Weight Training Stunts Growth In Teens?
Question: One trainer today told me that training with any type of weight other than very light weights could inhibit my growth. I am 15. Is this true? She said that efforts to build muscle at my age would be damaging. I can’t see how it could be unless train incorrectly. Justin Leonard: You should be her trainer! She is correct, but only in the case that you’re overdoing it (lifting) and causing damage to the joints and ligaments. This is basically, as you said, training incorrectly. You’re right and she’s right. Although if I were her, I would have used the word “could” be damaging as opposed to “would” be damaging. My advice: safety first, lift in moderation, don’t try to impress anyone, keep a clean head, and live long . . . Leg Presses After Squats Question: Do you think two sets of 20 reps on the leg press is counterproductive after 3 sets of squats? If you talk to 20 people, you get 20 different answers. I always do them together and I do not feel overtrained. What is your opini
