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Monday, December 8, 2008

Weight Training for Teenagers, the Sooner you Start, the Better

By Ricardo d Argence

More and more teens are getting interested in body-building. Getting in shape and building muscle is not a bad idea if it is done correctly. Although a teenager may seem to be fully grown, there are important areas where they are still developing. Every successful body-building routine for teenagers includes three key components: using weights, proper diet, and adequate sleep.

Teenagers have energy reserves that are the envy of others, and those reserves may cause problems during a body building workout. Because of teen's never ending energy supply, they make over work one set of muscles and ignore others.

Contrary to popular viewpoints, less is more when it comes to weight training. A rounded workout in which all muscle groups are worked equally is better. Once a muscle hits the point of exercising no longer effecting it, overexerting them may cause injury or undo the work you have already done.

Weights should be started slowly and advanced, in other words do not grab the heaviest weight in the room and go to town on it. Start with light to moderate weight and work your way up.

To many times nutrition is neglected in favor of massive amounts of supplements. While supplements can be helpful in moderation eating the right quantities of protein and fiber are more important. You see when you are training you are actually tearing the muscles and in order to heal properly and "build" they need proper nutrition.

Another oft-forgotten part of the process is water. Water comprises over 60% of your body, and water is necessary for your major organs to receive adequate nutrients. This includes your muscles. Everyone should drink at least eight, 8 ounce glasses of water per day, but if you are in training you will need even more in order to replenish your fatigued muscles. Your joints and vital organs will thank you, plus you will increase the success of your work out.

Next to water, this is the most overlooked aspect of training, especially in teens who feel indestructible. When you sleep the growth hormone, IGF-1 and testosterone are released, these are both necessary to the repair and growth of your muscles. That is what sleep was designed for, reparation of the body.

Goin to the gym daily to increase muscles isn't enough, you need to establish a balanched plan for growth. People who are into instant gratification will find this hard to do, but it is the best way to prevent injury and achieve success.

You can start weight training now; if you're into sports like football it's important that you are strong and healthy. Following these simple work out tips will provide you with both a safe and productive exercise session. - 17274

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