Public Health England

PHE is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department of Health and Social Care.

FACT Guidance

Health matters, getting every adult active every day.

“They state by increasing our physical activity, the potential to improve the physical and mental health and well-being of individuals, families, communities and the nation as a whole.”

Recommendations

“Adults in England should aim to take part in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week or more, according to physical activity guidelines for adults”

Activity Guidelines For Adults

From the UK Chief Medical Officers

Lack of physical activity is costing the UK an estimated £7.4 billion a year, including £0.9 billion to the NHS alone