Active ageing
As we age, our muscle mass starts to shrink. This can put extra pressure on our joints and increase our risk of joint pain and conditions like arthritis. Thankfully, painful joints are avoidable no matter what age you are.
Updated: Friday 4 September 2026
Published: Thursday 26 October 2023
Swimming is a great way to get some regular exercise for all ages, including those who are enjoying their retirement.
Updated: Friday 4 September 2026
Published: Tuesday 27 August 2019
Keeping active is our best chance at living a long and healthy life, and it’s never too late to try something new. So here’s five of the best exercise classes for the over 55s to try.
Updated: Friday 4 September 2026
Published: Monday 2 May 2016
We’ve partnered with our very own Stephen Macconville, Personal Trainer at Nuffield Health, to compile a list of seven exercises all older adults and seniors should be doing at home to increase flexibility and maintain a good range of motion.
Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026
Published: Friday 27 March 2020
A diagnosis of arthritis can be frightening, but it doesn’t mean that life is over. National Physiotherapy Lead, Jodie Breach, explains how exercise and lifestyle change can help you to continue to live an active life.
Updated: Monday 17 August 2026
Published: Monday 8 August 2016
Small changes to your lifestyle could make you happier, and see you living a longer, healthier life. There's no magic cure, but Head of Clinical Research Dr Ben Kelly has 5 top tips to help you keep your mind and body firing on all cylinders well into retirement.
Updated: Monday 27 April 2026
Published: Thursday 31 August 2017
Anti-ageing isn't just about creams or serums. Your nutritional health plays a key role in staying healthy both inside and out. In this article, Matthew Gardner, a Registered Nutritionist at Nuffield Health, gives his health and wellbeing tips to ageing gracefully.
Updated: Monday 27 April 2026
Published: Thursday 12 September 2019
As we get older, it’s important we don’t give up exercise and physical activity completely. Research suggests that regular exercise and maintaining a healthy amount of movement throughout life can significantly mitigate the negative impact of these changes.
Updated: Monday 30 October 2023
Published: Monday 2 May 2016