How do growth and development issues influence youth fitness and physical activity levels?

Answer 1

First,

If you are trying to write a paper or essay on this subject, I would suggest researching journal articles on "Adolescent Development in Relation to Physical Activity". Journal articles will provide you with science based evidence on this subject.

1. To answer your question, children all develop differently from each other. For example that is why you may see a child who is extremely tall and one who is extremely short. Nutrition plays a role in this, you must think in terms of:
2. Is the child getting adequate nutrition for growth, development, and showing energy for physical activity?
3. What other lifestyle factors may hinder their performance or growth (i.e. disinterested in sports all together, low self-confidence)