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What Is The Ideal Weight Of A 8 Year Old?

I have a 8 year old boy that is 77 pounds last year he weighted 56 pounds from july to now he gained additional 7 pounds. he has a twin brother that is not gaining like that he is active plays football is there something i should be doing to help him not gain the weight
Mon, 1 Dec 2014
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Hello. I just read through your question. Weight is related to height. In this age group we expect an increase in height to be accompanied by an increase in weight. In any case, a balanced diet and age appropriate exercise are always the most things in any age group.
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What Is The Ideal Weight Of A 8 Year Old?

Hello. I just read through your question. Weight is related to height. In this age group we expect an increase in height to be accompanied by an increase in weight. In any case, a balanced diet and age appropriate exercise are always the most things in any age group.