Free and low cost ways to get active

Regular exercise can not only improve your physical health, it can also boost your self-esteem, mood, sleep quality and energy, as well as reducing your risk of stress and depression.

Out and about

• Love Exploring
  Download the free app to discover a range of games, guided tours and trails across Gateshead
   
• Active Mums (opens new window)
  Meet new mums in your area and get active in a friendly, supportive environment
   
• Active Through Football (opens new window)
  Free sessions including walking football, soccercise and multi-sports
   
• Walking and cycling routes
  A range of scenic routes to explore at your leisure
   
• Gateshead Libraries events (opens new window)
  Includes guided walks highlighting Gateshead's heritage and natural beauty
   
• Our Gateshead - things to do (opens new window)
  A directory of events and activities across the borough
   
• Gateshead Older People’s Assembly (opens new window) 
  Classes, groups and activities for over 50s
   
• Couch to 5K (opens new window) 
  Gradually work towards running 5km in just nine weeks
   

At home

• 10 Minute Shake Up games (opens new window)
  Family fun featuring your favourite Disney characters
   
• NHS home workout videos (opens new window) 
  10 minute cardio and strengthening workouts
   
• NHS Fitness Studio exercise videos (opens new window) 
  Aerobics, strength and resistance, and pilates and yoga
   
• Healthworks – Get Active At Home (opens new window) 
  A range of mini workouts that you can mix and match throughout the week
   
• Healthworks – Staying Steady Workouts (opens new window) 
  Improve your strength and balance to help prevent falls