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Review
. 2008 Apr;121(4):835-40.
doi: 10.1542/peds.2007-3790.

Strength training by children and adolescents

American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness; Teri M McCambridge, Paul R Stricker
Collaborators
Review

Strength training by children and adolescents

American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness et al. Pediatrics. 2008 Apr.

Abstract

Pediatricians are often asked to give advice on the safety and efficacy of strength-training programs for children and adolescents. This statement, which is 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.

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