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Growth patterns in young Italian students: a longitudinal study

Our body is exposed to the physical growth effects during the first two decades of life. Changes in body and gender evolution are the macroscopic outcomes that affect all adolescents. Also, the hormonal levels cause an increasing and important peak of muscular strength and power, variations in endurance and in speed performance. Even in the school environment, physical activity is modified and sometimes compromised. In particular, during school course all Physical Education (PE) teachers observe the growing path of their students. The aim of this study is to show the growth patterns of Italian students observed during three different stages.

physical growth ; students, height ; weight

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