I'm 13, 14 at the end of December and I weigh 119lbs, bear in mind that I'm 5ft8. I have no clue whether this is underweight or a good weight.
I'm not on a diet, I wouldn't ever ever EVER starve myself or get an eating disorder because it is stupid.
I eat really healthily- REALLY healthily like no junk food, fizzy drinks, sweets, chocolate ('cept from my time of the month obv!) and I'm trying hard to top up with water regularly.
I play netball, swim and run alot so yeah I'm a bit of a health freak in comparison to some of my friends...
So do you think I'm healthy...??? Oh and a good weight??
Thank you. x
P.S My body measurements are 32, 24, 34
P.P.S I'm interested in Fashion and Modelling perhaps is an option (dont boo and hiss me model bashers!!!) but I'm not a retard and wouldnt ditch school to model...Hey, education is the future right?
Answer on Is 119 lbs underweight?
The medical profession uses height/weight charts as a guideline only. You can look those up online, if you wish, but if you are healthy and feel good, then I wouldn't worry about it. Being slender is a huge plus over being average to obese for you as you age. Your measurements are good as the ideal is having your waist be 2/3 of your hip size. Being a little smaller on top isn't an issue and preferable if you want to enter fashion modeling.
Lots of people think they know what it takes and will give you advice that is not entirely correct and in some cases, completely incorrect. I used to be a male model and still have industry contacts, so I hope you'll find this insight helpful.
First of all, there are various kinds of modeling and only runway fashion modeling requires that you be tall (most top drawer agencies want you to be at least 5'9" to have a chance - so, you're close). There are other forms of modeling - print, parts models, etc. Print modeling places no such restrictions on height, as it is more the right look they are after for layouts, print ads, etc. The camera is magic compared to an in person setting. Your age isn't an issue. The more flexible you are in what varieties of modeling you will do, the more potential for work you will have. A reputable agency will tell you what kinds of modeling they represent (most will represent them all to varying degrees) and, with guidance and advice, help you decide what seems the best choices for you and your personality, look, etc.
Internet modeling websites are, for the most part, bogus and it is rare that anything ever comes from posting on them. Disreputable agents tend to surf those websites and approach gullible people with flattery and false hopes intended mainly to lighten your wallet (talking you into modeling lessons or photos you don't need) or attempting to coax you into some kinds of modeling activities that you may not wish to become involved in with promises that will lead to nothing substantial.
If you are disfigured with tattoos, facial piercings (other than your earlobes only), etc, anywhere on your body, you will find it much harder to land good representation, if not impossible. If you haven’t gotten any of those, DON’T !!! The girl-next-door, clean, wholesome look is far more appealing.
You do not need an extensive portfolio of photos in order to find an agent and have agents decide if they want to represent you or not. A preliminary decision can be made through the mail with only a few photos for many agencies. Good snapshots will suffice to start, so don't run out and spend lots of money on professional photos prior to being accepted for representation. A phone call to an agency you would like to represent you will provide you with the information necessary for you to submit what they need to make a preliminary decision about you. Obviously, if they like what they see, they will want to see you in person to advise you, discuss your potential, and determine your availability.
As a general rule, you will have to spend some money for a professional photographer good at creating the look your agency desires for your portfolio. Most agencies will not front you the money for that photo shoot. Likewise, you should not pay an agency to represent you as they earn their money by arranging auditions for you and then taking a percentage (15% is industry standard) of what you make as a working model, so the incentive is there for them to find you work. Once accepted for representation by a reputable (key word) agency, they will guide you as to what you should have in your portfolio depending on the kinds of modeling you wish to do.
Unfortunately, there are more than a few disreputable agents who will make you promises they cannot keep and get you to spend inordinate amounts of money for modeling lessons and/or portfolio photos you do not need, so you might find yourself spinning your wheels and going nowhere. There are many pitfalls in the business, so learning them before you seek an agent is to your definite advantage. There are ways to tell which agents are reputable and which are not so much so. If you wish to know what to look for in a reputable agency, just ask me and I will be glad to enlighten you.
One of the most important lessons you will need to learn is to accept rejection and not take it personally. You will not get every job you audition for, because, while there may be nothing wrong with your look, it is just may not be the look the client is after for that particular gig. If not immediately accepted by your first choices of agencies (especially the premiere ones), there are others that can give you a good start while you build a reputation. Persistence counts, so don’t give up on your dream as long as you are realistic about your chances.
If I can give you more advice than I have already given to help you - please feel free to IM me, if you wish.
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