One in four teenagers without physical activity by 2025

In 2025, one in four adolescents did not engage in any physical activity, a trend unchanged since 2010, according to the WHO. The report highlights that about 240 million adolescents worldwide reported no active days in a week, with only 14% remaining active every day. The average activity level was just 2.7 days per week, indicating stagnation in progress towards the 2030 physical activity goals. Girls were less active than boys in most countries, reflecting persistent social and cultural barriers. The WHO emphasizes the need for improved safety in public spaces and transportation to encourage walking and cycling, particularly for girls. Without significant action, adolescent inactivity is expected to remain unchanged throughout the decade.