The effects of free weights and elastic tubing resistance training on physical self-perception in adolescents

While it has been suggested that resistance training may have a beneficial effect on psychological health in young people, evidence supporting this assertion is limited. The primary aim of this study was to explore the effect of free weights and elastic tubing resistance training on physical self-perception in adolescents. Randomized controlled trial. Participants (N = 108, mean age = 14.96 ± .68 years) were randomized to free weights (n = 37)...