2/3 of Canadians are physically inactive and are a risk factor for several chronic diseases. *

Not surprisingly, overweight people who are restricted in their daily activities were at increased risk of becoming obese. *

Once people are overweight, they are likely to pack on more kilos, than they are to take them off. *

About 21,000 lives where lost prematurely in Canada in 1995 because of inactivity. *

Physical inactivity can lead to a host of chronic degenerative conditions and premature death. A physically active lifestyle is an important public health objective. *

* Source: The Daily [reports], Statistics Canada. Various dates.