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Knowing your ideal weight is important. Studies show that
people who remain near their
ideal weight live longer, healthier lives. Find out how close or
far you are from your ideal weight.
The bathroom scale tells the story of our eating and exercise
habits. It can also, for better or worse, predict our health. Read and understand the
table below. Then evaluate whether you are normal, overweight, or obese.
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Ideal Weight Table |
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| Men |
- Measure your height in inches. Subtract 60
from this figure.
- Take the value above times 6.
- Add 100 to this value. This is your ideal
weight in pounds.
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| Women |
- Measure your height in inches. Subtract 60
from this figure.
- Take the value above times 5.
- Add 106 to this value. This is your ideal weight
in pounds.
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| Are you large or small boned? |
For large boned, take your ideal weight
times 1.05.
For small boned, take your ideal weight times .95.
Don't know if large or small boned? Then see
Ideal Weight page. |
Are you normal, overweight, or obese?
Normal: Multiply your
ideal weight times 1.09. If you now weigh less than this
number, you are normal. You're safe! Regular exercise and a healthy diet will boost your
energy and endurance while keeping your weight stable.
Overweight: Multiple your
ideal weight times 1.20.
If your present weight is below this number but above normal weight, you are classified as
overweight. Your weight may be affecting your health and self-image. Take action now.
Make eating an optimal diet and daily exercise a priority.
Obese: If your present weight is more than 1.20 times
your ideal weight, you are classified as obese. You are in danger and need immediate action.
Do not let anything stand between you and daily exercise. Learn to cook healthy meals and put
the principles from this web site into practice. Change your lifestyle now! You can feel
years younger and enjoy a healthier, longer life.
Need support?
A support network can keep you going when you feel like giving up.
Find others interested in losing weight. Working together will help make reaching your goals
easier, faster, and more enjoyable.
Our courses and materials are designed to provide support.
Contact
CHIP to learn more.
"Be Healthy by Choice, Not by Chance!". |
