A survey finds that affiliation with a sports club is associated with greater physical strength.

What it means

A survey conducted by the Japan Sports Agency (for fiscal year 2025) has found a significant association between belonging to a sports club—either at school or in the community—and having greater physical strength. The survey highlights that the gap in physical fitness between those who participate in organized sports and those who do not is widening.

Accuracy & sourcesGrounded

The claim is solid as a report of the survey's results, originating from the Japan Sports Agency's fiscal 2025 survey and reported by the reputable wire service Jiji Press. The finding describes an association between club affiliation and physical strength, not a proven causal relationship, but the source is authoritative for the survey data itself.

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