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I want to lift dumbells but i fear that it might stunt my height growth. i am 5'7 and 15 so should i lift dumbells or not?
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Never heard of this: I have never heard of lifting dumbells cause stunting of growth. It makes no physiologic sense, unless you lift an excessive amount and cause a spinal fracture. You should feel free to exercise and lift moderate weights.
Answered 4/17/2017
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