It only takes a little activity to gain some big health benefits. By finding 30 minutes a day you can:

• reduce your risk of coronary heart disease
• reduce your risk of colon cancer
• lower your risk of diabetes
• lower your risk of osteoporosis
• lower your blood pressure
• achieve and maintain a healthy weight
• improve your feeling of wellbeing
• prevent falls.

For extra health benefits also enjoy some regular vigorous activity such as aerobics, jogging or playing football.

Consult your doctor first if you have been inactive for some time, or have major health problems.