Is there something wrong with me?

Question

I'm 16, I've got horrible coordination, and am pretty bad at the simplest things in gym, I have an extremely high metabolism which I eat like a pig and nothing happens to my figure. I'm about 5'8, and I was wondering if maybe I'm not getting the nutrients to gain muscle. I can be classified as a scrawny guy, with horrible hand-eye coordination, and I can make the simplest physical tasks seem complicated..

I'm not dumb, but like I walk funny apparently, I eat funny.

I drink milk everyday.

Answer 1

Hey! We're floating in the exact same boat! Except I'm 6'3"! Ha!

Answer 2

You will probably not believe me, but you are normal. As a teenage guy, I was always lean & lanky. I'm 43 now & STILL lanky! I'm 5'11" & weigh 150. I, too, have a high metabolism.
If you eat well, you are getting the nutrients your body needs. If you want to start taking a multivitamin/mineral supplement, I would recommend you go to your local health food store & ask them for some guidance.
Until you find some things you're good at & find your passion, you'll always feel awkward. It's all a normal part of growing up & finding where you "fit" or belong.
I was always being beaten...at EVERYTHING...by my older brother. I felt like I never measured up. However, as I developed my own talents, I discovered many traits about myself that I admire...and so do other people!
I have a good voice for singing solo. I also harmonize well. I enjoy furniture refinishing, & have a good eye for detail. I love animals, & I have a green thumb. I speak American Sign Language. I have a great sense of humor! And I love travelling & seeing the world. I'm flying overseas tomorrow, actually...for 2 weeks.
Why not write a list of things that peak your curiosity, or a few things you've wanted to learn more about...& look into them? Consider developing a hobbie.
As you discover what you're good at; your self esteem will grow. Be patient with yourself, too. 16 may seem old to you, but it's not. You're still just a puppie. And, a sensitive one!
You will find your strengths. You have some...buried inside. And, if nobody has said it yet; welcome to manhood. It's a little rough, but you have what it takes to succeed. You just need to believe that.

Answer 3

Sounds like you're just fine...quite usual for your age. I recall being a 125-130 pound awkward weekling when I was a teen. I ate oat bran and took all sorts of supplements. I worked out until I was half-dead. All it did was to increase my already ravenous appetite! When I hit 21, my weight started to climb and I bulked up to 200 pounds of trim muscle. I've been there for years now, leveled off. It all has to do with your personal individual metabolism. Don't sweat the small stuff and just enjoy being young.

Answer 4

Your High Metabolism wont last it's 'Cause your young an some people get really lucky when there young too ; )
Muscle needs Protein, to Build. (eg.Lean Meat,Protein Powders/Shakes)

Take up Martial Arts. Yeah i Reckon you should really take up Martial Arts tho. Build up Your Coordination, & Flexibility Some what also Improving on your Strengh.
an do some Weights to perhaps ; )

I Recommend Muay Thai ; )

Answer 5

You might just be going through an ackward stage. If you want to gain muscle work out at the gym and drink protein shakes. GOOD LUCK!!!

Answer 6

som ppl just arnt good at evrything, so if u dnt hav good hand eye corordanition just think of the things u r good at. evry1s different dont worry about it. it takes alot of work to build up muscle it doesnt just happen after 1 workout at the gym so keep on trying and u will get their

Answer 7

drink milk

Answer 8

Just accept who you are.You are normal.

Answer 9

YOU ARE PROBABLY A GEEK OR A NERD THATS WHY!

Answer 10

nothings wrong