Is strength training safe for children?
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Is strength training safe for children?
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Dr. Thomas Namey
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology
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Dr. James Ferguson
Pediatrics
In brief:
? strength training?
Kids can be taught many healthy skills including strength training as soon as they show interest.
The aap and certified trainer organizations recommend all such programs be run by trained individuals & focus on proper technique in the beginning. Such things as power lifting & body building should be avoided until the child reaches skeletal maturity (shaving daily & at final height).
In brief:
? strength training?
Kids can be taught many healthy skills including strength training as soon as they show interest.
The aap and certified trainer organizations recommend all such programs be run by trained individuals & focus on proper technique in the beginning. Such things as power lifting & body building should be avoided until the child reaches skeletal maturity (shaving daily & at final height).
Dr. James Ferguson
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