There is plenty of research showing that active children tend to become active adults, but they need to be given the support to turn physical activity into a lifelong habit.
Young women are particularly at risk of leading sedentary lives, possibly due to a lack of appealing options for them or a perceived gender bias around sport. One easy and enjoyable way to encourage physical activity among young women and girls, which is often overlooked, is through dance programmes. Dance can be particularly attractive to young women as a physical activity, with the added benefit that it boosts self-confidence and provides an outlet for creative expression.
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