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2017-06-19 12:24:32
I am now 16 years old and my height is 5'3 I am doing exercises daily stretches and many more but my height is not growing
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Tough question. Ur growth plates will be almost completed growth by the age of 16. But still it's seen that few yoga techniques helps in increasing height. Consult an appropriate person nearby and start doin yoga on regular basis. Continue stretching exercises too.

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