Im really skinny and i want to gain weight..

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Im 15 yrs old, i weigh about 108 pounds and im about 5'2". I feel that im really skinny, even though i've taken a bmi thing and it says im normal about 19.8, but i see myself too skinny. I think its just mostly my wrists that make myself look skinny because my wrists are super skinny(about 2 inches but not around), but i also see my waist skinny too. I do work out every week but just doing pushups and crunches, since im sorta afraid that if i lift weights it will stunt my growth. I just need someone to tell me what to eat more of. Please don't just tell me "more carbs" i want to know what food specifically.

And is it ok for me to take protein drinks or pills?

You won't stunt your growth unless you lift weight your muscles can't handle which then puts stress on bones. My idea is to gain weight by completely pigging out. Use healthy foods however, like bread, meat, and eggs, stuff like that. Set a goal for 145 pounds of solid muscle considering your height. As for the muscle part. Once you have reached 130. Begin working out. Hit a local gym and talk to a trainer. Get a routine from him and start. 2 to 3 hours a day 5 to 7 days a week. For 6 months.

I did some looking up recently about weightlifting stunting growth for another poster, and it seems that it's not a problem if the weights aren't too heavy (if you can't lift them five times in succession they are too heavy).I don't like the idea of simply trying to put on weight. If you get into diets that put on fat, as your metabolism slows down with age you will find it hard to get out of the habit, and you'll get more and more overweight. Putting on muscle is different, and habits of working out are good ones to get into.But nothing you do will make a big difference to your wrists. If you have narrow wrists you have narrow wrists. Trust the BMI.

Is there atleast something i can do so my bone mass can increase?

Surround it in muscle so it looks bigger than it actually is.

Originally Posted By: kmrobins

Surround it in muscle so it looks bigger than it actually is.

Can i get muscle around my wrists? I've noticed my veins getting thicker but no muscle.

Do you have a fast metabolism?
I'm 15 years old, and i weigh 88 or 90 pounds and i'm 5'3.
I try everything to gain weight, but that's just how i am.
I have really skinny wrists too.
I don't know how to help you.
I thought I'd just tell you I'm pretty much the same.

Your 15, dont worry about it seriously. Taking protein shakes can be hard on the kidneys, so try not to take that route. My suggestion is to work on core muscle.

eh501-I am 22 and I weigh 94lbs. I am 5'7" and I have not gained weight for years. I have done everything every doctor has told me and still does not work.
BUT....what can help you that has worked for me in the past is...eat every 2 hours. it rice, breads, pastas, steak, chicken, eggs, and peanut butter.
You can have other stuff, but this stuff is harder for your body to break down so it takes longer and the more you eat in one day and continue to eat these types of meals will help you to gain weight.
I have done protein shakes but I get sick off of them,so I can't. but they do work. I personally would drink a shake and eat a meal at the same time so that you get more in one sitting.

If you have any questions I am here to answer.

Im 17 im about 5'3 or 5'4 and range in weight from 110-125. Your weight seems perfectly normal. When i entered highschool i was about 85lbs and didnt hit 105 til end of freshman/beggining of my sophmore year. If you want to gain weight id suggest muscle, im planning on bulking to 145 in the next year (if possible).

If you have a fast metabolism then that may be it. I can pig out on junk food for a month and gain like... 1/8 of an ounce in that month. But pigging out isn't the best idea, I would suggest healthy foods, protein, etc.

I guess the grass is always greener (I'm 5'10 210lbs) but I'd be MORE than willing to trade weight with you, lol. Hell, I'd even gladly be your age!