Strength training by children and adolescents.
Pediatricians are often asked to give advice on the safety and efficacy of strength training programs for children and adolescents. This review, 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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Malina
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Anderson
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D000293:Adolescent; D000367:Age Factors; D002648:Child; D015444:Exercise / Q000502:physiology*; D017408:Guidelines as Topic; D006801:Humans; D009119:Muscle Contraction / Q000502:physiology; D010372:Pediatrics / Q000379:methods / Q000458:organization & administration; D005082:Physical Exertion / Q000502:physiology*; D010809:Physical Fitness / Q000502:physiology*; D010819:Physician's Role; D018570:Risk Assessment; D009626:Terminology as Topic