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Summary

Parental and friend support positively influences Spanish adolescents' physical activity levels. This social support is linked to increased moderate or vigorous physical activity during leisure time for both genders.

Area of Science:

  • Adolescent Health
  • Social Psychology
  • Physical Activity Research

Background:

  • Social support from parents and friends is crucial for adolescent well-being.
  • Understanding the role of social support in shaping physical activity habits is important for public health.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between parental and peer support and different intensities of physical activity in Spanish adolescents.
  • To analyze gender-specific differences in this relationship.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 352 Spanish adolescents (aged 12-16 years).
  • Participants completed the International Physical Activity Questionnaire for Adolescents and a social support questionnaire.
  • Linear regression analyses adjusted for age were performed.
Keywords:
Adolescentes. Apoyo social. Deportes. Estilo de vida.

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  • Parental and peer support positively correlated with vigorous physical activity in both boys and girls.
  • Social support was also positively associated with moderate-intensity physical activity in girls.
  • Specific regression coefficients (β) indicated significant positive influences for both support types across genders.

Conclusions:

  • Parental and peer support are significant contributors to moderate and vigorous physical activity levels in Spanish adolescents.
  • Interventions promoting social support may enhance physical activity engagement in this demographic.