Strength And Flex Exercise Plan How To VideosVideo: NHS Strength and flexibility - warm-upIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to warm up. Media last reviewed: 3 May 2025 Media review due: 3 May 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - postureIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to have the correct posture. Media last reviewed: 3 April 2025 Media review due: 3 April 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - standing press-upIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a standing press-up. Media last reviewed: 3 May 2025 Media review due: 3 May 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - thigh stretchIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a thigh stretch. Media last reviewed: 3 May 2025 Media review due: 3 May 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - squatIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a squat. Media last reviewed: 3 May 2025 Media review due: 3 May 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - calf stretchIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a calf stretch. Media last reviewed: 3 April 2025 Media review due: 3 April 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - chest stretchIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a chest stretch. Media last reviewed: 3 April 2025 Media review due: 3 April 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - upper back stretchIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do an upper back stretch. Media last reviewed: 3 May 2025 Media review due: 3 May 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - tricep stretchIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a tricep stretch. Media last reviewed: 3 May 2025 Media review due: 3 May 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - sit to standIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a sit to stand. Media last reviewed: 3 April 2025 Media review due: 3 April 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - wide squatIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a wide squat. Media last reviewed: 3 May 2025 Media review due: 3 May 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - pull-upIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a pull-up. Media last reviewed: 3 April 2025 Media review due: 3 April 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - bench dipIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a bench dip. Media last reviewed: 3 April 2025 Media review due: 3 April 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - wide pull-upIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a wide pull-up. Media last reviewed: 3 May 2025 Media review due: 3 May 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice. Video: NHS Strength and flexibility - sit to stand with calf raiseIn this video, Laura from the NHS Couch to 5K programme, shows you how to do a sit to stand with a calf raise. Media last reviewed: 3 May 2025 Media review due: 3 May 2028 See exercise video safety information The exercises in this series of videos are suitable for most people in good health with a reasonable level of fitness. Unless stated otherwise, they are general exercises only and are not aimed at treating any specific cause of pain or condition. Video titles and descriptions can give more information on how difficult the exercises are and who they are for. Get advice from a healthcare professional (such as a GP) before trying them if: - you are not sure if the exercises are suitable for your current level of fitness
- you have a health problem, an injury, any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or you have had a recent health event such as a heart attack or operation
- you have any other concerns about your health
- you are pregnant or have recently given birth
Stop the exercise immediately if you feel any pain or become unwell. If you are concerned about any symptoms, or they do not go away, get help from 111 online or call 111 for advice.
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