The Effect of Resistance Training on the Development of Physical Capacities during the Developmental Age

Authors

  • Marios Christou Democritus University of Thrace, Department of Physical Education and Sport Science
  • Kostas Sotiropoulos Democritus University of Thrace, Department of Physical Education and Sport Science
  • Ilias Smilios Democritus University of Thrace, Department of Physical Education and Sport Science
  • Savvas P. Tokmakidis Democritus University of Thrace, Department of Physical Education and Sport Science

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26253/heal.uth.ojs.ispe.2007.1177

Keywords:

strength training, children, adolescent, physical capacities, athletic performance

Abstract

The present review outlines the current research literature on the effects of strength training on physical
capacities and athletic performance during the developmental period. Properly designed resistance training
programs enhance muscular strength in children and adolescents more than natural development, without any risk of injuries. In addition, other components of physical capacity (jumping ability, power and running speed) and athletic performance can improve with weight training during growth. The greater gains in muscle strength occur after weight training with a progressive increase of intensity using moderate to submaximal loads (55–85% of 1RM), 2 times per week for at least 4 weeks. Using the same training stimulus preadolescents appears to achieve the same or greater relative strength increases than adolescents and adults. Detraining reverses the strength gains and at least one training session per week is necessary for the maintenance of adaptations. Nevertheless, research data on the effects of resistance training on the development of physical capacities during the developmental period are limited and additional research is required to reach more precise conclusion.

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Published

2007-04-27

How to Cite

Christou Μ., Sotiropoulos Κ., Smilios Η., & Tokmakidis Σ. Π. (2007). The Effect of Resistance Training on the Development of Physical Capacities during the Developmental Age. Inquiries in Physical Education and Sport, 5(1), 41–51. https://doi.org/10.26253/heal.uth.ojs.ispe.2007.1177

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