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Hey folks,
Just wanted to get some input from all the fellow trainers on the board. I recently acquired a new client who is 14 years old and is being groomed for the Canadian National Soccer Team...his parents want him to get some one on one training before his summer training begins full out. After talking to both his parents and him (separately) they want him to train for agility and speed, while he wants to train for strength because he gets knocked around a lot.
I know that serious weight training at that age is not great because his bones are still growing, however are there any weight bearing exercises besides bodyweight ones he can do safely? I also have him working on balance and agility (stability training) but I know he really wants to bulk up a bit. Any input would be appreciated.
Just wanted to get some input from all the fellow trainers on the board. I recently acquired a new client who is 14 years old and is being groomed for the Canadian National Soccer Team...his parents want him to get some one on one training before his summer training begins full out. After talking to both his parents and him (separately) they want him to train for agility and speed, while he wants to train for strength because he gets knocked around a lot.
I know that serious weight training at that age is not great because his bones are still growing, however are there any weight bearing exercises besides bodyweight ones he can do safely? I also have him working on balance and agility (stability training) but I know he really wants to bulk up a bit. Any input would be appreciated.