Weightlifting safety for young athletes

The Andrews Institute in Gulf Breeze will hold a free weightlifitng injury-prevention course for adolescent and high school athletes on from 5:30-7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 29 at the Andrews-Paulos Research & Education Institute, Classrooms A & B, at the Andrews Institute Campus, 1020 Gulf Breeze Parkway.

Topics will include common injuries when lifting improperly and the benefits of proper weight training. High school and adolescent-aged athletes, parents, coaches, athletic trainers and physical therapists are encouraged to attend. A complete course schedule is available at www.theandrewsinstitute.com.

Faculty will provide hands-on instruction teaching proper weightlifting techniques. Participants should be prepared to exercise and dress in athletic clothing.

The course is free, but limited to the first 50 participants to register. Register by calling 916-8650.