According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), one in three people are not getting enough exercise, putting approximately 1.8 billion adults worldwide at risk of serious health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart attacks, stroke, cancer, and dementia.
Global Warning
The WHO recommends at least 2.5 hours of moderate exercise per week, equivalent to just 22 minutes a day, to maintain good health. However, 31% of people are failing to meet this target, leading to a significant burden of chronic diseases.
Call to Action
Dr Rüdiger Krech, WHO director of health promotion, emphasized the importance of addressing the issue of physical inactivity, stating that accessible, affordable, and enjoyable ways to encourage physical activity are essential in reducing the risk of diseases and promoting a healthier and more productive population.
Global Comparisons
A study published in The Lancet Global Health revealed that 19% of adults in the UK do not exercise enough, ranking higher than the USA (34%) and France (23%), but lower than Sweden (9%) and Germany (12%). Despite this, two-thirds of Brits are overweight, and rates of dementia, cancer, and type 2 diabetes are on the rise.
Urgent Action Required
The WHO report highlighted a concerning trend of increasing inactivity levels, especially among women and over-60s, pointing to a need for immediate action to reverse the negative impact on global health.
WHO director-general, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, stressed the importance of increasing physical activity to reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease, and improve mental well-being, emphasizing the urgency to address this issue promptly.
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