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Melody Smith: Professor on report putting New Zealand among the worst for physical activity

Published: Oct. 24, 2022, 6:20 p.m.

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A report puts New Zealand among the worst for physical activity, with declining levels of school-children opting for walking and cycling.

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Out of 57 countries, New Zealand\'s scored a D for what\'s known as active transport, with school-aged children receiving a C+, with data getting worse as kids grow older.

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The data shows 55 percent of trips to school are car trips, which account for our overall lack of exercise

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Auckland University Nursing Professor Melody Smith told Mike Hosking changing our activity is a team effort.

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She says activity levels are low amongst teens due to the stress they face with school.

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