So...I am 43, and my BMI is a bit high (25.9) through v gradual gain over time (I haven't weighed myself at all until recently), and I am trying to make small lifestyle changes to get it down over time. But I don't know what to aim for, post two kids and knocking on in age. Can any health experts help here?
I am a muscular build and lot quite a lot of exercise (weights, HIIT, running). I use a Boditrax machine at the gym, which claims that I have a high lean body mass and body fat of 25-26%. It stays fairly constant but may be inaccurate (years ago though, I was in a clinical trial where they used one of those BodPod things, and at a BMI of 23, my body fat was apparently 18/19 so I reckon I am genuinely on the muscular/stocky side).
My waist circumference is 29.5/30 inches. When I was slimmer it was 28 inches (never low). My lowest adult BMI (20s/early 30s) was 22/23 I think.
My LDL cholesterol was always slightly high, even when ultra slim, so
I can't afford to carry extra blubber. I ought to get it remeasured! My blood pressure is fine though.
What BMI would you aim for in health terms? Is it a bit deluded trying to force my post-kids body back to my former leaner state? I like food and want something realistic. This isn't about appearance for me, though I'm more in the size 12 than 10 side of my wardrobe and wouldn't mind looking a bit slimmer!
Thanks for your thoughts
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crazyhead · 01/10/2019 10:53
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