21/08/2026
Should children below 10 go to the gym?
Yes to exercise.
No to adult-style workouts.
Children can start developing strength, coordination, balance and athletic skills from a young age. But for them, play, running, jumping, climbing, swimming, gymnastics and sports are often better than traditional gym workouts.
Properly supervised, age-appropriate strength training can be safe and beneficial.
The goal isn’t bigger muscles - it’s stronger bodies, better movement and a lifelong love for being active.
- A Physiotherapist’s Perspective.
