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Outdoor Gyms: The Facts

We've seen them popping up everywhere, but whats the truth about these outdoor gyms? Myth busting outdoor gym eqiupment

What is HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training)?

Find out more about this popular workout

How much does an outdoor gym cost for schools?

We are often asked how much does an outdoor gym cost for a school? An outdoor gym can cost from as little as....

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the questions we are asked most!

PRODUCT FOCUS: The Leg Lift and Chin Up Station

The Leg lift and Chin Up Station offers multiple strength and resistance training workout options, to increase upper body and core strength and more...

Save 000's on gym membership with Fresh Air Fitness...

... and get the same physical health benefits

The School Sport and Activity Action Plan

Tom Willock, Managing Director of Fresh Air Fitness shares his thoughts

NEW Primary School Animations

Short, easy to follow Children's instructional cartoons.

“Regular use of the outdoor gym equipment has greatly improved my health and quality of life”

Find out just how life has changed for Dave through the regular use of his outdoor gym.

Fresh Air Fitness Outdoor Gym Opened by Boris Johnson

"This new apparatus will have a hugely positive impact to the well-being of local young people"

96% say having an ‘Outdoor Gym’ makes their school a better place to be!

This pioneering report highlights the positive impact outdoor gym equipment has for children.

96% of children said 'having an outdoor gym made their school a better place'

While 85% now do more exercise because they have an outdoor gym to use. Find out more, along with the top 5 pieces of outdoor gym equipment that every school should have.

Everything you need to know before installing an outdoor gym at your school

Read our handy blog, packed full of hints and tips for you to consider before installing an outdoor gym at your school.

3 Reasons Why You Should Be Exercising Outdoors

Exercising outdoors is one of life's hidden treasures. With the rise of gym memberships, a lot of people have forgotten why exercising outdoors can be better for you.

Incorporating Outdoor Gyms for Schools into PE Lessons

Now that your new Outdoor Gym is installed, how can you put it to best use?

How Outdoor Gym Equipment aids your New Year Resolutions

Keeping older people active could save the NHS billions...

...according to new report published by ukactive

Children who were picked last in PE turn into 'lazy adults'

Study shows the long-term emotional impact of being picked last in PE

Measure your heart age

A new tool gives a guide to your life expectancy

New Outdoor Gym Equipment AVAILABLE NOW!

Outdoor gym specialists Fresh Air Fitness announce the arrival of their NEW Resistance Range

Welcome our NEW Recumbent Bike

The perfect addition to your outdoor gym equipment

'Right to be Active' campaign launched

to alert politicians of the physical inactivity crisis that is harming our children's health and threatening the future of our society, as we know it.

The NEW Children's Cardio Combi

This unique piece of outdoor gym equipment for schools is already proving to be a winning combination...

the physical and mental benefits of table tennis

Study finds table tennis is not only a great way to burn calories, but good for memory and cognitive function too.

The Benefits of an Outdoor Gym for Children

From reducing obesity and improving fitness to developing confidence and enjoyment of PE, we've seen just how beneficial our children's outdoor gym equipment is in schools. Read more about the key benefits in our article.

The Sports Premium: What you need to know

The final payment of Sports Premium for 2017/18 is due imminently, but what is the best way to use it in your school?

There’s More to Consider Than Just Price When Looking for Outdoor Gym Equipment

While most people focus on outdoor gym equipment prices, there are a number of other important factors!

Outdoor Gyms Aren’t Just For Adults!

Children also have so much to gain from using outdoor gyms...

The general public now rate PE as a more important secondary school subject than history

Rating it their 6th most important subject!

The Push Up and Dip Station

Find out how this versatile product can provide you with a full body calisthenic work out.

Being close to green spaces improves teenagers mental well-being

Ground breaking research shows direct correlation between exposure to natural green spaces and the incidence of depression in adolescents.

Children’s attention and memory improves after short bursts of exercise

New research shows that children’s attention, memory and mood all improve after just 15 minutes of exercise

This week is National Obesity Awareness Week

Obesity has already become a worldwide health crisis but this is even more true in western countries and especially Britain.

The multiple benefits of exercise to mood and mental well being

Frustration tolerance; reduced tension; increased attention and productivity, the benefits of exercise seems endless

Regular exercise helps prevent Glaucoma

Glaucoma, which is the second biggest cause of blindness worldwide, is less likely to occur in those who exercise regularly.

What do you value most?

Despite most people answering 'my health' as a nation we place little emphasis on preserving or maintaining it.

Green Gyms and exercising in groups improves health and well being

Study finds those using a Green Gym reported higher levels of well-being, lower levels of stress, anxiety and depression, and saliva samples showed a 20% improvement in their cortisol awakening response, a scientific measure of well being.

Physical activity is a “miracle cure” for older people

Report states that exercise prevents many of the illnesses and diseases associated with old age.

Tackling childhood obesity is about more than just diet and exercise

The World Health Organisation has just issued a report warning that...

The Fresh Air Fitness Combi Machine

Strength and resistance training for the upper body. Find out just how beneficial using the The Combination Pull Down and Chest Press.can be

You don't need snow to try a spot of cross country skiing this winter!

Find out how the cross country skier will boost your fitness and metabolic rate

Key benefits of the Big Shoulder wheel

From warming up to activating the core, find out the various benefits of using the Big Shoulder Wheel within your workout.

How many calories can you actually burn using outdoor gym equipment?

The benefits of the Double Air Walker

"Our Outdoor Gym equipment is helping to reduce levels of obesity and sedentary lifestyles of many of our pupils"

How using the sports premium grant to fund a new outdoor gym equipment has impacted on Higher Openshaw Community School, Manchester.

Want to shape up those legs this summer?

Find out how you can use the seated leg press to shape and tone your legs, top to bottom!

What makes a great outdoor gym?

Outdoor gyms are free to use and can be accessed as long as there is sufficient light, but what makes a great outdoor gym?

If schools taught girls fitness and not just netball, we’d all be much better off!

Research shows how some PE classes at school can have a damaging impact on girls and their relationship with sports and fitness.

New research proves that exercise helps the brain function and mental health in the over-50s

Study shows how cardiovascular exercise improves cognitive abilities; reasoning, thinking and learning while strength training helped to improve....

Add 7 years to your life by using our outdoor gym equipment!

David Dunn was a local man tragically killed in 1994 whilst courageously stopping an armed robbery at the Bank of Scotland in Bonnyrigg High Street. In order to remember this incredible man, Bill McDonald had a vision of creating a fitness trail in George V park for the entire community to benefit from.

Secure funding for your outdoor gym equipment today!

Find out which bodies and organisations are offering funding for outdoor gyms and sports facilities

Active Schools - learning healthy lifestyle habits

Lifestyles have changed dramatically over the last 20-30 years and only now are we discovering the impact that this has had on the nations health.

Spring into outdoor exercise

With the weather gradually improving and the days becoming longer, brighter, here are some great reasons for exercising outdoors.

Physical inactivity starting as young as the age of seven!

Fresh Air Fitness Report

Case Study: Carwarden House SEN School's Outdoor Gym

The gym is used for sensory breaks during lesson times, allowing young people to take a few minutes out of a lesson to get some fresh air, exercise and return to lessons focussed again.

OPEN! New Outdoor Gym at Connaught Junior School, Bagshot

The 9 piece outdoor gym for the junior school children has been a huge hit!

Welcome The BIG RIG

Unlimited opportunities to challenge everyone, from beginners to advanced gym goers!