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©2013 UpToDate ® Print Email Potential benefits of strength training for children and adolescents Adds variety to an overall exercise and conditioning program. May increase the likelihood that a child will participate in other activities, thereby developing positive physical activity behaviors. Increased strength of muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Increased stability of a joint. Increased bone density and bone mass. Improved muscle balance between agonist and antagonist muscle groups. Improved body composition. Increased motor unit recruitment and synchronization. Improved motor coordination and performance.