Our bodies are designed to be active….we are the product of millions of years of evolution, during which we gathered, hunted, ran, climbed, jumped, and a host of other things.....
No - one is suggesting that we try to become Olympic athletes, but many will agree that sitting at a desk all day and then on a settee all evening is not what we were designed for.

BEING OVERWEIGHT AND INACTIVE IS A HEALTH ISSUE
As recently as Feb 2006, a survey* showed that 40 % of the UK population is overweight and a further 21% obese. This is IN SPITE of the British being among the biggest spenders on diet products. Why does this matter? Because apart from anything else being unfit and overweight can lead to a whole host of potential health problems – as well as negative perceptions of yourself.

MOST DIETS DON'T WORK...THEY CAN BE BAD FOR YOU!
The great majority of diets DO NOT WORK - as has been proved many times - because they deprive your body of a healthy balanced diet and ignore the other part of the equation - physical activity !

THE MAGIC FORMULA - EAT PROPERLY AND GET ENOUGH EXERCISE!
The best, long-term way to be healthy is to have a balanced diet and an adequate level of physical activity. Physical activity CAN be enjoyable and CAN be integrated into your lifestyle. Being motivated and staying motivated is one of the keys to being healthy.

*Overweight Consumers and the future of Food and Drinks” - The Independent, Feb 3 2006