09/02/2026
Many parents and grandparents worry that strength training might harm kidsโ development, but hereโs what science actually says ๐
According to ๐๐ซ. ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ข๐ง, ๐๐ (๐๐๐-๐๐๐๐ฌ): โCurrent literature does not support that fear. ๐ In fact, ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ญ๐ข๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฎ๐๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐ฌ๐ก๐จ๐ฐ ๐ง๐จ ๐๐ฏ๐ข๐๐๐ง๐๐ that proper strength training stunts growth when done with correct technique and supervision.โ
๐๏ธโโ๏ธ ๐๐๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ข๐๐ฌ? ๐๐๐ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ก๐๐ซ๐โ๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐ก๐ฒ: When done safely and age-appropriately, strength training can offer BIG benefits for young athletes:
๐ฅ Builds strength & coordination
๐ฆด Supports healthy bone growth
๐ฅ Helps prevent injuries
๐ช๐ฝ Boosts confidence & focus
๐ฅ Teaches discipline and consistency
Itโs not about lifting heavy. Itโs about moving well, building habits, and having fun!
๐ Disclaimer: This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice or replace guidance from your physician.
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๐ฝ๏ธ:ย Tommy Martin, MD | MedPeds