Swimming is the nation's most popular physical sporting activity, with nearly 12 million people in the UK swimming regularly. It is probably one of the most accessible forms of exercise that you could do.

It's the ideal 'all round' sport. Irrespective of your ability, standard or age there is an aspect of swimming that is just right for

you. Whether you want to start getting fit, sustain a level of fitness or just want to socialise with friends, get down to one of our 17 pools in the city and start making a splash!Health experts are becoming more and more worried about increasing rates of heart disease, diabetes and obesity. It is generally considered that diets in the 21st century are getting worse and we are taking less exercise.

If you start swimming regularly it really could be the beginning of a new you - it could help you lose weight, make you feel good

and help you live an altogether healthier lifestyle. If you start swimming just a couple of times each week, you could soon notice a real difference.

Birmingham City Council has 17 swimming pools involved in the promotion. You can find your nearest pool or leisure centre by clicking here: Pools and Leisure Centre list and map