does weightlifting affect youths?

Question

im 14 i plan on starting to lift weight in eth next month. I dont plan on doing anything over 50 lbs for a long while, maybe like next fall i go up more. Will this affect my growth?

be truthful im 14 and 5'1"

Answer 1

your fine just be careful and dont overwork yourself

Answer 2

I started lifting when I was 14 (fond memories) and now my sons are lifting. Weight training is of great benefit for a young lad.

Adult supervision is the key to lifting weights successfully. If that is not possible, then I have the following to suggest.

1. Don’t show-off to your buddies by doing anything other than your normal workout. Never skip a brief warm up. Your first set should be very light, say 1/2 - 2/3 your workout weight.

2. Alway use a weight you can do at least do at least 5 reps. Forget trying for a one-rep maximum.

3. Never do bench press or squat without a spotter or safety stands. Better to do other exercises instead.

4. Don’t limit yourself to an arbitrary weight of 50 lbs. Jumping puts more stress on your body than does squats with heavy weights. Keep increasing the weight as you are able to handle it. If you don’t increase weight and/or reps every few workouts, you won’t increase in strength.

5. Start off light and progressively increase. If you miss workouts for more than 10 days, reduce the poundages used so they feel light and work backup again over a number of workout sessions.

6. Exercise all the major muscles, don't just develop part of your body.

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Answer 3

Hormones are what effect growth. Diet may help on a small scale, like proteins. But most growth has to do with hormones and genetics. Don't fret, youre still young enough to have a good growth spert or two. Youre not done growing yet.

So exercises for health reasons, like building strong muscles, and toning up.Nothing wrong with healthy weight lifting. Just start out light and increase when you don't feel the resistance anymore.

Answer 4

ok, if you don't know i'm younger (13) as in middle school, but i take a course called excercise science. it's a class that tells you alot about your body, and how to make it healthier, not only do you need to exercise but food too. And if you work out slower and slower then your growth and health becomes better. A process is call overload progression it means go more than you did..now listen carfully don't do 100 lbs in1 day add a bit more every WEEK and you'll be fine.

Answer 5

It will increase your growth in muscle and self esteem.My son is 16 and has been lifting for 3 yrs he says he feels good,and he looks good.

Answer 6

not really, but when i was in high shcool my football coach told us not to do alot of heavy weight while sqautting because whe were still growing. im not sure if thats true but it makes a little bit of sense. but as far as bench press, arm curls leg press and all of that i dont thinks so.

Answer 7

It will be good for you. Just remember to do everything in moderation. You also need to do plenty of brisk walking.

Answer 8

No, it Doesn't.