Question
I wake up at 5:00 or a bit earlier every morning, run 400 meters on the playground, do 2 or 3 laps, and then go to class for morning reading. I want to know if running at this time is appropriate? I’ve heard that running at this time might not be good. Moreover, I’m 17 years old and 168 cm tall, and I want to know if continuing this can help me grow taller? Can tapping the legs promote growth? What is the location of the knee-jerk reflex?
Answer
Generally speaking, running in the evening is more suitable than in the morning. As for the issue of growth, it is closely related to the parents’ genetic inheritance and the child’s diet absorption. For your child, the first step should be to check the closure status of the knee ossification at a hospital, and pay attention to the child’s diet to ensure that nutrients can be digested and absorbed. To grow taller, it is necessary to increase nutrition, especially vitamins and proteins; the diet should be balanced, and calcium should be supplemented appropriately. Maintain an active lifestyle and keep a cheerful mood.