Because of social factors that encourage weight-related concerns, girls and women of all ages engage in more physical activity than do boys and men.

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This statement is actually false. Research has shown that boys and men tend to engage in more physical activity than girls and women due to cultural and societal barriers such as gender stereotypes, lack of access to sports facilities, and the perception that physical activity is not feminine. These barriers can make it more difficult for girls and women to participate in physical activity and sports at the same level as boys and men.

Because of Social Factors That Encourage Weight-Related Concerns, Girls and Women