Will Strength Training Stunt My Kid's Growth?
The question every parent asks, answered for real — what the American Academy of Pediatrics actually says, where the myth came from, and how to spot safe training anywhere.
September 7, 2026 · 4 min read
From Coach Jesse
Straight answers on strength, speed, and building durable young athletes — for the parents making the decisions and the athletes doing the work. No hype, sources included.
The question every parent asks, answered for real — what the American Academy of Pediatrics actually says, where the myth came from, and how to spot safe training anywhere.