How to keep fit with no money

Keeping fit and healthy is important for your physical and mental well-being, but it doesn’t have to cost a fortune. There are many ways to exercise and stay active in the UK without spending any money, or very little. Here are some tips and ideas to help you get started.

Use free outdoor gyms
Many parks and open spaces in the UK have free outdoor gyms that you can use anytime. These gyms have equipment such as cross trainers, rowers, pull-up bars and resistance machines that you can use to work out different parts of your body. You don’t need special clothing or shoes, dress comfortably and bring some water. To find your nearest outdoor gym, check your local council’s website or visit The Great Outdoor Gym Company or Fresh Air Fitness.

Join a park run or a walking group
If you enjoy running or walking, you can join a park run or a walking group in your area. Park runs are free, weekly, timed 5k events that take place every Saturday morning in hundreds of locations across the UK. You can register online and print your barcode to track your progress and compare your results with others. Walking groups are also a great way to meet new people and explore new places while getting some exercise. You can find local walking groups on websites such as Walking for Health or Ramblers.

Volunteer for a good cause
Another way to keep fit while helping others is to volunteer for a good cause that involves physical activity. For example, you can join GoodGym, a non-profit organisation that combines fitness with community work. You can run to and from a task that benefits a local person or organisation, such as gardening, moving furniture, litter picking or sorting food at a food bank. You can also join the Conservation Volunteers Green Gym, which offers free outdoor sessions where you can improve your environment and your health by doing practical conservation work.

Download a free fitness app
If you prefer to exercise at home or on your own, you can download a free fitness app on your phone or tablet that can guide you through different workouts and track your progress. There are many apps to choose from, depending on your goals and preferences. For example, Strava is a popular app that lets you record and share your activities such as running, cycling, walking and more. You can also join challenges and compete with other users. Another app is Nike Training Club, which offers hundreds of workouts for all levels and abilities, from yoga to HIIT.

• Strava: This app lets you record and share your activities such as running, cycling, walking and more. You can also join challenges and compete with other users.
• Nike Training Club: This app offers hundreds of workouts for all levels and abilities, from yoga to HIIT.
• 7-Minute Workout: This app provides quick and effective workouts that you can do anywhere with no equipment.
• Couch to 5K: This app helps you gradually build up your running ability from zero to 5k in nine weeks.

Buy secondhand kit or equipment
You don’t have to buy new ones if you want to invest in some kit or equipment for your home workouts. You can save money by buying secondhand items from apps such as Depop or Vinted, where you can find leggings, sports bras, trainers and more at low prices. You can also look for multifunctional equipment that you can use for different exercises, such as dumbbells, resistance bands or kettlebells. You don’t need much space or money to create your home gym.

These are just some of the ways you can keep fit in the UK with no money. Remember that the most important thing is to find something that you enjoy and that suits your lifestyle and budget. Keeping fit should be fun and rewarding, not stressful or expensive.