Am I at a healthy weight for a dancer?!


Question: Am I at a healthy weight for a dancer!?
I'm 14 years old, 5 feet tall, and weigh 98 pounds!. I am a serious ballet/jazz dancer!. If I were to pursue a career in dance would I be considered over weight for a dancer of my height!? Under weight!? Normal!? Preferably answers from dancers!.Www@Answer-Health@Com


Answers:
Your weight is fine!

Lean muscle (the type you build as a dancer), weighs more than fat!.

This means as a serious dancer, you are always going to be heavier than you look!Www@Answer-Health@Com

Your BMI is 19!.14

If your BMI is between 18!.5 and 24!.9 you're an ideal weight for your height!. To maintain this, make sure you eat a healthy, well-balanced diet and keep active with regular exercise!. This will lower your chances of developing heart disease, diabetes and other health problems!.

Even if your weight is ideal, you need to keep an eye on your waist size!. People who are 'apple-shaped' rather than 'pear-shaped' are more at risk from health problems!.
Top tip

Try to get at least 30 minutes of exercise every day!. To improve your health further, stop smoking, cut down on salt and high-fat foods, and limit your alcohol intake!.Www@Answer-Health@Com





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