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07-24-2008, 06:42 PM
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Getting Taller!!
This might sound retarded but please be gentle but is there a way to get taller, like some kind of workout r some food that helps cause I'm 26 and only 5'9, i would love to be at least 6'. The funny thing is, is that I'm the tallest in my family but my papa is like 6'4. My dad is like 5'4 my mom 5'2 my oldest sister is 4'9 and my twin sisters r like 5' and no we r not midgets although my oldest sister could be. LOL! Anyway enough of my curious family can anyone help me out? Thanx!!
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07-24-2008, 06:47 PM
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LOL, and I spend all day dreaming about the opposite.....
Sorry man, but at 26, your pretty much stuck with what the parents gave ya. Its no big deal though, at 5'9" its not like your midget or anything.
Nothing against the midgets out there 
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07-24-2008, 07:18 PM
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Based on your genetic makeup, you're lucky that you're 5'9".
You're above the average height. Don't worry.
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07-24-2008, 07:23 PM
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Be happy man and just pack on the muscle if you want to look intimidating or whatever you think being taller will make you look or feel. It is genetics, I am 5ft4in but am comfortable with it. My dad is 5ft6in, mom is 5ft2inch, sister 5ft2in, etc. It is what it is, no biggie.
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07-24-2008, 07:54 PM
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Its all good, just those few things u guys have told me makes me feel better about it already. I think it want feel so bad when I get rid of all this weight but I'm workin really hard and I feel better everyday with the choices I'm makin. I want my kids to be proud of me when they get older and not be completely imbarrised. Thanx again!!
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07-24-2008, 08:01 PM
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im trying to be gentle
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07-24-2008, 08:27 PM
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Originally Posted by SykosouL
I want my kids to be proud of me when they get older and not be completely imbarrised.
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Judging by your thread, you don't seem to be "proud" of your parents' heights. Who gives a ****? Get your spelling right and they'll be more likely to be proud of a literate dad than one who isn't.
It's something you're born with. Everyone would like to be 6 feet tall but when you're given lemons, make lemonade.
Oh yeah, and for the record, I'm 5'5" ish. How do you think I feel? Well, pretty good, actually. 
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07-24-2008, 08:52 PM
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Originally Posted by scubyfan
Judging by your thread, you don't seem to be "proud" of your parents' heights. Who gives a ****? Get your spelling right and they'll be more likely to be proud of a literate dad than one who isn't.
It's something you're born with. Everyone would like to be 6 feet tall but when you're given lemons, make lemonade.
Oh yeah, and for the record, I'm 5'5" ish. How do you think I feel? Well, pretty good, actually. |
Why even comment on something if your gonna be rude about it? I love my parents very much and I cant help that I'm not very smart but I am one hell of a father.
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07-24-2008, 08:56 PM
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Originally Posted by SykosouL
Why even comment on something if your gonna be rude about it? I love my parents very much and I cant help that I'm not very smart but I am one hell of a father.
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^most important thing said in this whole thread so far^
keep that up and your kids will never be embarassed by you, they will love you just like you love your parents.
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07-24-2008, 09:01 PM
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Here's what you do.... Go rent the movie Gattica (sp?) it shows you how to break your legs, then space them. After they are healed, you will be taller. I think the guy in the movie was supposedly like 2-3inches taller. hahahaha kidding though, don't try it.
5'9" isn't bad, I wouldn't be too worried about it. At 26, hoping to get taller is hopeless! Look at it this way, it is easier for you to fit in cars, I'm only 6'1-2" and I flat can't get comfortable in most cars, and even some SUVs. It can be a real pain, and the biggest plus for someone who works out and is short.... You don't have to put near as much muscle on to look "big" as we do. If I kept the muscle I had and became 5'9" I would be absolutely JACKED!!
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07-24-2008, 09:02 PM
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Originally Posted by scubyfan
Judging by your thread, you don't seem to be "proud" of your parents' heights. Who gives a ****? Get your spelling right and they'll be more likely to be proud of a literate dad than one who isn't.
It's something you're born with. Everyone would like to be 6 feet tall but when you're given lemons, make lemonade.
Oh yeah, and for the record, I'm 5'5" ish. How do you think I feel? Well, pretty good, actually. |
Quit being a jackass, shrimp
Not everyone cares about their spelling and punctuation on the internet.
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07-24-2008, 09:13 PM
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Originally Posted by UTMatt
Here's what you do.... Go rent the movie Gattica (sp?) it shows you how to break your legs, then space them. After they are healed, you will be taller. I think the guy in the movie was supposedly like 2-3inches taller. hahahaha kidding though, don't try it.
5'9" isn't bad, I wouldn't be too worried about it. At 26, hoping to get taller is hopeless! Look at it this way, it is easier for you to fit in cars, I'm only 6'1-2" and I flat can't get comfortable in most cars, and even some SUVs. It can be a real pain, and the biggest plus for someone who works out and is short.... You don't have to put near as much muscle on to look "big" as we do. If I kept the muscle I had and became 5'9" I would be absolutely JACKED!!
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x2. Being my height is a pain in the a$$, no joke. My joints always ache with the heavier I get, exercise equipment just plain isn't made for people my height and finding clothes is d@mn hard. U short cats have it made
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07-25-2008, 12:28 PM
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I wish I was little bit taller.
I wish I was a baller.
I wish I had a girl who looked good, I would call her.
I wish I had a rabbit in a hat with a bat, and a '64 Impala.
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07-25-2008, 01:26 PM
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yep, no more growing. Stuck with what the parents gave you. When you cut that body fat down, you will look damn jacked. A short muscley guy looks damn intimidating.
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07-25-2008, 01:34 PM
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Originally Posted by tmac4919
I wish I was little bit taller.
I wish I was a baller.
I wish I had a girl who looked good, I would call her.
I wish I had a rabbit in a hat with a bat, and a '64 Impala.
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LOL, good stuff, repped...
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07-25-2008, 01:42 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tmac4919
I wish I was little bit taller.
I wish I was a baller.
I wish I had a girl who looked good, I would call her.
I wish I had a rabbit in a hat with a bat, and a '64 Impala.
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haha this guy is gettin repped
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07-25-2008, 02:13 PM
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Originally Posted by scubyfan
Oh yeah, and for the record, I'm 5'5" ish. How do you think I feel? Well, pretty good, actually. |
Me too!
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07-25-2008, 02:40 PM
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LOL...Too funny..
Hey man dont worry about your height just keep putting mass on you'll be ok.
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07-25-2008, 03:25 PM
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hang upside down with a weight tied around your neck
worked for me
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07-25-2008, 03:33 PM
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5'9 is fine. As somone said, it's above average. I wish I'm 5'9 ! In fact, I would be satisfied if I'm 5'7. I'm 21 years old and only 5'5, which I'm disatisfied with (no offense to those above me who are 5'5 but satisfied). Therefore, if anyone know any exercise, plz mention them.
Btw, SykosouL , I heard that pullup/chinups are good because it stretches the spine.
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07-25-2008, 03:41 PM
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Thanx for your comments on this weird topic! I feel good about 5'9" now cause I'm just gonna get as big as I can so people don't pay attention to my height but my muscles. If anyone knows anything about Rippetoe then check out my journal.
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07-25-2008, 05:21 PM
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being tall kinda sucks because it overshadows important stuff like strength
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07-25-2008, 05:25 PM
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Originally Posted by huddlestonalex
LOL, and I spend all day dreaming about the opposite.....
Sorry man, but at 26, your pretty much stuck with what the parents gave ya. Its no big deal though, at 5'9" its not like your midget or anything.
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haha i feel you about being shorter when it comes to lifting, but i like being tall and when i fill out, it will look better, i dont plan on competing in bodybuilding anyways, so my tallness isnt so bad...plus, you have about 60lbs on me, haha i wish i could weigh in the 280's
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