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[Babyface1411]

I dont care about his weight....I want a new album!!!

[Inishfree]

I saw a pic of shirtless Bono on the Bono rocks my world threads and his weight does look evenly distributed.  He has a large bone size and muscular built.  Like most men with aging, he just has to be careful with gaining excess fat around the heart.

Hi MG......I am a woman and can relate.  What we may think is our "ideal weight".  May be much different than what our drs. would actually recommend for us.  When diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes, I thought for sure.  I had to lose at least ten pounds.  My dr. said no, you're weight, muscle tone, BMI, exercise level, etc, is healthy for your age.  And believe me.  I am not a skinny girl who wears a size 6.

 



 

[MarsGirl~Descends to Hell for a bottle of milk]

I wish they would abolish sizes under 10... I think even if I was 125 lbs (my ideal weight, I'm actually 150), I think I could never squeeze myself into anything below a 10. I wear 12 right now (14 in some clothes). I am big boned, too. I am about 5'6" and built like a line-backer. Haha. Broad shoulders and all that crap.

I really think Bono was TOO skinny during the Pop era. He did not look healthy (though he did look muscular). I think he looked best during TJT era. But, of course, I think he's aging well...

[Inishfree]

I wish they would abolish sizes under 10... I think even if I was 125 lbs (my ideal weight, I'm actually 150), I think I could never squeeze myself into anything below a 10. I wear 12 right now (14 in some clothes). I am big boned, too. I am about 5'6" and built like a line-backer. Haha. Broad shoulders and all that crap.

I really think Bono was TOO skinny during the Pop era. He did not look healthy (though he did look muscular). I think he looked best during TJT era. But, of course, I think he's aging well...

I think so too.  During the nineties, a little too thin.

P.S.  Most women wear sizes 12/14. 

[MarsGirl~Descends to Hell for a bottle of milk]

I wish they would abolish sizes under 10... I think even if I was 125 lbs (my ideal weight, I'm actually 150), I think I could never squeeze myself into anything below a 10. I wear 12 right now (14 in some clothes). I am big boned, too. I am about 5'6" and built like a line-backer. Haha. Broad shoulders and all that crap.

I really think Bono was TOO skinny during the Pop era. He did not look healthy (though he did look muscular). I think he looked best during TJT era. But, of course, I think he's aging well...

I think so too.  During the nineties, a little too thin.

P.S.  Most women wear sizes 12/14.

Marilyn Monroe was a healthy size 14. Why cant we go back to that standard?

[Inishfree]

Most models are very thin and barely out of their teens.  I think the Hollywood stars of yesteryear, were far more glamorous.  My mom's generation had a realistic view of the world and didn't expect anyone in their fifties to look like they did.  When, they were twenty.

In Bono's case, I'm sure he is fine at his current weight.  He does swim and jog, staying very active.  That is what is most important.

But, the yellow jeans?  Sorry Bono.  IMHO........Not a good look for men. 

Moobs.......guess what guys, life happens.   

I agree, MG.  Marilyn was a gorgous woman. 

[tigerfan41]

I think most of us are more worried than merely vain when it comes to Bono's weight. If he's healthy at his current weight and is happy with it, good for him. But looking at the size of his gut, I would say it's most likely not healthy and not good for his heart--which I seem to recall hearing about him having chest pains a year or two ago, so it's extra important to keep his heart and body in good shape. My parents are about 10-15 years older than Bono; both are overweight and have heart/other conditions related to their weight and diet. Physically, they're not in that good of shape because of the weight. I'd hate to see Bono in similar circumstances as he gets older.

That said, when you put on an extra 10-20lbs, it's HARD to get motivated to lose it. Even if you know that the extra weight is causing health issues. In my case, I'm at the very latter range of "normal" weight for my height (5'5, so roughly the same or taller than Bono) but still I've gained about 15-20lbs of fat over the past few years. It's already caused problems with my knees and back because my body feels and looks better at 130 than 150. I'm planning on dropping it within the next few months with a steady healthy diet and plenty of cardio (hello Insanity!). So I definitely understand why Bono may be struggling to drop the weight.

Perhaps Bono should give Insanity a shot. 

[The Exile]

Overall weight doesn't really matter, what does is body fat percentage. If someone's in the 25% range or higher, they're too fat, period.

[tigerfan41]

^ That, too. It really depends on how you carry the weight and the body fat percentage. Again, we don't know Bono's, but I'd assume given the gut it's not in a healthy range. Could be wrong, of course.

[maxman99]

I wish they would abolish sizes under 10... I think even if I was 125 lbs (my ideal weight, I'm actually 150), I think I could never squeeze myself into anything below a 10. I wear 12 right now (14 in some clothes). I am big boned, too. I am about 5'6" and built like a line-backer. Haha. Broad shoulders and all that crap.

I really think Bono was TOO skinny during the Pop era. He did not look healthy (though he did look muscular). I think he looked best during TJT era. But, of course, I think he's aging well...

I think so too.  During the nineties, a little too thin.

P.S.  Most women wear sizes 12/14.

Marilyn Monroe was a healthy size 14. Why cant we go back to that standard?

Ya know whats funny? People are so sensitive about weight and size that everyone criticizes everyone. You want to be accepted for being a 14, but say Bono was too thin in the 90's. It goes both ways. Ya know whats amazing? If people just eat correctly and get regular exercise, you will find your natural weight. I used to think I was "big boned". What a crock of shite that was. Once I started eating correctly and doing about 5-7 hours of exercise/week(nothing crazy) my weight is exactly where those charts always said it should be. The secret is that there is no secret. Keep eating loads of sugar,alcohol, soda, ice cream, breads, pasta, heavy cream/butter, and guess what, the world will continue to be "big boned". Its quite simple actually. Now I know that all genetic makeup is different, but I promise you that in NO ONE'S genetic makeup is anyone intended to have fat stores all over their body. Yes it takes discipline, commitment, and time, but anyone can do it. But you might just have to, gasp, work at it. Sorry if I come across strongly, but I am passionate about it. I struggled with body image my entire life. I thought you were either born with a good one or not. I learned that I can do something about it with hard work and changing my beliefs, one of which is that there was nothing I could do about it, so pass the pizza. Not anymore. Now I will step off my soapbox

[Kurukira]

Ya know whats funny? People are so sensitive about weight and size that everyone criticizes everyone. You want to be accepted for being a 14, but say Bono was too thin in the 90's. It goes both ways. Ya know whats amazing? If people just eat correctly and get regular exercise, you will find your natural weight. I used to think I was "big boned". What a crock of shite that was. Once I started eating correctly and doing about 5-7 hours of exercise/week(nothing crazy) my weight is exactly where those charts always said it should be. The secret is that there is no secret. Keep eating loads of sugar,alcohol, soda, ice cream, breads, pasta, heavy cream/butter, and guess what, the world will continue to be "big boned". Its quite simple actually. Now I know that all genetic makeup is different, but I promise you that in NO ONE'S genetic makeup is anyone intended to have fat stores all over their body. Yes it takes discipline, commitment, and time, but anyone can do it. But you might just have to, gasp, work at it. Sorry if I come across strongly, but I am passionate about it. I struggled with body image my entire life. I thought you were either born with a good one or not. I learned that I can do something about it with hard work and changing my beliefs, one of which is that there was nothing I could do about it, so pass the pizza. Not anymore. Now I will step off my soapbox

Well said, Maxman. Bono looked just about right in the 90s to me so I have no idea what the deal is there.  Since I am working on diet and exercise and have been for a year and a half, I feel really good that I don't crave sugar and pasta as much as I used to.  I'd be lying if I said I don't still have it sometimes (because the cravings don't always go away).  But I don't have it every single day like I used to.  The best decision I made as far as diet is to have the majority of my meat intake be either roasted chicken or turkey instead of fried things.  Btw, I work and take college courses so I do about 2-3 hours of exercise a week at the moment.

I never thought I could say this, but I could go on the rest of my life on roasted chicken...it's amazing.  I hope to find my ideal weight soon, and I'm pretty sure that everyone's bones are the same size (my mom believes in 'big bones' by the way.)

[Inishfree]

I wish they would abolish sizes under 10... I think even if I was 125 lbs (my ideal weight, I'm actually 150), I think I could never squeeze myself into anything below a 10. I wear 12 right now (14 in some clothes). I am big boned, too. I am about 5'6" and built like a line-backer. Haha. Broad shoulders and all that crap.

I really think Bono was TOO skinny during the Pop era. He did not look healthy (though he did look muscular). I think he looked best during TJT era. But, of course, I think he's aging well...

I think so too.  During the nineties, a little too thin.

P.S.  Most women wear sizes 12/14.

Marilyn Monroe was a healthy size 14. Why cant we go back to that standard?

Ya know whats funny? People are so sensitive about weight and size that everyone criticizes everyone. You want to be accepted for being a 14, but say Bono was too thin in the 90's. It goes both ways. Ya know whats amazing? If people just eat correctly and get regular exercise, you will find your natural weight. I used to think I was "big boned". What a crock of shite that was. Once I started eating correctly and doing about 5-7 hours of exercise/week(nothing crazy) my weight is exactly where those charts always said it should be. The secret is that there is no secret. Keep eating loads of sugar,alcohol, soda, ice cream, breads, pasta, heavy cream/butter, and guess what, the world will continue to be "big boned". Its quite simple actually. Now I know that all genetic makeup is different, but I promise you that in NO ONE'S genetic makeup is anyone intended to have fat stores all over their body. Yes it takes discipline, commitment, and time, but anyone can do it. But you might just have to, gasp, work at it. Sorry if I come across strongly, but I am passionate about it. I struggled with body image my entire life. I thought you were either born with a good one or not. I learned that I can do something about it with hard work and changing my beliefs, one of which is that there was nothing I could do about it, so pass the pizza. Not anymore. Now I will step off my soapbox

Have you ever had a Bone Density Test done?  I have and was told.  I am medium frame/bone size.  I think your mom is right on this one.  I don't know if you are a guy.  I am assuming by your user name.  That you are.

 I am not knocking anyone for living a healthy lifestyle.  I am not picking on slender folks at all.  By the way, I wear a size 10 pants and my BMI is 23.  Height 5'5", age 55.  But, even though I have always been active.  Hormonal changes and age has put on some weight.   When I was young.  I was very thin and built like a ballet dancer.  I struggled with low blood sugar and low blood pressure.  Hospitalized on several occassions for both.  So, I know some of the health risk, either way.

[MarsGirl~Descends to Hell for a bottle of milk]

I'd like to point out that I'm a cyclist who rides usually between 2,000-4,000 miles a summer! (I'm way down this summer, though, because I got engaged and bought a fixer-upper house... and that's consumed a lot of my time.... hard to get that exercise in with work and stuff.)

I also eat pretty good. I eat a lot of locally grown or organic food... love veggies and fruit... But I think my slip-up is alcohol. I love a good craft beer. I dont overdo it. I like drink one or two beers every couple of days. But I'm betting if I cut that out, I'd drop that 20lbs.

I understand nutrition.... I truly do not think my body type would ever fit into anything below a 10 even if I starved myself or took up bulemia or something.

And, yes, I agree with Inishfree about hormones.... I bet if I stopped using BC I'd lose some weight too. (But the dangers of pregnancy make the weight a trade off, I guess.)

[lorijane]

Awhile ago, I read somewhere (actually think it was The Wall Street Journal and not something like People) that many male celebrities of a certain age take testosterone supplements that help hold off signs of aging, like the tendency to gain weight. So maybe Bono does too, but not in the "off season," so his body is now remembering he's 52 and not 25. But I do agree, at any age, good nutrition and exercise are essential.   

[bachor]

I think so too.  During the nineties, a little too thin.

I must have been watching a different zoo tv sydney dvd...

bono doesn't look too bad at the moment, he always puts on a bit of weight between tours anyway and its usually gone once they're back on the road.