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Abstract
This article provides practical advice on healthy exercise prescription for children. There is growing scientific evidence about the abilities and limits of child athletes in both recreational and competitive environments. As exercise becomes essential for the prevention of illness and maintenance of health, the counselling for an exercise prescription requires enhanced knowledge. The latest recommendations on safe strength, resistance and weight training are presented in a concise format for office use.Entities:
Keywords: Athletes; Excercise; Resistance training; Strength training; Weight training
Year: 1998 PMID: 20401276 PMCID: PMC2851369 DOI: 10.1093/pch/3.5.337
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Paediatr Child Health ISSN: 1205-7088 Impact factor: 2.253