Physical activity

All adults should do some type of physical activity every day. Any type of activity is good for you.

Adults should:

· aim to be physically active every day. Any activity is better than none, and more is better still.

· do strengthening activities that work all the major muscles (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms) on at least 2 days a week.

· do at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity a week or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity activity a week.

· reduce time spent sitting or lying down and break up long periods of not moving with some activity.

If you are planning to get pregnant and you are already active, you can carry on with your exercise.

If you want to start exercising and get fit before getting pregnant, you need to make sure the type of intensity of your activity is appropriate for your level of fitness. Fitness is full of exercise plans, such as Couch to 5K, Strength and Flex workouts, Home Workouts to help you get more active

Remember: The secret to getting fit for free is to use every opportunity to be active.