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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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

Discover activities that will help your family stay fit and well while having fun at the same time. You'll barely even notice you're exercising.

Updated: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Wednesday 27 February 2019

Not getting as much exercise as you’d like? Whether you’re still working from home, or you’ve become less active since the pandemic, Professor Ben Kelly, Head of Clinical Research has five tips to help get you moving and improve your health.

Updated: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Wednesday 30 March 2016

Recent research has highlighted alarming levels of inactivity among teenage girls. Data suggests that inactivity and sedentary time are two of the driving forces behind rising rates of poor mental health, obesity, and disinterest in sports and physical activity.

Updated: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Friday 14 June 2024

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: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Wednesday 28 April 2021

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. We'll discuss how physical activity can help to prevent and manage stress.

Updated: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Monday 15 April 2019

Do you shy away from exercise because you're worried about damaging your joints? Concerned about putting excess stress and strain on your knees or hips? You're not alone.

Updated: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

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: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Thursday 14 May 2015

Back pain (especially in the lumber region) is one of the most common causes of discomfort and time off work in the UK. To make things worse, misinformation and myths about the causes and treatments of chronic back pain can make understanding your condition more difficult.

Updated: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Friday 26 May 2017

Joint pain is one of the most common reasons people of all ages give for avoiding physical activity. Stiff joints, poor range of motion, and mobility issues can all make accessing and enjoying exercise difficult.

Updated: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Thursday 26 October 2023

From strengthening your muscles to relieving stress, yoga can improve both your physical and mental health. Yoga instructor Sam Graham dives into the research to bring you the science-backed benefits of a regular yoga practice.

Updated: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Friday 18 August 2023

If your main event is four months away, use this programme with the goal of completing a 5k this month.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

A half marathon is a huge challenge, especially for someone new to running. This six-month training programme will give you a good shot at success.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

If your event is six months away, start with this programme to build your base fitness.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

If your event is five months away, start with this programme to help you start to build up your endurance.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

If your main event is three months away, use this programme to maintain motivation and build strength this month.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

With two months to go your training should be well under way and you should use this programme to hit some key goals.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

With the big event in sight, this month you should focus on remaining injury free and enjoying the benefits of the hard work you've put in.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

Build strength, stamina and speed ahead of your 10k run with this training programme from Nuffield Health experts.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Wednesday 31 October 2018

Make the most of your last month of training for your 10k run with this programme from Nuffield Health experts.

Updated: Thursday 23 April 2026

Published: Thursday 13 December 2018