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Weighing the Risks. Strength Training for Children and Adolescents.

Authors :
Tanner, Suzanne M.
Source :
Physician and Sportsmedicine. Jun 1993 21(6):104-106.
Publication Year :
1993

Abstract

As weight training becomes increasingly popular with children and adolescents, physicians need to advise patients and parents about what is safe and what is not. Young people who adhere to a well-supervised, progressive strength training program can improve their strength and improve performance in other sports. (SM)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0091-3847
Volume :
21
Issue :
6
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Physician and Sportsmedicine
Publication Type :
Electronic Resource
Accession number :
EJ471789
Document Type :
Guides - Non-Classroom<br />Journal Articles