Pediatric investigation study highlights two-way association between teen fitness and confidence
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Physical fitness and self-efficacy are key determinants of adolescent health, influencing both physical well-being and psychological resilience. While each has been independently linked to positive outcomes, their potential interplay remains less understood. Now, a Pediatric Investigation study of 618 Spanish adolescents reports that cardiorespiratory fitness, lower-body strength, and speed-agility are modestly but consistently associated with self-efficacy in both directions, highlighting the value of integrating physical training with confidence-building strategies in schools.
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