The NHS Fitness Studio is a free online library of workout videos available to everyone at nhs.uk/conditions/nhs-fitness-studio/. No account or login is required to access the videos, making it an accessible free fitness resource for NHS staff and the public alike.
The NHS Fitness Studio: free online workout videos
The NHS Fitness Studio hosts a collection of video workouts recorded by InstructorLive and made available free of charge on the NHS website. Videos are available across three categories: aerobic exercise, strength and resistance, and Pilates and yoga. No subscription, gym membership, or equipment is required to access any of the videos, and most sessions require only a mat and comfortable clothing.
The videos are suitable for a range of fitness levels, from complete beginners through to those with existing exercise experience, and session lengths vary from 10 minutes to 45 minutes depending on the class.
Aerobic exercise classes on the NHS Fitness Studio
The aerobic exercise section includes beginner aerobics classes running for around 45 minutes, a wake-up workout designed as a higher-intensity morning session, and belly dancing for beginners. These classes are designed to raise heart rate and improve cardiovascular fitness without requiring any equipment.
Sessions are delivered as recorded videos of previously live webcasts, meaning they can be followed at any time without interacting with an instructor in real time.
Strength, resistance and Pilates videos
The strength and resistance section includes 10-minute targeted workouts covering arms, abs, legs, waist, and lower body toning, making them practical for NHS staff with limited time between shifts. A chair-based Pilates option is also available for those who prefer seated exercise or who have mobility considerations.
The Pilates and yoga section includes Level 1 Pilates for beginners, a Pyjamas Pilates session focusing on flexibility, Pilates with back pain, and a bedtime meditation session. Session lengths range from 10 to 45 minutes, with full details on each video page on the NHS website.
Other free and low-cost fitness options for NHS staff
The David Lloyd NHS discount gives Blue Light Card holders up to 20% off gym membership at participating clubs. The Fitness First NHS offer gives a first month at £10 for new members with no joining fee.
