The emphasis on competitive or elite sports in schools can strip the joy from physical activity for many, School uniforms may be contributing to the problem by being too restrictive, The majority of adolescents globally do not get enough exercise, Time spent in front of TVs, iPads and other devices competes with opportunities for physical activity, There are many benefits to spending time outdoors, in nature and connecting with others, Children in England and Wales are among the most inactive in the world, There are lots of other reasons why children are inactive, The problem could be addressed simply with a change in uniform policy, The finger of blame is often pointed at screens, Screen time is not the only reason why children are inactive,

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