Czech children exercise more often than average, but girls move less
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According to a new overview, Czech schoolchildren are among those who play sports more often than the European average. Most children regularly engage in some form of physical activity, whether in a sports club or in their free time. For parents and teachers, this is good news, since movement is important for health and proper development.
The smallest interest in physical activity, however, is shown by girls. According to the findings, girls and older adolescents are the least active. A significant decline comes mainly with the onset of puberty. The transition from primary school to secondary school also plays a major role, as interest in sport often decreases at that stage.
Experts therefore recommend finding ways to keep children active during adolescence. These could include various measures, for example offering sports activities that suit girls, or support from schools and families.
The conclusion is therefore mixed: Czech children exercise more than their peers in many other countries, but girls in adolescence deserve greater attention.
Sources: Refresher.cz
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