Study Finds that Weight Training Injuries Are On the Rise
Published: 07/07/2013
Results of an 18 year study done on the prevalence of strength training related injuries:
- 82% of all injuries occurred in males
- 47% were 13-24 years of age
- Most injuries were sustained while using free weights
- People 45 and older had the highest increase in injuries in that 18 year period
- Those aged 55 and older usually sustained injuries from overexertion while using machines.
American Journal of Sports Med (2010; [38], 765-71).
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