Get Fit for Free
Exercise has many benefits and you can be active in many ways without spending any money. Learn how to get moving without spending a dime.
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Exercise is key to healthy aging. Physical activity can make your muscles stronger, increase your heart rate, improve your balance, and stretch your muscles, just to name a few benefits. Try all 4 types of exercise for the most benefits: endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility.
Not sure how to get moving? Here are some ideas that don't cost a dime.
- Go for a hike in a park or up and down some stairs.
- Make your own weights with water bottles or other household items.
- Participate in a community-sponsored cleanup or fun run/walk.
- Join a local recreation sports league.
- Walk or roll with friends or family at the mall or around your neighborhood.