Marina Aagaard (full name Marina Aagaard Salminen) is a Danish author, speaker and fitness researcher holding a Master of Fitness and Exercise from the University of Southern Denmark. She has written more than 30 books on training and health, and has been delivering talks to companies, sports organisations and educational institutions since 1985. A former national coach in aerobic gymnastics and associate lecturer at Aalborg University, she has served as fitness expert for Danish national broadcaster DR since 2012. Her work centres on evidence-based, time-efficient strategies for improving both physical and mental health.
Marina Aagaard held a lecture and participated in group training in week 6 2026, in the middle of a snowstorm.
A new edition of the book Microtraining is being prepared with a focus on fitness and strength as well as shorter and longer training sessions.
Aagaard mentions upcoming lecture activities and a new book in her newsletter from September 2025.
Marina Aagaard began as a regular columnist for Jyllands-Posten.
Fitness expert Marina Aagaard explores how physical activity strengthens both mind and body, sharing practical tips for exercise that fits into daily life.
Fitness expert Marina Aagaard leads a 5 km guided walk exploring how physical activity benefits mood, memory and mental wellbeing.