Doing more exercise, not endless sit-ups in gym clothing, will get rid of fat around the stomach area, Fat Free Fitness has advised.

Rich Leigh, founder of Fat Free Fitness, a loss specific personal training agency, said that there are many fitness myths out there that need to be dispelled.

He said that many people believe fat can be "spot reduced".

"No amount of sit-ups will rid you of a tummy paunch - it'll work the muscle underneath but only a healthy diet and an active lifestyle will get rid of the body fat," he explained.

The Department of Health's Change4Life campaign has just launched a new phase emphasising the importance of a healthy lifestyle among adults.

Mr Leigh said that that elements from programmes such as this need to be added to the National Curriculum so that, from a young age, people learn about how to lead healthier lifestyles.

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