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Is 120 pounds overweight for a 10 year old?

Is 120 pounds overweight for a 10 year old?

If she is a very short child, 54 or 55 inches, then 120 lbs. is very overweight. If she is tall for her age, let’s say about 62 inches, then 120 lbs. could be a reasonable weight for an athletic, muscular child. It’s good that your daughter is active; exercise is an important component of weight control.

How much should a 10 year old be weighing?

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Babies to Teens Height to Weight Ratio Table
9 yrs 62.0 lb (28.1 kg) 52.5″ (133.3 cm)
10 yrs 70.5 lb (31.9 kg) 54.5″ (138.4 cm)
11 yrs 81.5 lb (36.9 kg) 56.7″ (144 cm)
12 yrs 91.5 lb (41.5 kg) 59.0″ (149.8 cm)

How many pounds is a healthy 10 year old?

Most children between ages 2 and 10 grow at a fairly steady rate. According to the CDC growth charts, 5-year-olds should weigh between 34 and 52 pounds, 7-year-olds should weigh between 40 and 66 pounds and 10-year-olds should weigh between 54 and 105 pounds.

How can a 10 year old get skinny?

Your child — and the whole family — can eat healthier with a few simple steps:

  1. Cut back on processed and fast foods. They tend to be higher in calories and fat.
  2. Don’t serve sugary drinks. Swap soda, juice, and sports drinks for water and skim or low-fat milk.
  3. Encourage good eating habits.
  4. Make small changes.

Why is my child so skinny?

Depending on your child, factors which may influence weight-loss or lack of growth may include infections, food allergies, and intestinal, endocrine, heart, lung, and liver problems. Your child should have a thorough check-up and may need a referral for testing with a specialist.

Is 5ft tall for a 10 year old?

Originally Answered: Is 5 foot tall for a 10-year-old? Yes, that is very tall for both sexes. This may be caused by either precocious (early) puberty or both parents being extremely tall (mother above 6 foot, father above 6′4).