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Hello, i'm 16 years old either 5'4 or 5'5 weigh 186. i want to gain muscle but also lose some weight. what should i do for the fastest results?thanks!

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Dr. Spencer Long answered

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Diet and exercise: Hi Nick, Cut way down on sugar and simple carbohydrates and replace with fruit, vegetables and complex carbohydrates. Read the book Sugar Busters for details. Lift weights. Either buy some or join a gym. A little jogging for aerobic exercise also helps. Good luck

Answered 9/10/2016

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A member asked:

Hello, i'm 16 years old either 5'4 or 5'5 weigh 186. i want to gain muscle but also lose some weight. what should i do for the fastest results?thanks!

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