Only 59% of girls say they enjoy secondary school PE lessons and activities compared to 83% of boys – with periods and confidence levels being the two biggest barriers.
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PE 'enjoyment gap' widens for girls: Why it matters and how we can help
Periods and low confidence prevent more than a third of girls enjoying sport, finds study
What barriers to participation prevent girls taking part in sports? - PE Blog
Three-year trend of girls reporting same barriers to physical activity in schools - Youth Sport Trust
Girls not enjoying PE as much as boys because of periods and low body confidence, UK News
How We Can Work to Prioritize Physical Education in Our Nation's Schools - Action for Healthy Kids
Periods and low confidence put some girls off sport