Free Online Physical Activity Courses & MOOCs

FutureLearn

University of Aberdeen

Nutrition Science: Lifestyle Medicine (FutureLearn)

Food & Nutrition Health & Society

Explore the powerful role that diet and nutrition play in maintaining lifelong health on this comprehensive four-week course. Delve into the relationship between mood, food, and overall wellbeing as you uncover the factors promoting health and longevity in adults. This course will equip you with the knowledge to make informed lifestyle choices for a healthier future.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Health Nutrition Diet

Coursera

University of Edinburgh

Sit Less, Get Active (Coursera)

Personal and Professional Development

Are you concerned about the amount of time you spend sitting each day? Our 'Sit Less, Get Active' course is designed for individuals looking to break free from a sedentary lifestyle and become more physically active. Discover how to monitor your activity levels, set realistic goals, and integrate movement into your daily routine.

Sep 6th 2026

3 Weeks

Health Personal Development Physical Activity

FutureLearn

University of Edinburgh,University of Glasgow,Trinity College Dublin,Alzheimer Scotland

Sport and Exercise for Brain Health (FutureLearn)

Health & Society

Explore the powerful connection between regular physical activity and maintaining a healthy brain. This online course, developed by Brain Health Scotland, delves into how sport and exercise can significantly impact your risk of developing dementia and enhance overall cognitive performance. Over two weeks, you'll gain valuable insights into the latest research on brain health, understand key risk factors that affect it throughout life, and learn practical ways to reduce these risks.

Apr 25th 2022

2 Weeks

Health Exercise Physical Activity

The Body Matters: Why Exercise Makes You Healthy and How to Stay Uninjured (edX)

EdX

McGill,McGillX

The Body Matters: Why Exercise Makes You Healthy and How to Stay Uninjured (edX)

Health & Society

Embark on a journey to understand why regular exercise is crucial for maintaining a healthy lifestyle with 'The Body Matters'. This course, offered by edX, delves into the science of movement and its impact on your body. Learn from experts about how physical activity boosts health, enhances mental clarity, and reduces the risk of chronic diseases. Moreover, you'll gain valuable knowledge on preventing injuries and treating them effectively.

No sessions available

5-12 Weeks

Health Human Body Body

FutureLearn

The University of Sheffield

The Musculoskeletal System: the Science of Staying Active into Old Age (FutureLearn)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Health & Society

Discover why our bones, joints, and muscles function less well with age and find out how to live actively and healthily into old age on this insightful FutureLearn course. Explore the science of ageing and learn practical ways to maintain your musculoskeletal health.

Available now

3 Weeks

Ageing Physical Activity Musculoskeletal System

EdX

Curtin University,CurtinX

Life with Diabetes (edX)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Discover how to navigate life with diabetes through this educational course designed for individuals and families seeking to understand and manage their condition better. From understanding different types of diabetes to learning effective management strategies, this course equips you with the knowledge needed to live a healthy, fulfilling life despite having diabetes.

This course is archived

5-12 Weeks

Medicine Health Food

Lead Academy

Optimal Health Course (Lead Academy)

Health & Society

Embark on a transformative journey towards achieving your ultimate state of health with our Optimal Health Course. Designed for individuals seeking to enhance their lifestyle, this course provides a holistic approach to wellness, covering nutrition, exercise, stress management, and more. Whether you're looking to improve personal health or build a career in the field, this course is your first step towards becoming an expert in optimal health.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Health Productivity Physical Activity