Physical activity levels in adolescents: a case study

• Main Authors: Juan Carlos Sevilla (Author), Mar Calvo (Author), Rubén Castro (Author), Josep Sánchez (Author), Guillermo Oviedo (Author), Anna Iglesias (Author), Mirian Guerra (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: FEADEF, 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Physical Activity (PA) is very important during childhood and adolescence in order to promote healthy development and prevent obesity. The WHO recommends 60 minutes daily of moderate-vigorous activity (e» 3 METs/day). The main objective of the study is to assess the levels of PA intensity performed...