Effects of Resistance Training in Kids and Adolescents

History of Resistance Training

During the eighty’s and ninety’s resistance training programs were banned in certain countries due to high injury risks.

Statistical data of high injury risk are well documented in the reports of National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEIS).

Majority of high injuries are caused due to lack of supervision and inappropriate training methods and equipment

Various fitness centers, gyms and health related clubs are on the rise and the youth are more motivated for rigorous resistance exercising techniques.

The athletic edge concept has revolutionized the definition of fitness

A large number of people are health conscious

Physiology Of Strength Gains In Children And

Adolescents

oThe testosterone must be properly circulated for increasing muscle gain.

o Strength gains from neuromuscular activation prior to puberty.

The research from renowned fitness institutions concludes that a well designed resistance program structure can enhance strength in children and adolescents.

The short term resistance program can increase muscle gain up to 40%.

Increase muscle power and bone strength.Improves the cardiovascular and respiratory activities.

Increase the power to resist the sports injuries

Resistance Training For

Obese Children And Adolescents

Resistance training program increase the insulin sensitivity by decreasing the body fat.

High repetition workouts prove to be beneficial at the time of hypertension.

Shows improvement in blood pressure.