Portugal least active in EU, Eurobarometer finds
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Key points
- 68% of Portuguese never exercise, highest rate in EU; only 4% do so daily
- Lack of motivation cited by 39% as main reason for inactivity
- Young men aged 15–24 most active: 85% report regular sport participation
Summary
Portugal ranks last among EU nations for physical activity, according to a Eurobarometer survey released this week. Two-thirds of Portuguese respondents say they never exercise, compared with an EU average of 39%, while just 4% exercise daily—the lowest figure across the bloc.
The survey found a slight improvement since 2022, when 73% reported no regular activity. Among demographic groups, men over 75 are least active, with 95% saying they never exercise. Teenagers aged 15–24 show the highest participation, with 85% of boys and 63% of girls reporting regular sport.
Original headline
Portugal é o país da UE onde a população afirma fazer menos desporto
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