Research shows a decline in physical activity levels during adolescence, particularly among
girls. This study explored perceived barriers to participation in moderate and vigorous …

Background: Many adolescent girls have low levels of physical activity and participation
declines with age. This review identifies recent correlates of physical activity in adolescent …

This study explored male adolescents' reasons for participating in moderate and vigorous
physical activity, perceived barriers to moderate and vigorous physical activity, and …

PURPOSE: To explore the views high school students have about various physical activity
contexts and their ideas of potential physical activity promoting strategies. METHODS: Forty …

Physical inactivity is a major public health concern. Low levels of physical activity are
reported in many subgroups of women including adolescent girls. More data are needed to …

Physical activity levels in girls decline dramatically during adolescence, most profoundly
among minorities. To explore ethnic and racial variation in attitudes toward physical activity …

Low levels of physical activity among adolescent girls are a cause for concern. Examining
girls' physical activity perceptions and motivations through in-depth qualitative research …

OBJECTIVE.: Little is known about the types of physical activity (PA) in which adolescent
girls participate. Understanding this, along with examining specific psychosocial correlates …

Identifying ways to increase and sustain active living among young people represents a
priority for health promotion interventions. This qualitative study explored the experiences of …

Objective: To synthesize evidence from qualitative studies relating to adolescent girls'
perceptions of physical activity participation. The protocol for this review is registered with …