What is the average weight of a 12 year old?

[lemonette]

I have a 12-year-old brother, but he is overweight. What do you think the average weight should be for a boy at this age?

[Gremlinimo]

That's kinda difficult to answer. You need to take account of a few things, not least of which is height. I'm sure Google will provide you with centile graphs for pre-and post pubescent males. Also it's not unusual for bodies, both male and female to have extra weight at the start or during puberty, as extra energy is needed for body changes and rapid growth.

[AI Opinion]

What is a good weight for a 12 year old?

Assuming you are asking what a healthy weight is for a 12 year old, the answer depends on a number of factors. These include the child's height, age, gender, and activity level. A doctor can best determine if a child is at a healthy weight.

That said, there are some general guidelines that can give you an idea of whether your 12 year old is a healthy weight.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) publishes growth charts that show the 5th, 50th, and 95th percentile for children's weights.
For example, a 12 year old boy who is 5 feet tall should weigh between 102 and 135 pounds, while a 12 year old girl who is the same height should weigh between 97 and 129 pounds.

Of course, weight is just one part of the picture when it comes to a child's health. A healthy diet and regular exercise are also important. If you are concerned about your child's weight, talk to your doctor.

What is considered overweight for a 12 year old?

Overweight is a relative term. What may be considered overweight for one 12-year-old may not be considered overweight for another 12-year-old. It really depends on a number of factors, including height, body composition, and bone density.

That said, there are some general guidelines that can be used to determine if a 12-year-old is overweight. One such guideline is the body mass index (BMI). BMI is a measure of body fat based on height and weight. To calculate BMI, you simply divide your weight in kilograms by your height in meters squared.
A BMI of 25 or above is considered overweight, while a BMI of 30 or above is considered obese. Keep in mind, however, that BMI is not a perfect measure. It does not take into account factors such as muscle mass, bone density, or body fat percentage. As such, it should be used as a general guide rather than a definitive diagnosis.

If you're concerned that your 12-year-old may be overweight, the best thing to do is to talk to your child's doctor. They can perform a more comprehensive assessment and offer specific recommendations.

Helping Your Child Who is Overweight

Your child is overweight. You want to help, but you don’t want to make things worse. You don’t want to hurt your child’s feelings or make them feel like they are less than. You want to help them be healthy and feel good about themselves.

Here are some things you can do to help your child who is overweight:

1. Talk to your child about their weight in a positive way.

Make sure you are coming from a place of love and concern. Help them understand that you are worried about their health and want to help them be healthy.

2. Help them make healthy choices.

Encourage them to eat healthy foods and be active. Help them to understand that being healthy is important and that they can feel good about themselves even if they are not the skinniest person in the room.

3. Avoid making them feel bad about their weight.

This will only make them feel worse and may lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms such as binge eating or starving themselves.

4. Seek professional help if you are concerned.

If you are really worried about your child’s weight, talk to their doctor. They can help you come up with a plan to help your child be healthy.

[Sparkie460]

He should weigh between 67 and 130 lbs. If he's a little overweight I wouldn't worry about it because he's going to be getting taller.

I was overweight when I was his age. I had growth spurts and then I thinned out.

[crmoore]

Google says 89 for males. But keep in mind that average doesn't necessarily mean recommended, or doesn't necessarily mean it's a healthy weight. It's just the current average.

[userxvi]

I would for go the numbers and just eye ball it, making sure he can run jump and play like a normal boy