Abstract

Physical inactivity is a public health concern that is considered a potential risk factor for adverse health effects worldwide. It is one of the leading causes of comorbidities, in adolescents at an early age. Increased levels of physical inactivity have negative impact on health systems, the environment, economic development, community wellbeing and quality of life. This evidence-based review is aimed to explore the prevalence of inactivity of adolescence using smart devices. Methods: PubMed/Medline and Google Scholar data bases were searched by the authors to identify studies published from 2012 to 2021 covering adolescence using key search terms such as obesity, physical inactivity, Basal Metabolic Index, smart phone devices. Results: The findings from the related article show that the prevalence rate of physical activity among adolescence is high. Conclusion: The results of this review recommended the urgent need for members, organizations, policy makers, teachers and parents to implement measures that are made mandatory to reduce and prevent obesity and comorbidities among adolescence.

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