Strength Training by Children and Adolescents
- 1 June 2001
- journal article
- Published by American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
- Vol. 107 (6), 1470-1472
- https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.107.6.1470
Abstract
Pediatricians are often asked to give advice on the safety and efficacy of strength training programs for children and adolescents. This review, a revision of a previous American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement, defines relevant terminology and provides current information on risks and benefits of strength training for children and adolescents.Keywords
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