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There is no way it will stunt your growth. In fact i was very short when i was young but then right around 13-14 i started to lift weights and i grew to be one of the tallest kids in my class. So there is no chance it will stunt your growth. If you are 14 years old, you should consult with a doctor to make sure.
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∙ 14y agoYes, as long as you train using proper form and don't overtrain yourself. A long of evidence suggests that activities young children perform (Such as running, jumping etc.) are more stressful to the bones than weight training is. Brandon
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∙ 14y agoThis question if asked quite frequently by young guys trying to get in shape, Weightlifting does not stunt your growth if it is done sensibly, it can only stunt your growth if you use very heavyweights, which can damage your bones and ligaments, the best advice is to do weights which you could over 6 reps with.
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∙ 13y agoNo, as long as you don't do heavy lifts, instead do repetive lifting where you do 10 lifts, but first warmup with a lighter amount of weight than you will use. Repetive lifts will also make your arms bigger, as well as stronger.
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∙ 11y agoWeightlifting cannot and does not stunt your growth. It is a healthy activity for any person at any age who is otherwise capable of engaging in strenuous physical activity (always check with your physician before starting an exercise program). However, dangers exist for developing bodies, usually aged 17 and younger. Lifting weights has a danger of injury as a result of overtraining, improper form and technique, using too much weight, or an array of simple accidents that can occur.
If you are injured while your body is still growing and developing into maturity, it can have long-lasting effects, including stunted growth and abnormal development. Teenagers should only engage in lifting weights under the supervision of a qualified fitness professional, such as a teacher or personal trainer.
Finally, it is important to note that adolescents have hormonal balances that can vary greatly. As a result, young athletes must acknowledge that it may not be possible for them to begin building muscle before a certain age. Keeping this in mind, resistance training still has its cardiovascular and weight-control benefits.
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∙ 9y agoA 14-year-old boy can lift weights just like an adult can. He may not be able to lift as much, but lifting weights can help him build muscle.
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∙ 13y agoNo, this is a myth. The idea was that it could damage the ends of the bones which are still growing, but this has never been documented. Lifting weights (correctly) has only positive effects.
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Can lifting free weights and machines stunt your growth?
No, it's just a myth.
Does lifting weights at the age of 9 stunt your growth?
Yes and quite badly
Does heavy lifting stunt your growth?
Heavy lifting will not stunt your growth. Your growth depends mainly upon eating a good diet. Smoking cigarettes is known to stunt the growth of a child, mainly because it reduces appetite and so leads to an inadequate diet.
Will sit ups stunt your growth?
no it does not i started lifting when i was 14 and i was 5/9 and now im 24 and 6/2 and i am well fit weight lifting and situps did not stunt my growth and all of my friends that i know same for them
How does weight lifting stunt the growth of boys?
It doesn't. It's a commonly held myth. Normal, properly performed resistance exercise will not stunt growth in young people. Younger individuals should be carefully supervised when weight lifting, especially when attempting more complicated lifts with heavier weights. It's possible an injury resulting from improper use of weights could stunt growth, but it shouldn't be an issue if proper supervision and training is given.
Are lifting weights at age 12 harmful?
Yes because it can stunt your growth, but doing small amounts is alright because this will keep you toned.
Why does lifting weights stunt your growth?
There is no evidence that weight lifting stunts growth. In fact, bones can become stronger from the exercise. Science has proved that weight training will not stunt your growth even if you start at as young as 10 years old. The real danger is if your not supervised and have bad form injuries may occur.
Lifting weights at 8 years old affect your growth?
No, lifting will not stunt your growth as the myth grows. But at such a young age you need supervision, and make sure you do it correctly. There are many benefits of weight training, even at this age.
If you lift weights and your 14 do you stay short?
No, lifting will not stunt your growth as the myth grows. Just make sure you do it correctly, and get supervision at first. There are too many benefits of lifting to not do it when young.
Does lifting stunt growth if it does whats the reason with evidence?
There is no evidence that suggests that lifting stunts growth.
Can you lift weights when your 12?
Yes, this is old enough. Lifting will not stunt your growth as the myth grows. Just make sure you do it correctly, and get supervision at first.
Does lifting weights for half an hour a day stunt growth in height?
No. It's an urban legend that weight lifting stunts ones' growth. Dumbells wil certainly not do anything to affect your growth. If you ever attempt heavy squats (not dumbells), it's important to have proper supervision: poor form could result in an injury to your back, which might ostensibly stunt your growth. Barring an injury, however, you can do whatever lifting you like and not hurt your growth.
