04/20/2023
Strength training isn't just for adults. Youth can benefit from weightlifting too! It can improve bone health, enhance sports performance, and boost confidence (1). Youth strength training can benefit everyone, regardless of gender or ability level. By improving muscular strength and endurance, youth can reduce their risk of injury and improve overall health (2). Strength training isn't just about getting bigger muscles. It can also help youth improve their coordination, balance, and flexibility. It's a great way to supplement other sports and activities. Let's encourage and inspire young people to be active and strong!
Youth Personal Training and teens in our Group Classes are one of our fastest-growing membership demographics and for a good reason.
Talk to us today about the safe benefits of youth fitness.
References
(1)Lloyd, R. S., Faigenbaum, A. D., Stone, M. H., Oliver, J. L., Jeffreys, I., Moody, J. A., ... & Pierce, K. C. (2014). Position statement on youth resistance training: the 2014 International Consensus. British journal of sports medicine, 48(7), 498-505. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2013-092952
(2) Faigenbaum, A. D., Kraemer, W. J., Blimkie, C. J., Jeffreys, I., Micheli, L. J., Nitka, M., & Rowland, T. W. (2009). Youth resistance training: Updated position statement paper from the national strength and conditioning association. Journal of strength and conditioning research, 23(5), S60-S79. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0b013e31819df407
(3) Behringer, M., vom Heede, A., Matthews, M., & Mester, J. (2011). Effects of strength training on motor performance skills in children and adolescents: a meta-analysis. Pediatric exercise science, 23(2), 186-206. doi: 10.1123/pes.23.2.186
