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Participant characteristics in each pubertal group
| Groups | Pre-pubertal (± SD) | Mid-pubertal (± SD) | Post-pubertal (± SD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| n | 20 | 38 | 30 |
| Age, y | 12.3 ± 0.5 | 13.6 ± 1.0 | 15.0 ± 1.2 |
| Height, cm | 158.0 ± 7.9 | 168.7 ± 7.8 | 178.3 ± 7.1 |
| Weight, kg | 48.1 ± 9.4 | 56.2 ± 8.9 | 68.4 ± 9.3 |
| BMI, kg/m2 | 19.2 ± 2.9 | 19.7 ± 2.3 | 21.5 ± 2.5 |
