How can I get my family involved in fitness without extra costs?

How to Get Your Family Involved in Fitness Without Extra Costs

One of the most common concerns we hear is: “How can I get my family to be active without spending extra money?” The truth is, fitness doesn’t have to mean costly memberships or piles of equipment. With a little creativity, your whole family can move together—for free.

Start with activities you can do anywhere. Family walks, bike rides, or even backyard games like tag or jump rope are simple ways to stay active and connect. The CDC recommends at least 60 minutes of activity per day for kids, and combining that with your own workout can make fitness a family habit.

At Fitness At Your Door, our trainers often design sessions that incorporate parents, kids, and even partners. Instead of carving out separate workout time, you turn exercise into family bonding. Picture bodyweight circuits where kids join in, partner planks with your spouse, or relay-style drills that feel more like games than workouts.

You also don’t need expensive gear. Household items like chairs, towels, or water bottles can double as fitness tools. What matters most is building consistency and showing kids that movement can be fun, not a chore.

Bottom line: fitness doesn’t have to drain your wallet. By making exercise playful and inclusive, you’ll create healthy family traditions that last a lifetime—without spending an extra dime.