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Has anyone tried Couch to Fitness?

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loubielou31 · 20/05/2025 13:15

That really, I stumbled upon it last night, I think from the NHS website.

It looks like 3x30min workouts a week, cardio, core, glutes. 9 weeks.
I mean like all things it has to be better than not doing any exercises. Is this any good?
I tried the first one this morning, it was a fairly simple routine, warm up, four reps of five exercises, cool down.
Has anyone done the whole programme? What did you think?

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GuiltyConscience321 · 20/05/2025 14:26

I saw this the other day and bookmarked it, this has reminded me to have a look!

Have you seen the Instructor Live videos on the NHS website? There are loads, all about 10 minutes each. I try to do the warm up + two workouts (usually waist + one other) + cool down every day. I like them because they're not trying to sell you anything, and the instructors are encouraging without being too cringey!

loubielou31 · 20/05/2025 14:21

Hoolahoophop · 20/05/2025 14:13

I haven't heard of it, but if it is anything like couch to 5k it should be good.

That's what I am hoping.
I tried to post a link but it won't upload.

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loubielou31 · 20/05/2025 14:20

I did find it through and NHS page.
I go walking and Nordic walking most weeks but feel the need to add something else. Can't really justify the cost of gym membership (mostly because some weeks I just can't get there and it feels like that would be such a waste of money)
I need lower impact, so running is a no.

This might be the kickstart I need, improve my diet and lose a couple of stone.
I mean it's free so there's no real penalty.

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Hoolahoophop · 20/05/2025 14:13

I haven't heard of it, but if it is anything like couch to 5k it should be good.

HollyBerryz · 20/05/2025 13:45

I havent heard of it.