Postawa młodzieży gimnazjalnej wobec aktywności fizycznej

Physical activity is one of the basic elements of healthy life style. During adolescence it is a natural mechanism stimulating all the processes in the body, whereas in adulthood physical activity becomes a preventive measure. The aim of this paper is to determine the attitudes of lower secondary school boys towards physical activity. Material and method. A survey was conducted among boys from selected lower secondary schools in Bydgoszcz in 2014. The survey questions related to the motives of engaging in physical activity, the way of spending leisure time as well as participation in sport. Conclusions. Most of the lower secondary school boys prefer passive forms of recreation and reveal a low awareness of the links between physical activity and health.