Hundreds keep fit by turning out for six-a-side football league

It is held every Tuesday at the Arena Leisure Centre on the Bognor Regis Community College campus in Westloats Lane.

Organiser John Harris said: "I speak to most of the people participating every week and the overwhelming feedback has been that they enjoy playing as it gives them a weekly workout while having fun.

"Quite a number of individuals said they disliked going to the gym and running on a treadmill, but they were happy to take part in a team sport as it is much easier to get motivated when others around you are doing the same."

The league gives local teams the chance to participate in a weekly event which is professionally organised.

But the emphasis is much more on fun and enjoyment than winning at all costs.

Mr Harris added: "On a personal level, I understand what the players are saying, having played both professional and semi-professional football for over ten years now.

"Training or working out alone is difficult and it is hard to motivate yourself, but when you are involved in a team, even a small team of five or six members, it's much easier to get yourself up for the session."

To take part call John Harris on 0870 330 0888 or register online at www.prostarleagues.com

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