Fitness

Keeping fit will benefit your body and your mind. Whether you want to lose weight, build strength or maintain a fitness regime our experts are here to keep you on track. Read trusted advice from Nuffield Health experts and personal experiences from members in our fitness articles. 

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Whether you're a regular or novice, entering the gym as a new Mum will have its fresh challenges. Adam Byrne, Wellbeing Personal Trainer shares his top tips for getting fit as a new Mum.

Updated: Tuesday 16 May 2023

Published: Wednesday 27 March 2019

Maintaining a strong pelvic floor is crucial in preventing, improving, or curing urinary stress incontinence and other women's health issues. Rachel Bromley, Clinical Specialist demonstrates a few easy exercises you can do to help regain control of your bladder and improve your overall wellness.

Updated: Wednesday 10 May 2023

Published: Friday 4 September 2015

Going to the gym for the first time doesn’t need to be daunting. Adam Hameed, personal trainer at Nuffield Health, offers some beginner workouts to help you feel confident and get the most out of your gym time.

Updated: Friday 5 May 2023

Published: Wednesday 18 December 2019

Need motivation to get off the couch? Nuffield Health’s Head of Fitness, Chris Foster, gives six no nonsense reasons why you should get active, now.

Updated: Friday 28 April 2023

Published: Monday 7 September 2015

Struggling to find the motivation to get or stay fit? Fitness says more about your future health than you may think. All you have to do is listen to your heart.

Updated: Friday 28 April 2023

Published: Friday 20 May 2016

Damian Matich is aiming for four gold medals at the World Transplant Games this summer. Here he tells us about the circumstances that led to his participation in the Games and his desire to encourage organ donation.

Updated: Friday 28 April 2023

Published: Friday 14 August 2015

With work, family and other commitments, making time for health and fitness can be easier said than done. But with 37% of Brits stating that their physical fitness has declined over the past year, investing in your body and your mental health has never been more important.

Updated: Tuesday 18 April 2023

Published: Tuesday 18 April 2023

A deformity in Derek's hip threatened his mobility, lifestyle and happiness. This is his story of conquering his condition, with a little help. Derek lives life to the full, he always has. “For me it’s so important to keep flexible and mobile,” he says. At 73 years old he’s fitter than many men half his age, doing two hours of exercise a day and practicing yoga and Pilates regularly.

Updated: Wednesday 12 April 2023

Published: Thursday 14 May 2015

As the pros take to the turf at Wimbledon this summer, millions of us will get swept up in the passion. With the popularity of tennis at an all-time high, here are our expert's top tips to help you dominate the court this summer.

Updated: Thursday 6 April 2023

Published: Tuesday 30 June 2015

Going to the gym shouldn't just be about working out, it can also be a place to meet new people, relax or have fun. Here, we run through our top things you can do to make the best of your gym membership.

Updated: Thursday 6 April 2023

Published: Wednesday 30 December 2016

If your duathlon is two months away, start to achieve consistent results by following this training programme from Personal Trainer Ryan Burn.

Updated: Thursday 6 April 2023

Published: Thursday 12 May 2016

Circuit training is a great way to improve cardiovascular fitness and muscular strength endurance. Nuffield Health Senior Personal Trainer Phil Goulding explains how it works, what you can expect and the best ways to fit it into your week.

Updated: Tuesday 4 April 2023

Published: Wednesday 30 December 2016

Exercise is a great way to help lower your blood pressure levels. Ben Kelly, Director of Research and Outcomes, explains five of the best exercises.

Updated: Tuesday 28 March 2023

Published: Wednesday 30 March 2016

Exercise can have a positive impact on your sleep quality, if done correctly. Physiologist Michael Dymond explains.

Updated: Thursday 23 March 2023

Published: Friday 25 November 2016

Exercise isn't something that 'young' people do. As we age we need to stay active too, and here's why.

Updated: Thursday 16 March 2023

Published: Monday 2 May 2016

The new year is a good time to build motivation and focus on becoming fitter and healthier, but that initial drive can lessen over time. Matt Burge, Fitness & Wellbeing Manager, shares five simple ways to help you accomplish your fitness goals.

Updated: Thursday 16 March 2023

Published: Tuesday 22 June 2021

This full body workout will lift your heart rate in a matter of seconds! Working everything from your grip strength to your core, this session will help you build explosive power and lean muscle, shed body fat as well as challenge your cardiovascular fitness.

Updated: Thursday 16 March 2023

Published: Tuesday 1 September 2015

Do you shy away from the gym for fear of damaging your joints? You needn’t be worried. Exercise can in fact help to protect your joints, as well as relieve pain.

Updated: Thursday 16 March 2023

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

The health of your mind and body are intrinsically linked, but only 3 in 10 people acknowledge that exercise helps their mental health, according to latest data from our Healthier Nation Index. Brendan Street, Head of Emotional Wellbeing, explains how physical activity can help to prevent and manage stress.

Updated: Thursday 16 March 2023

Published: Monday 15 April 2019

Recently joined the gym or returning to training after a long break? There may be a risk of doing too much too soon. Senior physiotherapists Emily Jackson and Daniel Gibson, share their top tips for training safely, and what to do if you suffer from a sports injury.

Updated: Thursday 16 March 2023

Published: Thursday 20 May 2021