Muscular Strength Development in Children and Adolescents

This review builds on earlier reviews and considers the development of strength characteristics from childhood through adulthood. Since strength is associated with size and biological maturation, these associations are also discussed. Finally, genetic determinants of strength and tracking of strengt...

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Published in:Pediatric exercise science 2000-05, Vol.12 (2), p.174-197
Main Authors: Beunen, Gaston, Thomis, Martine
Format: Article
Language:English
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Teenagers
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Summary:This review builds on earlier reviews and considers the development of strength characteristics from childhood through adulthood. Since strength is associated with size and biological maturation, these associations are also discussed. Finally, genetic determinants of strength and tracking of strength components over time are also reviewed.
ISSN:0899-8493
1543-2920
DOI:10.1123/pes.12.2.174