If improving your health is on your mind, you’re not alone, sis — most of us focus on fitness, nutrition and wellness as we turn the calendar to a new year. To help you reach those goals, we’ve gathered a variety of free resources, including virtual workouts, wellness workshops, gym trials, healthy-living tools and more. These freebies make prioritizing your health and well-being fun, budget-friendly and doable.
Free workouts. No-cost fitness apps and websites like AARP’s Fitness Center, Adidas Running, Nike Training Club, Map My Fitness, Yoga Fit and YouTube make it accessible and affordable to stay active. You can even create a home-gym vibe by casting workouts from your phone to your TV or opening them directly on a smart TV or with a streaming device. For added motivation and connection, explore the AARP Virtual Community Center, Eventbrite and Meetup for free online and local classes, walking groups and other fitness events.
Free digital wellness magazine. Get a free subscription to Happiful Magazine for mental health and well-being articles and resources.
Free gym access. Many fitness centers offer complimentary day passes or short-term trials, making it easy to test a gym before committing. Chains like 24 Hour Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Crunch, Chuze Fitness, Gold’s Gym, LA Fitness, Orangetheory Fitness, Planet Fitness, Retro Fitness and The Edge Fitness Clubs offer passes ranging from 1 to 7 days. Local YMCAs and independent gyms may also offer free trials.
Free vitamins. Good Neighbor Pharmacy’s Free Vitamin Program provides 30-day supplies of vitamins at no charge for children and adults in your household. Available at select pharmacies nationwide.
Free health and wellness products. Many companies offer free samples to consumers, a great way to try a product before buying. Available products include Extra Strength Breathe Right strips, Tena Overnight Pads Sample Pack, Stopain Extra Strength Pain Relieving Gel, Seni Briefs & Underwear and Exederm Flare Control Cream. For more, browse complimentary product samples on the freebie website FreeFlys or go directly to your favorite companies’ websites to see if they offer samples.
Free national park admission. Spending time outdoors supports both physical and mental health by helping reduce stress, improve sleep and boost overall well-being. To make it easier to get outside, the National Park Service offers eight free entrance days in 2026. If you’re 62 or older, consider a senior annual or lifetime pass for discounted access year-round.
Free health and wellness programs. Take advantage of Mayo Clinic Health System’s multiple self-guided programs. Offerings include Journey to Wellness, Slim Your Screen Time, Discover Gratitude, Kickstart Kindness and Fall into Wellness, a month-long course to help you establish new healthy habits.