What age

[Pyrate]

My son is turning 13 and plays competitive ice hockey - so he's in great shape for his age. But what is a good age for him to begin weight training?

[jsonbrent]

as long as puberty has started he should be fine.......i wouldnt start before puberty as it could have adverse effects on growth plates etc......

[samax64]

Originally Posted by jsonbrent

as long as puberty has started he should be fine.......i wouldnt start before puberty as it could have adverse effects on growth plates etc......

exactly

[powerlifter]

Bodyweight exercises for reps are fine till he turns 14 - dips pullups push ups etc

[oldman]

Training a hockey player is different from any other training. I use to train hockey players and lifting is not the complete answer. Work legs and calfs that is the drive factor. Work on shoulders it is a tough game but most of all use explosion type of drills ploymetrics is the best with the use of rubber bands and chutes while skating.

[chrismortimer66]

I wouldn't have the lad doing any squats are deadlifts, but bench, curls, leg press, pull downs and shoulder press are fine.
When he has reached 15-16yrs old thats when its ok to start doing heavier lifts.

[40404848]

around 16 17 that should be right

[j1r!!!]

Originally Posted by 40404848

around 16 17 that should be right

I totally agree.

[Budlite74]

14-15