2006-08-01 10:32:46 · 13 answers · asked by speedy f.baby 1 in Sports ➔ Football (American)
if you are not fully developed then yes it can damage your growth plates....but id say if you're over the age of 15-16 or so then you shouldnt have to worry about it.
2006-08-01 10:37:00 · answer #1 · answered by Paulien 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Weight lifting will encourage growth and development.
IT WILL NOT STUNT GROWTH!!!!!
However, if a young body is not ready for the weight...if joints have not fully developed, it can lead to problems with the joints in question.
2006-08-02 06:46:14 · answer #2 · answered by Warrior 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The growth stunting rumor is a myth. Studies show that weightlifting will not stunt growth even in prepubescent children. Weightlifting is healthy and one of the best excercises you can do
Get big or get out!!!!
2006-08-03 22:49:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
to much weight lifting can stunt your growth but a little is good exersize
2006-08-01 17:57:51 · answer #4 · answered by god 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, but if thats all you do without any cardio, you will probably look fantastic but die sooner in life. Thats why body builders tend to live shorter lives.
2006-08-01 17:38:47 · answer #5 · answered by girliewondering 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not necessarily...if you're talking about lifting to get your muscle fit no. If you are trying to be a 12 year old bodybuilder, it can.
2006-08-01 17:43:48 · answer #6 · answered by sseleman10 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Lifting weights strengthens your bones so it might help you grow instead I think huh
2006-08-01 17:40:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but you can use anabolic steroids to counteract the effects.
2006-08-01 17:37:21 · answer #8 · answered by Dirk Diggler 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It does for sum people espesially when you start young
2006-08-01 20:44:21 · answer #9 · answered by ImaGman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes before puberty it will
2006-08-01 18:32:56 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋