Strength Training Myths
For decades, misconceptions about strength training for kids persisted due to a lack of research. By the 1990s, the NSCA began advocating for its benefits, yet the push for kids to lift weights didn't gain momentum until 2008, when a wealth of positive data prompted a shift in policy statements. The conversation around youth strength training evolved significantly, highlighting its safety and advantages.In this clip
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The Truth About Childhood Weight Lifting | Dr. Andy Galpin
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