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I am 5"2, 88lbs, very skinny with a fast metabolism. i eat healthy. how can i be fit, as in strong and able to run without losing weight? thanks
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Thin: May be genetics or a thyroid/ metabolic issue to check with pcp. Otherwise, good diet, sleep, good hydration, add some weight training.
Answered 9/28/2016
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