So im 12 years old, 13 in 2 months and im only 146cm and weigh about 36kg. My mum is shortish and my dad is medium. My sister is nearly 16 and only about 1-3 inches taller than me. I really want to grow because most of my friends are much taller than me and some a little bit taller. I heard that long distance lengthens your leg muscles, isnt that why there all so tall, or is it just a myth? Im more of a sprinter and i heard it shortens your muscles, is that also a myth? ?%-):-|
Hi Mizz,
Your bones are going to grow to a length determine by your DNA. Your muscles will grow to match what your bodies needs are. Depending upon what muscles you use they will get stronger and develop more.
You can't make yourself taller. Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly and you'll grow as tall as you are destined to.
Hope it helps.