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16 years
Fact or myth gym exercising at 16 shows your height growth not intensive bodybuilding just lifting weights and resistance workouts
Oct 12, 2013

Dr. Ivana Dabaj Pediatric Neurology
Light to moderate efforts are advised or both youngsters and adults. Different opinions exist concerning weight lifting and plyometrics before the end of the growth age. A recent study (May 2013) suggested that strength training is safe in children and adolescents, as long as some safety rules are followed, and exercise done in the presence of a qualified professional and progressive overload.
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