These days too many of us spend too much of our time sitting on our behinds either watching television, playing on the computer or play station or simply doing nothing at all.
As a result we a getting larger and larger as the number of obese increases every year.
This does not have to be the case.
Today there is a growing industry that is helping people to get out and get active.
This hobby is the world of remote controlled cars.
While this may not seem like much anything that gets us out of our chairs and out of the house is going to help.
Here are a few things to know to help you get your new hobby stared.
First of all it is important to remember that there are a variety of different levels to remote controlled cars.
There is what is known as entry level cars which are generally not as powerful or fast although some can still move.
Most people start with an electric remote controlled car which can be charged before and between uses.
These are certainly the kind that kids and teenagers go for.
For those who find their hobby becomes a little more there is the petrol RC Cars which motor like you wouldn't believe.
These have great scope for upgrade and come in a huge variety or models each with their own style.
The very top models take petrol from the petrol station the same as your car does along with oil which again will come from the local petrol station.
The great thing about these RC Cars is that they can be upgraded and customised allowing you to get a truly unique car.
Along with RC Cars you can also get a number of other remote controlled vehicles.
One of the most popular is the remote controlled helicopter which works much the same as the cars except they fly around just as you would expect.
Again these come in a number of models from the small chargeable ones that can fly indoors right up to the petrol powered ones that are better flying round large open spaces like parks.
Along with that are remote controlled tanks, jets, planes and even boats.
So no matter which of these remote controlled options you choice from it will give you a hobby that will get you out of the house while giving you the fun and excitement that a RC hobby can give.
Whether it be driving round a speedy car or a fast and mobile helicopter the fun is endless.
Add to that the joys or building your own, customizing it and adding your own touch you will find your life will never be the same.