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andreasdagen t1_iryqggm wrote

Any reason they couldnt just lift for bone strength instead?

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oldwhiner t1_is013zw wrote

Lifting trains big muscles, it's not multidirectional.

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Prellking t1_is0bs6q wrote

Thats just plain wrong. Lifting weights is multidirectional. And it’s true. resistance training is safe and enhances bone health in youth/adolescents

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MiseALepreuve t1_is2x7uw wrote

It has some potential to be, but is generally not multidirectional.

No matter what your gym bros tell you, lifting weights isn’t the end all be all of exercise. It is missing a lot and it isn’t entirely safe

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andreasdagen t1_isbr7d6 wrote

Nothing is entierly safe. Lifting is safer than the vast majority of sports.

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skaterjuice t1_is0s0xs wrote

Weightlifting and plyometrics A good resistance coach for long term youth development should have lots of mixed movements, and do a combination of weight workouts, calisthenics, plyometrics, and agility based (skill) work. It should not be overly specific or geared towards any one sport.

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fatsynatsy t1_is0d63i wrote

because its less effective than high impact weight bearing activities

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BauReis t1_is27efd wrote

A lot of these team sports train endurance so I guess it's more bang for your buck if you don't care about strength

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