Is a 145 pound 12-year-old overweight?

Answer 1

Weight is related to height and body composition rather than age. Therefore, it is not possible to answer your question without knowing those details. Please feel free to ask the question again and include those details. Alternatively, for more information, and to view the height/weight charts for children, please see the page link, further down this page, listed under Related Questions.

In general, at twelve years old, many children find that they are a little heavier than they were previously, this is a result of hormonal changes that accompany puberty. Most of the weight gain will eventually even out as your body grows and matures, especially once you get taller! But if you are worried, try watching what you eat, trying to eat lots of vegetables, protein, and some fruit to your diet and being as active as possible to be healthy.