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16.6 BMI

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toby65057
toby65057

Hi.

I'm 18, 6ft 2 and 9 stone 4 pounds. Giving me a BMI of 16.6.

My weight is a huge problem for me. Mainly for my confidence but I find it gives me other problems like feeling constantly fatigued.

I don't know if my weight is a direct effect of a health problem. I have serious problems with eating much in a day. I could easily go a day without eating anything and feel no different.

I would like to gain 3 stone in just fat. I want to know what is the fastest way for me to do this and how long will it take.

I don't think people realise how much my weight effects me physiologically and how much it would change me to just put on some weight.

Many thanks

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  • jenny19687
    jenny19687 toby65057

    Posted

    From what you say you are not eating enough. Thus can result in nutritional deficiencies and may be the reason you are tired. It might be worth a trip to a nutritionalist who can help you with your diet. 
  • Marina_Dee
    Marina_Dee toby65057

    Posted

    Toby...do you exercise much?   If not,then this could be the start of getting your appetite going.   You dont have to join a gym....jogging,power walking ,cycling are all good exercise,to whet your appetite. Start slowly with a power walk then build up.   If you are in UK,do go see your doctor who may refer you to a dietician.

     If you decide to take up an exercise regime,make sure you drink plenty.        Dont wish for fat....that is not a good weight gain...a little fat is essential but it sounds as though you need to build up a bit of muscle.

    Its possible that you had a growth spurt to make you 6ft 2in and your body mass will catch up later. That could make you feel listless,but try to get some exercise.

     

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