Scientific studies have shown that if we exercise for at least one hour per day, growth hormone production will be three times greater in comparison with those who do not exercise. However, exercises or sports to increase height should be done in a proper way to achieve the best results. Some sports are not as good for height growth as we think.

Gymnastics

Gymnastics is a physical exercise through the use of gym equipment and gym machines to release energy, help people own well-proportioned and firm bodies, and eliminate unnecessary flab. Nowadays, the expansion of gymnasiums is the most obvious evidence of the development of this exercise. Gymnastics is very good and should be done to improve health. However, not everyone can do gymnastics and if you do not do gymnastics properly, you will suffer serious consequences in the process of your height growth.

Gymnastics is one of the sports that are not good for height growth

Doing gymnastics requires a lot of strength to lift and push gym machines or lift weights. For people with bones and joints that have not been growing fully, this will press down on articular cartilage, which makes it impossible to grow normally. Once the bones and joints cannot grow, the chances of getting taller are almost zero. As a result, experts recommend that people in puberty should not do gymnastics to protect their bones, joints, and height.

Marathon running

Jogging is considered a good sport for health and height growth. However, marathon running is not good for height growth. The distance for a marathon is up to 42,195 kilometers, which requires runners to spend a lot of energy.

The distance for a marathon is up to 42,195 kilometers, which requires runners to spend a lot of energy.

According to a study by Swansea University (UK), after running a marathon, the runners will be 1 cm shorter than when they started because intense running causes the discs in the vertebrae to be compressed. Although this situation will end after a day it still affects the height growth. If the compression of the vertebrae is continuous for a long time, mineralizing the cartilage to form the bones for height growth will not take place in the best conditions. Moreover, when we lose too much energy from exercise, such as marathon running, our bodies are in a state of fatigue and our eating and resting will also be affected, thereby adversely affecting height growth.

Martial arts

Currently, many parents let their children study martial arts at an early age to enhance self-defense skills and improve health. However, they do not know that practicing martial arts early can greatly affect their children's height growth.

Martial arts training with high intensity will make children's bones harder and firmer. However, hard and firm bones for children under puberty make cartilage at the epiphyses grow less, thereby making the diaphyses shorter than those in children who do not practice martial arts or choose other sports.

Practicing martial arts at an early age can affect children's height growth a lot.

Children who practice martial arts often have to perform fast and strong moves and suffer impact with high intensity, and their bodies will also make adjustments to adapt to this. Specifically, the bones will tend to be thickened to withstand the pressure and grow in thickness rather than in length. For children practicing martial arts, the membranes of the bones use a lot of calcium to build up the outside of the bones. This makes the cartilages at the epiphyses deficient in calcium, which results in limitations in height growth.

Artistic figure skating

Artistic figure skating is a highly demanding sport that combines elements of athleticism, grace, and artistry on the ice. Skaters start their training at a young age and often dedicate countless hours to perfecting their routines. While the sport offers numerous physical and mental benefits, it can also present unique challenges related to growth and development, particularly in young skaters.

Professional ballet

The emphasis on maintaining a specific body type, coupled with the demands of perfecting intricate choreography, can influence the timing and pace of an individual's growth during their formative years. As a result, professional ballet dancers may experience variations in their height and physical development compared to peers who are not engaged in such intensive training.

Weightlifting

The mechanical stress placed on the developing bones and joints of young lifters can affect the growth plates, which are areas of cartilage at the ends of long bones responsible for longitudinal growth. Overloading these growth plates with excessive weight or improper form may disrupt their normal development.

Diving

Diving is an exhilarating sport that combines grace, precision, and athleticism. However, it's worth noting that divers, particularly those involved in competitive diving, often face unique challenges related to their physical development and height.

The demands of diving, including practicing complex aerial maneuvers, perfecting entry techniques, and maintaining an impeccable form, require rigorous training from a young age. This intensive training regimen can lead to prolonged periods spent out of the water, especially on dry land practicing dives and perfecting techniques.

Extreme calisthenics

Extreme calisthenics, characterized by highly demanding bodyweight exercises and intense training regimens, can potentially have effects on growth, especially when undertaken without adequate supervision and proper attention to nutrition. This form of exercise often includes movements, such as advanced bodyweight exercises, static holds, and high-intensity interval training.

While calisthenics can offer numerous health benefits, the extreme nature of some routines may place additional stress on the body, particularly in adolescents and young individuals who are still growing.

Conclusion,

Above are some sports that can adversely affect height growth, so we should limit or practice with appropriate intensity and proper methods. Even if we are passionate about these sports, do not abuse them to facilitate height growth.

The key takeaway here is balance. Remember that physical activity is essential for overall health, and sports can offer a wealth of benefits beyond just height. The choices we make, be it as parents guiding our children or as individuals shaping our fitness journeys should be informed and mindful.