National Physical Activity Guidelines

The Australian Government has also put in many exercise related plans such as the Governor's 30 Day Family Challenge and the many fun runs.

The Australian Government has promoted being active for them to save money on hospitals so they can re-direct that into more important things like the current recession and re-building the destroyed homes and lives of the Black Saturday victims.

Put together at least 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity on most, preferably all days.

Children (5–12) – At least 60 minutes (up to several hours is recommended) of moderate to vigorous physical activity per day, with focus on developing motor skills and having fun – no more than two hours per day surfing the net, watching TV or playing video games.

Youth (12–18) – At least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per day and no more than two hours using electronic media (unless educational).

Older people – Should follow Adult guidelines – strength and balance training also recommended.

Researchers estimate that 88 to 97% of type 2 diabetes cases diagnosed in overweight people are a direct result of obesity.

Gallstones and gall bladder disorders Gout - The chance this condition may develop in people with obesity incidents are remarkably higher than people who are at a healthy weight, gout is strongly associated with obesity.