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My son is 4 . he has been doing taekwoondo for 5 m. concerned if running with weigh ball is harmful for his joints/muscles. is it to early ?

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Dr. Richard Roberts answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Individual results: If he is sore afterwards, he is doing too much. Make him stop. If he has not soreness the next day, it is ok.

Answered 8/25/2015

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Exercise: Children are best allowed to exercise to their own ability. I think it would be difficult to compel a preschooler to run with a weight too heavy for him/her. If your child seems to be able to tolerate it without apparent pain or exhaustion, or coercion, I would allow him/her to continue.

Answered 12/13/2020

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