Strength training (or resistance training) uses a resistance to increase an individual’s ability to exert force. The following are answers from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to common questions about strength training.| HealthyChildren.org
About 50% to 55% of a teen athlete’s daily energy requirement should come from carbohydrates. A carbohydrate snack or a drink of juice right after a training session helps to replace the glycogen in muscles. Carbohydrates at the next meal will help to keep the muscles primed for training.| HealthyChildren.org
A teen’s fitness program should include aerobic exercise such as brisk walking, basketball, bicycling, swimming, in-line skating, soccer, jogging—any continuous activity that increases heart rate and breathing.| HealthyChildren.org
Adolescence can be a challenge for parents. Your teen may at times be a source of frustration and exasperation, not to mention financial stress. But these years also bring many, many moments of joy, pride, laughter and closeness.| HealthyChildren.org