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Is It Safe To Join Gym At 16 Years?
Question: i am 43 years old. My son is 16 years old. He wants to join gym. Can he join gym at this age? Will it effect his hieght/growth?
Brief Answer:
yes of course
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
There is no problem in joining gym at 16 years.
It will not affect his growth or height.
Almost 99 percent of height will be reached by 16 years.
What you need to ensure is that he should be in a good gym with trained expert who can guide a newcomer.
Wishing your son good health.
Regards
Dr Arun
yes of course
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
There is no problem in joining gym at 16 years.
It will not affect his growth or height.
Almost 99 percent of height will be reached by 16 years.
What you need to ensure is that he should be in a good gym with trained expert who can guide a newcomer.
Wishing your son good health.
Regards
Dr Arun
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