I'm 13 years oldand I want to lose weight??what do U think??

Question

Should I

a)just take walks(in the the morning b/4 skool and after my HW is done in the afternoon,eat the three full(but mot oversized,I know) meals a day(healthy meals)play sports w/ my brothers and sisters quite often,get enough sleep, and all that kinda stuff or...

a diet?


if U think a diet is what I should do ,then what is a healthy deit plan for my age??plez help, much appreciated!!

first 3 answers I get 2-night depends on whatI do 2-marrow!!

I'm NOT obese just a little bit "fatter" than I want to be!!

my parents aren't overweight

Answer 1

nothing to do about diet. you are good enough.

Answer 2

Hi Caroline,
The best thing to do is to eat a good diet of three square meals a day. The walks will help, as will any additional exercise. Mainly to lose the weight and keep it off you want to be able to be comfortable with the process. If you are comfortable...you can make it a life habit, so make it a good habit. Staving yourself won't help because you will be hungry, and it isn't something that is healthy for you. At 13 you need vitamins and nutrients to grow strong and healthy, so eat a healthy diet, but watch portions and snacks. Fad diets are called fad diets because they go in and out of style... sometimes causing yoyo syndrome type weight loss then gain, so be careful, and eat healthy. Keeping active will keep you healthy too. Find a waling partner, so it will be easier. Good luck !

Answer 3

When I was about 11 or 12, I was in an awkward/hormonal stage... the "ugly duckling" stage as some call it... all that means is that your body is adjusting to changes that happen normally, so most teens go through this.

I was a little chunky & I was unhappy with that, so from the time I was about 11-13 years old, I started to do simple exercises with my mom & it worked! I did a bunch of crunches, side bends, and leg lifts. I also went skating every weekend with my friend, so that helped too.

You should always check with your doctor before starting any exercise program. Remember, your body is still growing so you need to be careful especially if you want to include any kind of resistance or weight training.

Here's a simple solution as well (but easier said than done)... eat lots of foods with protein & cut out the sugar and carbohydrates. Remember, high protein, low carb.

When and if you do start a new routine, give yourself some room to adjust and see results (about 6 months) & if you don't meet your goals, don't beat yourself up, just keep trying!

Hope this helps!

Answer 4

I'm overweight to and about you're age. So far, the best thing that worked for me is just watching what I eat (that means smaller - still filling - and no snacks) and working out on the treadmill every day. I "try" to go on twice a day, once after school for fifteen minutes and then again after I eat dinner and do homework for a half hour.

It's taking me a long time but it's easy and it makes me feel good to know that I'm trying. Because we're still so young, diets can have more long term effects so watching what you eat is a simple healthy way to loose weight.

Answer 5

The trouble is, you're still growing. Dieting at your age can be extremely bad for your growth and is NOT advised. ;)
If you really think you need to lose weight I suggest doing mild exercise, not full on run-the-marathon-every-day each day, and eating healthily (that means NO snacks). Don't starve yourself or get obsessed with exercise cos that can lead to anorexia. If you just try to walk or run a small distance b4 skool or whatever and eat your three meals (no McDonalds :P)
How about a nice plate of celery (did you know it takes more calories to eat it than it has in it) or alternatively a plate of raw vegetables lol

Answer 6

At this stage of your life you need to focus on developing the foundations of a healthy life. A diet is not a good idea. You're just too young. I think your first option is headed in the right direction, however, I think you're putting too much pressure on yourself there too. The keys for you getting into the kind of shape you want to be in is staying active (playing sports outside and walking occasionally are great ideas), and limiting your sugar intake. Avoid long periods of sitting around watching TV or looking around on-line, and when you're hungry go grab a piece of fruit instead of something sugary. Lastly, try not to eat two whole hours before bed. These are all good habits to form for a healthy life, and best of luck to you.

Answer 7

Are you actually overweight? Or are you just uncomfortable with you appearance? If you're actually overweight, then go to your doctor and he will tell you what kind of diet is right for you. And if you simply self concious, and FEEL fat..then get active. Excercising regularly will make you feel better about yourself. And try not to 'restrict' your diet. That can just lead to overeating. Your 13, and your body is nowhere near done. Just eat when you're hungry, and stop as soon as you feel full. Don't sit around all day..and you'll be fine.
P.S. I have no idea what you look like. You could be huge, or a rail. It doesn't matter...you need to love yourself. I'm sure there's something beautiful about you envied by tons of people. Embrace your inner beauty. Fat or thin, be proud of who you are.

Answer 8

Well you have to combine all of that with a diet of healthy eating.Don't do any weird eating raw egg diets. lol Just obvisouly cut down on the sweets and potato chips. Make sure you get all your servings of fruits & veggies. Oh and I lost a lot of weight by giving up anything to drink but water & milk. If you like sports join athletics in your school, because it's fun and all the running they make you do is way healthy.
Good luck!

Answer 9

at 13 a "diet" is a bad idea. Your plan sounds great though! Eat fruit for snacks, take your walks, eat vegetables with your meals - salad for lunch is really good and it's a filling lunch too!

Cutting back on carbs, fat, calories, etc. can get dangerous at such a young age if you aren't careful. You are still developing and need more of that than an adult would.

Just focus on changing your excercise and eating habits and you will be a healthy active adult!

Good for you!

Answer 10

You got to get up and do something just taking walks don't work.You got to work hard to loose weight you are only 13 it gets harder to lose weight the older you get.Look at your mother and Father are they over weight some time it is the way we are born ed with a fat gene that make it hard to lose weight.You can go on a diet go to a nutritionist to see what a 13 year old girl needs to eat.You got to get up and go out and play ,don't set in the house and watch TV and play games or talk on the telephone

Answer 11

Deffinitly go with the first 3 answers. Some diets are not good for Young people like youself. Plus the first 3 answers are the most healthy.