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David Lubans, Professor, University of Newcastle

INSANE: Can t get your teen off the couch high intensity interval training might help - The Real Truth

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Many parents will understand the frustration of coming home from work to find their teens slumped on the couch with their eyes glued to their phones or the TV.

This is not unusual, and dozens of studies have shown physical activity levels decline during the teenage years. In Australia, less than 10% of older adolescents are getting enough physical activity.

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