 pounds. is this a good weight for me to majntain? or what is the recommended weight for my age, height and build? should i weigh less? more?

: Body mass index is calculated based on height and weight with the normal range 20-25. There are many online calculators that can be used to assess BMI, you will have to input your height as well.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Body mass index is calculated based on height and weight with the normal range 20-25. There are many online calculators that can be used to assess BMI, you will have to input your height as well.

Answered 7/2/2021

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Visit this site for calculating your BMI: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmicalc.htm Aim to have a BMI around 21-22. Wish you good health!

Answered 7/3/2021

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A member asked:

I am a 40 year old female with a small frame. i weigh 121 pounds. is this a good weight for me to majntain? or what is the recommended weight for my age, height and build? should i weigh less? more?

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