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Does bodybuilding close growth plates for 16?
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No: Physical activity will not close the growth plates ahead of schedule, but, lifting crazy heavy weights could cause bone injury at/near the growth plates and alter your final height potential--so do not overdo it.
Answered 9/28/2016
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