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I'm 17 years old. i am 5'7" and i weigh about 125 to 130. im a little flabby like in the love-handle part of my body, my arms, and my thighs. i was wondering how much weight i should lose and whats the best way to make my flabby areas tight. thanks for your help.
Dear Courtney, You are at a normal weight for your height, so don't lose weight just exercise. Side crunches and weight lifting along with a daily walk of at least 30 minutes will firm the whole body, just give it a few weeks. Dieting will not tone the body, weight lifting will. Hope that helps, Laura Kraemer,Slimkids.com
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Expertise
Please, no anorexia, weight gain, or adult weight loss or health questions, only questions pertaining to children and teenager weight loss issues. Developed the Slimkids.com Healthy Weight Control Program. Uses only approved methods for weight control and can help puzzled parents, children and teens with their weight loss issues.
Experience
Laura Kraemer RN,BSN,CPN has 28 years experience in the health services. Her background in nutrition, pediatric nursing, child development, and child health education combined with a commitment to promoting healthy living, has led to the development of the Slimkids Healthy Weight Control Program for kids and teens found at Slimkids.com.
Education/Credentials
Certified pediatric registered nurse, BSN in Nursing from SUNY Brockport, NY.
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