88% of 14-yr old girls aren't exercising enough

That's according to this report from the UK Womens' Sport and Fitness Foundation.

Just 12% of 14 year old girls are reaching the recommended levels of physical activity, 

 

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The report's summary appeals for healthier lifestyles for schoolgirls, making us in the Campaign wonder how we -in Ireland just as much as the UK- could have created such a hostile environment for kids to engage in active travel to and from school, or for their other short journeys!?  The dangers of sedentary transport are becoming more and more obvious- another reason our conference this year is so relevant.