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Logassree’s lift: Too young for the load
19Dec2007 NSTI READ the story about 5-year-old T. Logassree lifting 14.7kg in weights after a five-kilometre run.
As the goal of weightlifting is to be able to lift heavier and heavier weights, there is potential for injury if training is not conducted properly.
One has to also consider the effects of the potential strain on the joints and connective tissues of a young child.
Young children should be exposed to a variety of sports and activities so they can develop co-ordination, agility, balance, strength and fitness, rather than spending a lot of time on a single activity or sport.
B.L., Petaling Jaya
Source: NST – December 19, 2007
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