How tall are you and how much do you weigh?

  • Thread starter Thread starter gravenewworld
  • Start date Start date
Click For Summary
SUMMARY

This forum discussion centers around users sharing their heights and weights, with various humorous and anecdotal exchanges. Participants provide measurements in both imperial and metric units, highlighting the differences in personal experiences related to body size. Notably, the conversation touches on the BMI scale's limitations for individuals at extreme heights and weights, as well as the social perceptions surrounding body image. The discussion also includes playful banter about the challenges of communication and understanding complex topics.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of height and weight measurement systems (imperial and metric)
  • Basic knowledge of Body Mass Index (BMI) and its implications
  • Familiarity with social dynamics related to body image and perception
  • Awareness of the humorous context in online discussions
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the limitations of BMI for individuals with atypical body sizes
  • Explore the cultural differences in body image perception across various countries
  • Learn about the history and evolution of measurement systems, including the metric system
  • Investigate the psychological effects of body image on social interactions
USEFUL FOR

This discussion is beneficial for individuals interested in body image issues, social psychology, and the nuances of measurement systems. It is particularly relevant for health professionals, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone engaged in discussions about personal health and societal perceptions of body size.

  • #91
B. Elliott said:
At least your not almost 30 with people thinking you're 19 lol.

Many people think I look 16. Two years ago, most people thought I looked 17. One year ago, some 12 year olds thought I was 12.

Only one person, a woman from a Target Store over estimated - she thought I was 22, when I was 21.

I am 21 right now.
 
Physics news on Phys.org
  • #92
is 5'11'' considered short? by "american" standards
 
  • #93
Oerg said:
is 5'11'' considered short? by "american" standards
No. For a male, you are considered "short" if you are below 5'7". "Normal" would probably be 5'8"-5'11". "Tall" would be above 6'0".

For women, being above 5'7" is tall, and below 5'3" is short.
 
  • #94
Oerg said:
is 5'11'' considered short? by "american" standards

No.

I must have four characters in order to post a message.
 
  • #95
scarecrow said:
For a male, you are considered "short" if you are below 5'7".
Actually, 5'6" is considered the perfect height. Not only in America, but in the wider universe.
 
  • #96
jimmysnyder said:
Actually, 5'6" is considered the perfect height. Not only in America, but in the wider universe.

6'2" is considered the ideal height for men in America.
 
  • #97
jimmysnyder said:
Actually, 5'6" is considered the perfect height. Not only in America, but in the wider universe.
Except in the Netherlands where an average male is 6'1" and average female is 5'6" :-p
 
  • #98
Monique said:
Except in the Netherlands where an average male is 6'1" and average female is 5'6" :-p

I'd be about the shortest guy in the Netherlands.
 
  • #99
Monique said:
Except in the Netherlands where an average male is 6'1" and average female is 5'6" :-p
Ah, the Netherlands, land of perfect women. And yet the men look down on them.
 
  • #100
jimmysnyder said:
Ah, the Netherlands, land of perfect women. And yet the men look down on them.

Why are Dutch women perfect?
 
  • #101
stickythighs said:
Why are Dutch women perfect?
I asked my wife this question. Now 5'5" is the perfect height in America.
 
  • #102
frogman said:
We seem to be of abnormal size in here.

Relax guys...6'3" and 300 (winter weight)...usually drop to 265-275 over the summer.
 
  • #103
5'2 and about 115 lbs, I believe.

Yeah, I'm short...
 
  • #104
5'11'' and 132lbs. I am considered tall and underweight in my part of the world.
 
  • #105
6' 2" and 200 pounds
 
  • #106
5'3'' and 125 pounds. My age is 15.

Perhaps I should work out more instead of going on PF and the like.
 
  • #107
I am 6'3" and I weigh 170. I am a rower
 
  • #108
5' 4" or 5 or 6" depending on the day, thereabouts 100.
 
  • #109
Anyone want to chart these stats? Plot the weight vs height? Might look cool? It would take some time, totally useless, perfect procrastination, ... anyone?

Me: 6 feet plus half an inch. I so desperately want to say " six-one!" but , alas.
And 180 lbs.
 
  • #110
Six foot and a variable 180lbs with most of the latter around my gorgeous big wobbly curry belly.
 
  • #111
6'2'' 80kg
 
  • #112
5"!0 and a bit 180lbs
 
  • #113
10 inches and about a kilo maybe
 

Similar threads

New to the forum and with my hay bale loader (large bales)
  • · Replies 9 ·
Replies
9
Views
3K
Graduate How do you convert the Pound–Rebka redshift into time variation?
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
800
How Much Do We Really Know About the Universe?
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K
Force pressure variance after hole is plugged?
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
1K
Square steel tubing for a beam....did I do this right?
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
5K
Trying to figure out the size of a base to make
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
How did you character-build your V? (Cyberpunk 2077)
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
How Much Would You Weigh on Neptune?
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
4K
  • Poll Poll
News How Much Do You Disagree With U.S. Elected Officials and Their Policies?
  • · Replies 12 ·
Replies
12
Views
4K
How much torque do I need to move a 50lb object?
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
3K