Sonia leads race to get youngsters fit

ATHLETICS ace Sonia O’Sullivan is leading the race to get youngsters fitter by encouraging them to eat proper breakfasts, cut down on the television and be more active.

The former world champion and Olympic silver medallist has launched a Family Fitness campaign — with fast food giant McDonalds — to improve the health of the nation.

The Cork-born mother-of-two has a section on the McDonalds’ website where she lists her top tips for a healthy active lifestyle for families.