Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - posture
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to have the correct posture.
Media review due: 3 April 2025
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The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - warm-up
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to warm up.
Media review due: 3 May 2025
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The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - standing press-up
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a standing press-up.
Media review due: 3 May 2025
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The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - pull-up
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a pull-up.
Media review due: 3 April 2025
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The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - squat
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a squat.
Media review due: 3 May 2025
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The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - thigh stretch
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a thigh stretch.
Media review due: 3 May 2025
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The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - calf stretch
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a calf stretch.
Media review due: 3 April 2025
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The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - chest stretch
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a chest stretch.
Media review due: 3 April 2025
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The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - upper back stretch
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do an upper back stretch.
Media review due: 3 May 2025
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The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - tricep stretch
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a tricep stretch.
Media review due: 3 May 2025
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The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - sit to stand
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a sit to stand.
Media review due: 3 April 2025
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The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - wide squat
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a wide squat.
Media review due: 3 May 2025
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The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - bench dip
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a bench dip.
Media review due: 3 April 2025
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The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - wide pull-up
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a wide pull-up.
Media review due: 3 May 2025
See exercise video safety information
The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.
Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - sit to stand with calf raise
In this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a sit to stand with a calf raise.
Media review due: 3 May 2025
See exercise video safety information
The exercises in this video are suitable for most people. They are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition.
Get advice from a GP or health professional before trying it, especially if:
- you have any concerns about your health
- you are not sure if the exercises are suitable
- you have any pre-existing health problems or injuries, or any current symptoms
Stop the exercise immediately and get medical help if you feel any pain or feel unwell.