Every parent wants their child to grow tall and will put effort into their child's diet. However, for teenagers to grow taller, just focusing on eating is not enough. Exercise is also important. So, what kind of exercise can teenagers do to grow taller?
Sports
Teenagers who frequently play basketball, volleyball, badminton, soccer, or table tennis can engage all the muscles in their body and activate their metabolism. This leads to sufficient blood supply and nutrition to the growing bone tissue, promoting healthy bone growth and height increase.
Bouncing exercises
Jumping rope, playing hopscotch, vertical jumping, and single or double-foot jumping apply moderate longitudinal pressure to the long bones of the lower limbs due to the body weight. This mechanical stimulation is beneficial for height growth.
Whole-body stretching exercises
Swimming, gymnastics, aerobics, artistic gymnastics, and various bodyweight exercises not only fully stretch the joints and lengthen muscles and ligaments but also provide comprehensive movement for internal organs, which is beneficial for height increase.
Tips
1. When choosing exercises, teenagers should select activities they are interested in based on their own preferences. Parents should not force their children to engage in activities they are not interested in, as this can affect their mood and indirectly impact their height growth.
2. It is not advisable to rush for immediate results during exercise. Avoid engaging in prolonged high-intensity exercise, as it may cause cartilage and muscle injuries, which are not conducive to the growth and development of teenagers.
