A Safe Approach for Kids' Strength Training; Start the Program with Simple Resistance

Telegraph - Herald (Dubuque) › September 27, 2004

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There has been much discussion about whether strength training for adolescents is safe.

Adolescents refer to the age range of roughly 12-18 for both boys and girls. Many of the concerns that are raised include the belief that strength training causes body damage, or stunted growth.

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A Safe Approach for Kids' Strength Training; Start the Program with Simple Resistance

Supporting research proves there is no merit to these claims. The majority of strength training injuries are caused by improper technique, overuse or...

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