10/30/2007

World Heart Day '07

Stimulating the public to Team Up for Healthy Hearts! this September's global event was supported by major international team sports stars, including the UK's Liverpool Football Club captain Steven Gerrard MBE and Brett Lee, fast bowler for the Australian cricket team.

‘As an Australian Government Healthy Active Ambassador, it’s my role to motivate everyone, young and old, to get healthy and active,’ the cricketer explained.
Worldwide, thousands of people took part in events to encourage more exercise. In Ireland, for example, over 400 groups of families and friends teamed up for walks. Other activities included health checks, runs and fitness sessions, public talks, stage shows, scientific forums, exhibitions, concerts, carnivals, and sports tournaments.