What is the scoop on kids lifting weights?
For many years, it has been thought that lifting weights and doing gym-based exercises were not only detrimental for children and teens but also harmful and dangerous. Thanks to many years of research on this subject, we now know otherwise. under the watchful eye of an experienced, well-educated trainer or coach, this can be a very fruitful time for athletic development of children and teens. A well-written article written on NPR yesterday sums up a lot of today’s information on the subject. Included is a description of how the body works and why exercise is important…
