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Is legs and shoulder workout may stop height (squats, shoulder press , leg press ) im 18 years old?

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Dr. Brian Chimenti answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

No: More recent research has disproved the theory that weight training has any negative impact on skeletal growth (height).

Dr Phasouk agreed

Answered 4/30/2013

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A member asked:

Is legs and shoulder workout may stop height (squats, shoulder press , leg press ) im 18 years old?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Brian Chimenti answered

Dr Phasouk agreed

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