Fitness tips

The forehand is a staple shot in any tennis players repertoire. The ability to deliver a strong and accurately positioned ball on your dominant side is the building block for the rest of your game.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 10 October 2023

The Borg Scale ranges from 6 to 20, allowing you to determine just how hard you are working.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 20 May 2016

Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Kunal Sedani breaks down the best way to avoid injury and physically prepare yourself for the slopes.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 22 November 2024

For some of us, winter means adapting our training regime to stay fit and healthy. Thankfully, switching up how we exercise during the cold months isn’t as tricky as it might sound.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Monday 31 January 2022

The push-up is one of the best bodyweight exercises that anyone can do. An added benefit is they require no equipment and are great for building muscle and functional strength almost anywhere. Find out all you need to know about technique and how best to approach the push-up if you’re starting a 30-day challenge, below.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Monday 16 December 2019

There’s a lot that goes into an exercise routine, both mentally and physically. For some, changing things up every few months helps keep things fresh and exciting. For others, the idea of new exercises and unfamiliar territory in the gym can be daunting.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 22 March 2024

Running in winter: some of us love it, some of us hate it. Whether you’re training for a marathon or taking on a new year’s resolution to get a bit more active, running in the winter brings a unique set of challenges with it. Thankfully, there are several ways to make running in cold weather easier and more enjoyable.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 8 October 2024

For most of us, setting our fitness goals is the easy part. It’s sticking to them that’s the tricky part. Whether you’re looking to stay on track and hit a new personal best, or you’re struggling to stay motivated with a new weight loss plan, we’ve got some expert tips to keep you on track.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 25 November 2016

Workouts can be defined by a rating of perceived exertion (put simply, a way to determine how hard you are working).

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 22 March 2016

You don't have to give up on fitness when you are pregnant. Fitness Manager Marie Coburn provides a trimester-by-trimester guide to exercising safely.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 4 August 2016

Your genetic body type can determine how well you respond to different exercises. Nuffield Health Head of Physiology Jay Brewer talks us through the three key body types and how best to train for your shape.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 14 December 2015

Whether you’re feeling inspired by Wimbledon, or you’re looking for a fun family activity you can play at the park with your family, tennis has something for everyone.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 30 June 2015

For fitness enthusiasts, the summer can be a challenging time. Whilst it's important to keep active during these months, doing so in the face of soaring temperatures can be uncomfortable and even dangerous. With temperatures seemingly rising year on year it’s important to adjust the way we do exercise to make sure we train safely and effectively during a heatwave.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 18 July 2023

Prevention Lead Gosia Bowling and Head of Emotional Wellbeing Brendan Street discuss how we can get fitter and healthier, from exercising more to having a better sleep routine.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 28 April 2021

The twohanded (or double handed) backhand is one of the hardest shots in tennis to nail. Thankfully, if you take the time to hone your technique, you’ll be sending balls back with increased power and accuracy in no time. Explore the basics, along with some nifty tips and tricks, below.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 10 October 2023

Tennis as a game can be broken down into a series of points that start with the serve. Because it’s a unique part of the game that doesn’t mirror the other fundamental tennis shots, learning to serve can be tricky for beginners.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 11 October 2023

There are many benefits of exercise during menopause, some of the most important being maintenance of muscle and bone mass. Adam Byrne, Regional Clinical Fitness Lead, explains why strength training is particularly helpful and provides some example exercises and tips for performing them.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 16 September 2022

‘Gymtimidation’ refers to both the use of new equipment and training styles as well as the feeling of intimidation when stepping into the gym. Olivia Tyler, clinical fitness regional lead at Nuffield Health, shares common scenarios of ‘gymtimidation’ and how to recognise and overcome them.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 23 December 2022

Exercise can have a positive impact on our sleep. Physical activity has proven benefits for improving sleep quantity and quality, giving you even more reason to maintain a regular workout routine. Find out more about the relationship between exercise and sleep and how getting active can help you find a good night’s sleep.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 25 November 2016

After a workout, food can help you to repair, refuel and recover.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 11 September 2019