Weightlifting for kids, when to start and how to do it safely - with Lesley Sommerfield

Evidence Strong | Weightlifting Science by Evidence Strong

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🏋️‍♀️ Extended version of this interview: https://www.patreon.com/posts/weightlifting-104996544 🏋️‍♀️

Dive into the essentials of weightlifting for young athletes in this interview with Leslie Summerfield, where we explore:

* What is the best age to start weightlifting training?

* What exercises should you teach or use first?

* What can go wrong in weightlifting training with kids?

Leslie Summerfield is one of the leading experts in weightlifting training for kids. She works at IMG Academy in Florida, USA, a boarding sports school that also offers sports camps, where she leads the volleyball program. In her role, she uses Olympic weightlifting to make middle sc ... 

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