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Physical activity levels in adolescents differ by pubertal status and gender. Post-pubertal boys showed reduced activity during free time and recesses compared to pre/mid-pubertal boys.

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  • Physical Activity Research
  • Puberty and Development

Background:

  • Understanding physical activity (PA) differences across pubertal stages is crucial for adolescent health.
  • Gender-specific variations in PA during puberty require further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare physical activity levels between pre/mid-pubertal and post-pubertal adolescents, stratified by gender.

Main Methods:

  • 1842 adolescents (12.5-17.4 years) from the HELENA study wore accelerometers for 7 days.
  • Pubertal status was determined by physical examination (Tanner stages 1-3 vs. 4-5).
  • PA was analyzed across different times of day and week, comparing pubertal groups by gender.

Main Results:

  • No significant difference in total PA was found between pre/mid-pubertal and post-pubertal girls.
  • Post-pubertal boys exhibited 17.6% less PA on school-free days compared to pre/mid-pubertal boys.
  • Boys showed a 20% reduction in PA during school recesses in the post-pubertal group versus the pre/mid-pubertal group.

Conclusions:

  • Reduced physical activity in post-pubertal adolescents is primarily observed in boys during non-structured times.
  • These findings highlight gender-specific patterns of physical activity decline during puberty.