16/10/2026
Myths around youth lifting still persist unfortunately
Strength training is a safe and effective way way to build health, fitness and physical development in kids too
Kids jump, climb and play sports so why not let them lift weights with a bit of guidance?
Good supervision matters but there’s no need to obsess over perfect form
🫡 Let them explore, build confidence, have fun and don’t rush the process
📘 Faigenbaum et al. (2022) Sports Med
📘 Rossler et al. (2014) Sports Med
📘 Stricker et al. (2020) Pediatrics
📘 Zwolski et al. (2017) Sports Health