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Sport is only one way of being active and it’s usually done at particular times and on particular days. Teens should get physical activity throughout the day, every day.
Want teenagers to be more active? Just talk to them first
A new study reports that school-based physical activity interventions are ineffective in improving young people’s activity levels. But we just need to think outside the box if we want them to work.
Focusing on two determinants of mental health can help pupils prevent issues arising.
We asked teenagers what they need to get, and stay, active.
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