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You generally stop growing taller after you go through puberty. Boys may not experience this sudden increase in height until the end of their teens. However, everyone grows at a different pace.įor girls, this growth spurt typically begins early in the teenage years. Once puberty hits, you may grow at a rate of 4 inches per year. Certain environmental factors, such as nutrition and exercise, typically account for the remaining percentage.īetween age 1 and puberty, most people gain about 2 inches in height each year. It’s thought that genetic factors account for 60 to 80 percent of your final height. Several factors contribute to your overall height. You could get taller by eating a balanced diet, getting enough sleep, staying active, and having good posture, but there is no guarantee. Genes largely determine how tall you will become.
