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Fitness levels improved in autistic adolescents with just a little activity, researchers say

Fitness levels improved in autistic adolescents with just a little activity, researchers say

The Galveston County Daily News, March 21, 2025

Even low levels of daily physical activity can lead to significant improvements in fitness levels, social responsiveness, cognitive flexibility, and planning and organizing abilities in autistic adolescents, according to the latest research from UTMB’s Dr. Claudia Hilton. She discussed the findings with the GCDN.