Tools: Fitness

Interactive tools, smartphone apps and podcasts

  • Couch to 5K

    Couch to 5K has been designed to get you off the couch and running in just 9 weeks.

  • Strength and Flexibility videos

    Watch these videos that were created to support the Strength and Flexibility plan, a five-week exercise programme delivered through podcasts.

  • Couch to 5K running plan

    This audio running plan will guide you from couch to running 5K or (30 minutes) in just nine weeks. Download the podcasts and simply follow the audio instructions.

  • Losing weight - Getting started

    A 12-week PDF weight loss guide combining advice on healthier eating and physical activity.

  • Strength and flexibility podcasts

    Fancy a free personal trainer? Download these free podcasts designed to guide you through a five week plan of exercises to improve your strength and flexibility.

  • Couch to 5K+ running podcasts

    Take your running to the next level with these podcasts designed for graduates of the Couch to 5K plan. Through a mix of coaching and music with a beat to run to, the podcasts focus on improving your speed and stamina.

  • Exercises for older people

    This interactive and printable guide provides step-by-step instructions for exercises focusing on strength, flexibility and balance. Get started with the sitting exercises and build up.

  • Physical activity videos

    From learning how to ride a bike to Bollywood dancing, watch these videos about the different ways people of all ages are keeping fit.

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Weight loss guide

Lose weight the healthy way and learn the skills to keep it off with our 12-week weight loss guide

Couch to 5K

Tips on getting started with the Couch to 5K running plan, including podcasts and real stories to motivate you

Strength and Flex

Download our Strength and Flexibility podcast series and get a free personal trainer

5K+ running podcasts for C25K graduates

Take your running to the next level with new podcasts for Couch to 5K graduates