Get free personal training sessions and health checks at an open day at the Taro Leisure Centre in Petersfield.

The centre, at Penns Place, is hosting a free open day on Wednesday 9 September, as part of National Fitness Day, the largest celebration of physical activity in the UK.

Cllr Julie Butler, EHDC Portfolio Holder for Customer Relations, said: “We’re delighted to be supporting National Fitness Day and I’d encourage East Hampshire residents to get down to the Taro Leisure Centre and try out what’s on offer.

“In order to avoid obesity, cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes, regular exercise needs to be undertaken by everyone. The government recommends we participate in 30 minutes of moderate physical activity five times a week.

"I’d love to see as many East Hampshire residents as possible try a new activity on Wednesday. We want a healthy population in East Hampshire and regular exercise, as well as a controlled diet, is key to achieving this.”