Get fit for FREE!
WOMAN - UK|May 29, 2023
Wave goodbye to expensive workouts and try out these expert-approved, fat-burning alternatives – without spending a penny!
Get fit for FREE!

Cost of living crisis derailing your fitness goals? You’re not alone. High inflation means those pricey gym memberships might just be another luxury you’re sacrificing to save your bank balance. In fact, a recent survey found that 62% of Brits have had to make cuts to their fitness spending due to rising prices*. But don’t panic. ‘It’s possible for people to achieve a high level of fitness without spending money,’ reassures personal trainer Tommy Hogan-Wilkes. Here’s how…

Walk it off

Walking costs nothing, requires no equipment and promises an appealing bouquet of health benefits. Plus, now the sunshine is making a comeback, there’s no excuse not to get out for a ramble. Just 30 minutes of exercise, including walking, five times a week reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer and type 2 diabetes, and can significantly improve symptoms of depression or anxiety.

Think NEAT

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