Living near green spaces, or growing up in a deprived neighbourhood, were both linked to higher fitness levels among teens.
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Every year, about 10 per cent of youth athletes experience a concussion. Research shows there are steps we can take to help prevent these injuries, but we can’t be afraid to make changes.
Want teenagers to be more active? Just talk to them first
Dog walking has health benefits for children - but it’s not a straightforward fitness boost.
Kids’ fitness has declined for several decades, but kids in rich countries are showing improvement. What does this suggest for kids in poor countries?
Girls in primary school are just as physically capable as their male classmates, our research shows.
Kids in the U.S. are not as fit as we might think, based on our the success of our athletic superstars. Why do we lag? It might have to do with inequality.
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Professor of Kinesiology, University of North Dakota
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Research Officer, Swansea University
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Professor in Public Health Data Science, Swansea University
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Professor, University of Sydney and Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network, University of Sydney
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Lecturer of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, University of Sydney
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Chair in Paediatric Exercise Science, Swansea University
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Postdoctoral fellow, Carleton University
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Professor, Sport Injury Prevention Research Centre, Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Calgary
