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Most doctors agree that young children should not weight train. Exercise that builds stamina such as running and resistance training provide a good way to exercise muscles without risking injury. Resistance training is using the body like a weight set. Common resistance-type exercises that help build strength are:
- Push-ups
- Chin-ups
- Sit-ups
- Leg lifts
- Squats
To build quickness, look at exercises that involve rapid feet movement. Good ways to build quickness include:
- Jumping
- Bounding
- Hopping
- Skipping rope
Agility is the ability to start, stop and change direction quickly. Agility is built by moving the feet quickly in a variety of movements such as quick turns and cuts. Agility can be increased by:
- Obstacle courses
- Zigzag running
- Side shuffles
- Playing tag
Key Point for Players: If you have trouble getting to the puck, you need to work on your quickness and agility.
Key Point for Parents: Consistent exercise is the best way to stay in shape.
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