The Nevis Health Promotion Unit (HPU) continues its annual activities in recognition of World Obesity Day where they aim to promote activities or habits that prevent the non-communicable disease of Obesity amongst others.

Activities began on Friday February 28^th, where individuals were encouraged to park their vehicles at the Villa Grounds and walk into Charlestown for work or conduct their business.

On Monday March 3^rd, the exercises continued with a Step Quest. Persons were asked to take 2,000 steps daily until Friday March 7^th, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Some tips given to make the quota are: parking and walking, walking during breaks and strolling during lunch.

Persons must submit proof every day of completion by screenshotting the data from an app or smart device by 4:00 p.m. daily. This will be done through a provided QR code. Participants will have the chance to win various prizes.

Furthermore, the events will climax on Friday, March 7^th, with a “Fun Run in the Sun” event, which is a relay race beginning at Best Buy Supermarket and ending at the Simeon Daniel Statue in Charlestown.

The Nevis HPU urges all to “Get up and step into a healthier you!”