Myth Busted: Resistance Training for Youth

1 CEC

Presented by Yvette Figueroa, Zainab Sherwani, and Mahaa Siddiqui

Some authors have written statements discussing the longstanding and widespread belief about how resistance training might not be appropriate for children and adolescents because the strain might be too much for muscles and bones that are still developing, stunting growth, and increasing the risk of injury. These statements have been dispelled by JAMA pediatrics since then and as long as there is proper technique and guidance, strength training alongside aerobic exercises has been recommended by healthcare professionals (Brooks et al., 2022). This presentation will highlight the benefits of resistance training for youth and provide recommendations that fitness professionals can apply in this population.

Learning Objectives:

1. Discuss the misconceptions that fitness and healthcare professionals, adolescents, and parents may have about resistance training for adolescents.
2. Present the different types of exercises including resistance training that are safe and beneficial for adolescents.
3. Recommend the different ways to prescribe physical activity for the adolescent population.

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