Strength training for kids and teens

Strength training for kids and teenagers was frowned upon for a long time

Strength training for children and teenagers was frowned upon for a long time, but that's changing. Fitness expert Michael Ammann is a firm supporter and says that strength training doesn't harm even very young people – in fact, it helps them. Children and teenagers should ideally start strength training with bodyweight exercises and, depending on their interest and stage of development, begin training with light weights.

Parents, teachers or specialists should closely supervise children and younger teenagers during strength training, so that movements are performed cleanly and slowly and the muscles are fatigued efficiently. The risk of injury in strength training is very low when these principles are followed. Strength training provides an important foundation for the rest of life and has a positive effect on health in many ways.

We recommend a free trial with one of our trained coaches at an update centre – not just for children and teenagers, but for adults too. Together with the coach, you discuss what your goal is and how to achieve it. The coaches are available to answer members' questions and also step in proactively if they notice an exercise being performed incorrectly. Sign yourself or your child(ren) up for a free trial now and get some advice.