Literature available on resistance training for ages 9-14?

Former Member
Former Member
Does anyone know of any literature available that discourages resistant training in younger age groups? Two of my sons are swimming for a local club and the coach wants my 10 year old to use a drag suit and paddles. Before I confront the coach on this issue I need some literature that suggests resistant training in pre-puberty individuals is misquided. Does anyone know of any articles suggesting younger age groups should use more technique related drills instead of power driven sets? I need evidence against this practice to show the coach and other parents. My opinion isn't enough. I have a couple of Go Swim articles and articles off of the USA Swimming site, but I feel I need more. Thanks for any response.
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  • Former Member
    Former Member
    I could say that there are just as many articles promoting the use of paddles in that age group..... My three day search has not turned up any article that states pro's of paddle use. Every article I have seen has been negative towards the use of paddles.
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  • Former Member
    Former Member
    I could say that there are just as many articles promoting the use of paddles in that age group..... My three day search has not turned up any article that states pro's of paddle use. Every article I have seen has been negative towards the use of paddles.
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