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Strength training for Young Athletes

Updated: Mar 21

The following article is a very informative article about strength training for young athletes. Included are the development stages based on age, the benefits of strength training for young athletes, safety guidelines, proper form and technique, equipment selections, and supervision requirements. This article also addresses when young athletes or children can start weight training, program structure for different age groups, progressive loading principles, and rest and recovery guidelines. In addition it addresses the myths about children weight lifting and the essential components needed when creating a strength program for youth.


 
 
 

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