The alarming number of kids hurting themselves on exercise equipment

New data from Victorian emergency departments has revealed kids were significantly over-represented in treadmill and exercise bike accidents.

It prompted the question on 3AW Breakfast – why are they using them in the first place?

Jason Chambers, general manager of Kidsafe Victoria, said many injuries occurred when inquisitive kids used the equipment without their parents knowledge.

Press PLAY below to hear some tips on how to avoid injury