Physical Activity Resources
According to the American Heart Association, being physically active is important to prevent heart disease and stroke, the nation’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers. The following resources are recommended to help you get started with being more physically active at home and work.
Be Well at Work - Wellness Active at Work Programs
Information on programs and resources available to help you fit fitness into your workday. Learn more about Active at Work.
Campus Exercise Guide
Refer to the Campus Exercise Guide to learn more about exercise locations near the UC Berkeley campus.
Getting Started
Learn to Walk for Fitness
Injury Prevention and Self Care
Online Exercise Resources
- American Heart Association - Tools for walking and how to Take the First Step
- America's Walking - Information and inspiration for those who want to start a daily walking habit and live a more active life.
- Everybody Walk - The campaign to get America walking.
- MapMyWalk - Go to mapmywalk.com to map out your walking route, wherever you do it!
- American Council on Exercise (ACE)
- American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) - Up-to-date brochures and fact sheets developed by ACSM members and certified professionals.
- exrx.net: Exercise Prescription
Exercise Management Apps
Free Online Fitness and Yoga Videos
- Fitnessblender - free workout videos and programs based on desired exercise frequency, number of weeks, calories burned, body focus, training type, and equipment.
- Do Yoga With Me - free yoga videos are available based on level of skill, desired length of time, body focus, and intention for each session.
Disclaimer: The information provided here is not intended to diagnose, treat or provide a second opinion on any health problem or disease. It is meant to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between an individual and his/her clinician.