On Mon, 10 Jun 2002 14:39:25 -0700, Bronwen <[log in to unmask]> wrote: >Hi list > >I have a 14 yr. old daughter who is a serious pre-professional ballet >student-(3+/- hours a day, six days a week). > >She has been doing semi paleo for a while now and wants to know if there is >any suggestions from the athaletes on this list. Specifically, advice on >avoiding "bulky muscles" and making sure her nutritional requirents are met. > >Thanks! >Bronwen Here's a link about weight training for young people which may be useful: http://www.stumptuous.com/younguns.html See this for common myths about women's weight training (e.g. that it gives you bulky muscles): http://www.stumptuous.com/gymlies.html HTH, Jo