With sunnier days, longer evenings, and a bit more free time, summer is the perfect season to focus on your wellbeing. You don’t need a gym membership or expensive gear to stay active. From free park runs to fitness classes, there are plenty of low-cost ways to keep yourself moving and energised all summer long.
Parkruns
Parkruns are free, weekly 5K runs held every Saturday in local parks. These runs are open to all fitness levels, and participants can run or jog at their own pace. By joining a community of runners, you can boost your fitness, meet new people, and spend more time in nature.
Outdoor fitness classes and gym
Combining the benefits of fresh air, natural surroundings, and group motivation, outdoor fitness classes create an energising workout experience. OurParks offers free outdoor fitness classes led by qualified instructors. These sessions are open to all ages and abilities. Apart from that, there are plenty of free outdoor gyms throughout the UK that offer various gym equipment.
Home workout sessions
Working out at home is not only popular and convenient but also cost-effective. King’s Sport and Wellness offers Les Mills+, free online and on-demand fitness videos ranging from meditation to HIIT. Content is updated regularly to keep your online workouts exciting and fresh.
Bike rides
Cycling is a fantastic way to stay fit and explore London at the same time. Cycling helps you shape a healthy lifestyle both physically and mentally. With docking stations all over the city, Santander bikes offer a convenient and affordable way to keep moving and soak up summer sunshine.
Universal Gym
Do you have a King’s Sport & Wellness Gym membership? If so, you can access university gyms across the country, making it easier to stay on track with your fitness goals even when you're away from campus. Just register through BUCS and book a session at your nearest participating gym.
Community volunteering activities
Get active and give back to the community with GoodGym. Whether you're running to help an older neighbour, gardening, or moving supplies at a food bank, every task gets you moving. It’s a great way to stay physically active, improve your wellbeing, meet new people, and boost your CV.
While you stay active during the summer, don’t forget to sync your moves with the King’s Move app and earn points. You can redeem your points for rewards such as a King’s Food hot drink, a King’s Sport & Wellness Gym Day pass or a King’s Move Hoody.