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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Nuffield Health head of fitness Chris Foster discusses the importance of maintaining a cardiovascular exercise routine in an era of resistance training.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

Trying out new gym equipment can be daunting, but these instructional films will show you how to use a VIPR correctly and introduce some variation into your workout.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Friday 13 May 2016

What counts as physical activity? Unfortunately, this age-old question doesn’t have a simple answer. There are many different types of physical activity, all of which get us moving in different ways. Keep reading to learn more about what constitutes moderate physical activity (as defined by the NHS) and how including some vigorous movement can further improve our overall health.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Monday 15 April 2024

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

If you're looking to build on your foundations of fitness, these daily challenges could help push your limits.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 22 June 2016

Do you miss being part of a group and having a regular routine? As a member of Nuffield Health’s gym community, you’ll have access to a wide range of connected wellbeing services. These range from exercise classes and swimming lessons, to personal training and physiotherapy.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Monday 25 October 2021

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

If your marathon is four months away, use this training programme to begin to increase speed and stamina.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Monday 14 June 2021

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

Pilates has become a major wellbeing trend in recent years, but its benefits aren’t just for fitness buffs. Here’s how Clinical Pilates can work for those living with injury and a range of health conditions.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Monday 17 October 2016

Tackling a marathon for the first time is a daunting experience for every runner, but once you’ve crossed the finish line it’s an achievement you’ll never forget. The day of the race however, is all about preparation and making sure your race goes without a hitch.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 15 October 2024

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

The Wattbike is known as the indoor bike that feels most like a road bike and is used by professional athletes around the world in their training. Here we discover what makes it different to any other static bike.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

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

We all have it in us to get a little fitter. Test and improve your fitness levels with these seven challenges from our personal trainers.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 26 August 2016

This expansive area at the heart of the UK is home to some of the best summit peaks and expansive open areas of hiking terrain in the country. If you’re all about hiking over sprawling green land and walking hills that roll as far as the eye can see, the Midlands, Yorkshire and Humberside area are perfect for you.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 20 September 2023

Train for your upcoming marathon with this programme from Personal Trainer Lloyd Anthony.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Thursday 9 June 2016

Going on holiday changes our day-to-day routine and can impact diet, skin health, and the amount of physical activity we're getting.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Thursday 2 May 2019