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Children 'lacking in exercise'

Half of all seven-year-olds do not get enough exercise - and girls are far less active than boys, research shows.

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BMJ's exercise findings in full

According to the BMJ's research into exercise taken by seven-year-olds:

  • Only on in three (33 percent) of Bangladeshi children managed the recommended exercise minimum.
  • Children in Scotland were the second worst country for overall activity. Only 52.5 percent were able to meet the one hour target.
  • Seven-year-olds living in the north west of England were the most likely to hit the one hour mark, with 58 percent taking part in vigorous exercise.
  • However, children in the midlands came in last, with only 46 percent likely to meet the bare minimum.

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