title: The Status of Adolescent Fitness.
abstract: Over the past decade numerous reports have cited the health benefits associated with physical activity and regular exercise. This chapter reviews the current status of adolescent physical fitness, describes the benefits of physical fitness, and suggests methods the physician can use to improve the physical activity and fitness of adolescents.
authors.initials: RA
authors.lastname: Raunikar
authors.initials: WB
authors.lastname: Strong