Exercising is very helpful in improving the general health of most people and may be particularly helpful as part of a plan for your own health needs.

The exercise referral scheme is set up as a partnership between yourself, your GP practice and your local Leisure Centre, to help you to improve your own health. You will be invited to take part in an exercise programme that will be designed especially for you to enjoy, starting as slowly as you need. It will initially be a programme of 12 weeks, which, if you follow carefully, can bring many benefits for your health and well being.

The programme is for adults who currently do not take part in any physical activity. This includes people who are overweight, obese or may suffer from a long-term health problem such as diabetes heart disease or arthritis, as long as it is stable.

You may be ready to try an exercise programme and are motivated to take responsibility for improving your own health in this way.

Exercise on referral takes place at Meadowside Leisure Centre, Burton upon Trent, and Uttoxeter Leisure Centre, Uttoxeter.