How much should my guinea pigs weigh?

We've had our guinea pigs since they were babies. They're full grown and seem to be pretty plump. What is the ideal weight for a guinea pig?
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Adult guinea pigs weigh between 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 lbs. If your guinea pig is overweight, cut down about 10% of his food until he reaches the proper weight. In addition, you can try to exercise him more.
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