Can lifting weights stunt the growth of a 14-year-old?

Answer 1

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.

Answer 2

Yes, 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

Answer 3

This 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.

Answer 4

No, 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.

Answer 5

Weightlifting 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.

Answer 6

A 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.

Answer 7

No, 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.