"Pump for the Planet"

Schwarzenegger invites you to an online climate work-out

(Bild: APA/EXPA/JOHANN GRODER)

Starting today, Monday, Arnold Schwarzenegger is inviting people to take part in an online climate work-out. Together with Schwarzenegger and other stars, new environmentally friendly habits will be introduced and strengthened every week in a video with the help of a training plan.

"I'm talking about training for the environment. For example: ride your bike to work, to dinner or wherever you want to go instead of using the car," says the international star.

"Ultimate strength training"
The Schwarzenegger Climate Initiative wants to use the videos to invite the general public to "integrate environmentally conscious habits into their everyday lives step by step by taking part in the campaign" for several weeks until the "Austrian World Summit" on June 20 in Vienna.

"We exercise to strengthen our bodies, but the vitality of our environment is just as important for our well-being. Our planet needs active support, and that's why 'The Ultimate Strength Training for the Environment' was developed," explained Monika Langthaler, Director of the initiative.

Celebrities train for the environment
Every week, the focus is on a new environmental topic, including exercises to join in with. Celebrities from the world of sport and film - including Ralf Moeller, Felix Neureuther, Harald Siegel, Elisabeth Görgl, The BossHoss and Barbara Meier - actively participate in the work-out and train for the environment in the following weeks. The campaign is accompanied by a wealth of background information and examples of good practice.

The first week of training is entitled "Let's go!" and focuses on the topic of mobility. It encourages people to either cycle to work, walk short distances or plan their next journey by train. The work-out can be viewed on the Austrian World Summit website.