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A member asked:
Does really weight lifting help my body to grow taller make me taller or does it stunt growth and stop me from growing taller ???! i am 17yrs male
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Weight lifting: No, proper weight lifting should not make you taller or stunt your growth. Just don't go overboard with weight lifting.
Answered 12/3/2014
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