The July school holidays have arrived and those responsible may be worried about their children having fun only on screens, a favorite leisure activity for most young people. Experts, however, state that physical activity in regular leisure time is essential for the health and well-being of adolescents. An article in the BJHBS magazine investigated this topic and provided important data:

• 61% of Brazilian teenagers practice leisure-time physical activity outside of school. 
• Among those who exercise, boys are more active than girls.
• Football and dancing are the most popular activities.
• Lack of time, interest and place to practice are the main reasons for inactivity.

Tips for staying active:
• Find an activity you enjoy!
• Get together with friends to exercise together.
• Have fun, because physical activity should be a pleasure, not a sacrifice!

Read the full article at: https://www.e-publicacoes.uerj.br/revistahupe/article/view/29446

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