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To ask about men 5ft 7 and 9 stone?

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Jumell · 17/12/2024 10:01

I’m getting back with my ex - and he mentioned last night he was 9 stone - he’s 5ft 7

i always thought he’s got a gorgeous lean physique but still think this sounds skinny for a man

but he looks fabulous I think 🙌

Any thoughts on these stats ?

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eastcoasterly · 17/12/2024 10:31

This a weird thread tbh. Why are you asking? What does it matter and why on Earth did he randomly tell you his weight anyway? I know my husband's height and weight but only because of filling out things like mortgage life insurance forms etc. Couldn't tell you what any of my exes weighed cos no reason to know Hmm

RestYeMerryGentlewomen · 17/12/2024 10:29

The real question is why was he an ex and is the reason now rectified?

BobbyBiscuits · 17/12/2024 10:29

@Jumell fair play. I wish you well..still not sure why you posted about his weight though?

mindutopia · 17/12/2024 10:23

I think he sounds like he’d blow away in a strong wind. He definitely sounds underweight to me, but to each his own, I guess.

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Jumell · 17/12/2024 10:22

Nouns ** not adjectives!

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Jumell · 17/12/2024 10:21

lionloaf · 17/12/2024 10:17

Why is it bothering you, OP? I’m significantly heavier than my partner but you wouldn’t know by looking at us. I think a lot of men are just lighter. They’ve no tits or arse weighing them down 😂

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True unless he were to use those adjectives to describe me 🤣

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lionloaf · 17/12/2024 10:17

Jumell · 17/12/2024 10:15

I bet he probably is 🤣

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Why is it bothering you, OP? I’m significantly heavier than my partner but you wouldn’t know by looking at us. I think a lot of men are just lighter. They’ve no tits or arse weighing them down 😂

Slothlydoesit · 17/12/2024 10:17

I mean… it’s short and skinny for a man, but you said you liked his physique so what’s the point of asking? Surely it makes no difference knowing the stats.

I’d much prefer 6ft and 12 stone but luckily everyone’s tastes are different.

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Jumell · 17/12/2024 10:17

Justme2023123 · 17/12/2024 10:13

I would say his age would make a difference too. If he's early 20s then it would probably suit him better than if he's older.
My other half is 5ft 7 and 41, he'd look like an absolute twig if he weighed 9st.

He’s 54

love it - Gen X!

we both can bond over the fact we enjoyed free primary school break time milk together 🤣

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Jumell · 17/12/2024 10:15

lionloaf · 17/12/2024 10:13

Let’s hope he’s not starting a similar thread about your weight!

I bet he probably is 🤣

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Jumell · 17/12/2024 10:14

BobbyBiscuits · 17/12/2024 10:11

If you're that height then 9 stone would look reasonable on either sex.
I'm around 5'6 so prefer taller men, usually pretty lanky and skinny. Is my preferred type.
You say he's your ex, what's changed that you think it will work this time? And why do you care what he weighs if you say you find him attractive?

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were still in touch and since summer I’ve found I’ve gradually got the hots for him

  • we’re both a bit older and more mellow now !

also no his weight in scales absolutely doesn’t matter

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Ponoka7 · 17/12/2024 10:14

He's featherweight in boxing terms. There's boxers at that weight and height and even lighter. You'd have to be around him and see what he eats and how he trains to judge.

lionloaf · 17/12/2024 10:13

Let’s hope he’s not starting a similar thread about your weight!

Justme2023123 · 17/12/2024 10:13

I would say his age would make a difference too. If he's early 20s then it would probably suit him better than if he's older.
My other half is 5ft 7 and 41, he'd look like an absolute twig if he weighed 9st.

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Jumell · 17/12/2024 10:13

Mischance · 17/12/2024 10:11

My late DH was 5 foot 8 inches and weighed 8 stone - now THAT is skinny! I liked it!!

It is skinny .. but as you say that body type is attractive to many !

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Mischance · 17/12/2024 10:11

My late DH was 5 foot 8 inches and weighed 8 stone - now THAT is skinny! I liked it!!

BobbyBiscuits · 17/12/2024 10:11

If you're that height then 9 stone would look reasonable on either sex.
I'm around 5'6 so prefer taller men, usually pretty lanky and skinny. Is my preferred type.
You say he's your ex, what's changed that you think it will work this time? And why do you care what he weighs if you say you find him attractive?

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Jumell · 17/12/2024 10:10

FuckThePoPo · 17/12/2024 10:09

Does he look like a featherweight or a heroin addict? These would be my deciding factors

yes good point to be fair more featherweight - he looks toned

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FuckThePoPo · 17/12/2024 10:09

Does he look like a featherweight or a heroin addict? These would be my deciding factors

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Jumell · 17/12/2024 10:08

HPandthelastwish · 17/12/2024 10:07

Well you'll be able to fatten him up with Greggs, and be safe in the knowledge he won't add to your tiny £30 a month food bill.

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I admit this is one of those moments when I literally DID lol at reading this post

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MakingPlans2025 · 17/12/2024 10:08

MudpiesinEssex · 17/12/2024 10:05

Do it in kilograms. It might sound fatter.

😂😂😂

tilypu · 17/12/2024 10:08

Jumell · 17/12/2024 10:06

Just if people like me think it sounds thin or if people think it actually sounds perfectly reasonable

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But why? I understand what you are asking. I don't understand why you are asking it.

You find him attractive at the weight he is - why would what people think of that height/weight in theory, not knowing what it actually looks like, matter?

HPandthelastwish · 17/12/2024 10:07

Well you'll be able to fatten him up with Greggs, and be safe in the knowledge he won't add to your tiny £30 a month food bill.

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Jumell · 17/12/2024 10:02

Do you think like me it sounds thin for a man

or not particularly

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Without seeing him impossible to say.

i’d be more concerned if I thought I saw signs that it was intentional- if he eats and exercises normally then it’s how he is. If he’s restricting food or otherwise focussed on being thin I’d run a mile. I’ve had an ED and do not need to be around anyone else with diet/food issues.

OneTC · 17/12/2024 10:07

It's quite small but he's pretty light even for that height. It's not "too" anything.