Standing in schools
We were pleased to see a discussion on standing in schools on The Wright Stuff on Channel 5 this week, a great chance to bring this important topic to a large audience.
Most Under-Fives Not Getting Enough Exercise
Experts say being active is proven to support brain and muscle development as well as helping with social skills. Source: Sky News
School gets kids to stand rather than sit to tackle obesity
ITV Anglia reported on the Active Movement programme at the Old School House Nursery near Newmarket.
Children encouraged to stand up at school
Children as young as three are being taught the importance of getting up and about – to help them prevent the diseases of old age. View the video on bbc.co.uk Listen to the Audio
The schools taking a stand against too much sitting down
At the Old School House nursery near Newmarket in Suffolk, three- and four-year-olds are beginning their battle against the diseases of old age.
Dr Mike Loosemore in Hospital Services magazine
Dr Mike Loosemore appears in this month’s Hospital Services. He talks about his desire to medicalise physical activity as both a preventative intervention and treatment of disease.
Dr. Mike Loosemore on the Today Programme
Dr Mike Loosemore of University College Hospital says low-level physical exercise like standing up at work will improve health.
Dr Mike Loosemore talks about education and well-being
Dr Loosemore appears on BBC Radio 5live to talk about the poor health and high levels of obesity amongst schoolchildren.
Media Round-up
Sedentary behaviour, inactivity and their disastrous effect on our bodies have been making the news again.
Dr Loosemore on the BBC
Dr Loosemore has appeared on TV and radio as the expert in this field. It also reaffirms the potential of Active Movement for your business, school or family.