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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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

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

Finding the motivation to exercise and change your lifestyle can be challenging. Discover how to reach your long-term fitness goals.

Updated: Wednesday 21 December 2022

Published: Monday 24 December 2018

Swimming can be a challenging full-body workout for anyone. But some have gone to incredible lengths to test the limits of human endurance.

Updated: Friday 7 October 2022

Published: Thursday 16 July 2015

From first-timers to seasoned pros, reaching the marathon finish line should fill you with a sense of pride and achievement. But you’re not quite done.

Updated: Tuesday 27 September 2022

Published: Sunday 3 October 2021

Plyometric? Superset? What does it all mean? Find out with our simple guide to fitness terminology.

Updated: Tuesday 20 September 2022

Published: Wednesday 27 March 2019

Get the most out of every lap and find the best stroke for you with our expert comparison of swimming strokes.

Updated: Friday 2 September 2022

Published: Tuesday 7 July 2015

What you eat on race day can mean the difference between hitting a record on the finish line, or not finishing at all. Ashleigh Ahlquist provides her nutrition tips for sustaining energy and a speedy recovery.

Updated: Friday 22 April 2022

Published: Tuesday 12 January 2016

Health assessments aren’t just to identify health issues, they can also help you optimise your health and wellbeing. Luke Cousins, Regional Clinical Lead Physiologist, shines a light on health assessments at Nuffield Health and why you might decide to have one.

Updated: Tuesday 12 October 2021

Published: Tuesday 12 October 2021

Not only has the pandemic affected children’s education, they’ve also missed out on learning crucial life skills such as how to swim. Ross Harris, National Fitness Development Manager, explains why we should make sure kids are taught swimming and water safety from a young age.

Updated: Wednesday 29 September 2021

Published: Wednesday 29 September 2021

Want strong, lean legs? Look no further. Build strength and tone with this leg-focused superset workout.

Updated: Tuesday 25 May 2021

Published: Wednesday 14 October 2015

Starting a training routine can be challenging. Personal Trainer Olivia Tyler gives her top tips for goal setting and building an effective training plan to set yourself up for success.

Updated: Thursday 20 May 2021

Published: Wednesday 18 September 2019

This entry level, full body workout is great for anyone new to the gym environment, or looking for a regular workout to keep them in good overall shape.

Updated: Wednesday 16 September 2020

Published: Tuesday 25 August 2015

Exercise can be good for your health and your happiness, but can some exercise actually be bad for you? Our Head of Physiology, Jay Brewer investigates.

Updated: Wednesday 16 September 2020

Published: Monday 22 June 2015

This fast and furious workout aims to increase cardio health, muscle strength and general fitness.

Updated: Wednesday 16 September 2020

Published: Tuesday 18 August 2015

Undergo a full body suspension workout, using your bodyweight, balance and gravity.

Updated: Wednesday 16 September 2020

Published: Thursday 2 July 2015

Entered your first triathlon? Find out what kit you’ll need on the day with some expert tips from Triathlon Coach Simon Sharp.

Updated: Wednesday 2 September 2020

Published: Tuesday 12 July 2016

Struggling to break bad habits and get healthy? Research Fellow and behaviour expert, Dr Sophie Attwood has four tips to boost your chances of success.

Updated: Monday 24 August 2020

Published: Thursday 23 February 2017

Looking to really push your fitness to the next level? This month of advanced challenges could be just the thing.

Updated: Tuesday 30 June 2020

Published: Wednesday 22 June 2016

Stephen Macconville, personal trainer and ex semi-professional rugby player, offers popular gym exercises to help you build strength, muscle, power and endurance.

Updated: Tuesday 5 November 2019

Published: Wednesday 18 September 2019