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Teenager With Low Body Weight. Can I Try Protein Shake?
Im 16 years old recently turned about a month ago and im really skinny i weight about 107 pounds last time i checked about 2-3 months ago and im some what concern because im skinny but i can do a lot of push ups and work outs like that not much weights though. I about 5'7 or 5'8 tall and im concern i might have a problem with my body i was recntly gonna try to drink protein shake and workout like carzy cause my brother was very skinny like me now he build up alot of muscle but drinking protein shake and eating alot. so i need help on what to do thank you for your time i need help
Mon, 6 May 2013
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Welcome to HCM
I understand your concern.
Mind you, we are we as the nature produced us.
Inducing unnatural change in self can cause harm.
Your body structure may not be as macho, but your stamina and health are really macho.
Try to be satisfied with what you have.
According to a study, skinny people are more resistive to life style diseases.
Protein shakes are good for gaining weight, not muscles.
Wish you good future.
Welcome to HCM
I understand your concern.
Mind you, we are we as the nature produced us.
Inducing unnatural change in self can cause harm.
Your body structure may not be as macho, but your stamina and health are really macho.
Try to be satisfied with what you have.
According to a study, skinny people are more resistive to life style diseases.
Protein shakes are good for gaining weight, not muscles.
Wish you good future.
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