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Nuffield Health Senior Personal Trainer Phil Goulding explains what HIIT training is, what it's good for and when to use it.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Thursday 18 February 2016

We often think of exercise as something intense or as activities we do in the gym, but when we're looking at building healthier habits, it’s just as important to appreciate all the movement we do throughout the course of the day. This includes things like cleaning, walking the dog, and playing with our children.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Friday 22 March 2024

Gym anxiety, or “gymtimidation” is common in people joining the gym for the first time or returning after some time off. If you’re worried about how you look or that people will be watching you, you’re not alone. These thoughts and feelings are extremely common and typically stem from a fear of the unknown.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 2 January 2024

As we age, our muscle mass starts to shrink. This can put extra pressure on our joints and increase our risk of joint pain and conditions like arthritis. Thankfully, painful joints are avoidable no matter what age you are.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Thursday 26 October 2023

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: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Thursday 26 October 2023

Arthritis is a widespread condition that often leads to joint pain and reduced mobility. Although osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis share some similar symptoms, it's crucial to understand that they are two distinct types of arthritis, each requiring their own unique treatment.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Friday 20 September 2024

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: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

When your period starts, a certain level of discomfort and pain is to be expected. This includes cramps, headaches and a dull ache in the back and stomach. For some women however, the pain gets so severe that it prevents them living a normal life. This is not to be ignored, as it could be a sign of something more serious.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 16 August 2023

Knowing CPR is a skill that can save someone’s life until the emergency services arrive. Unfortunately, most of us don’t know how to perform this essential skill confidently.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 28 May 2024

Eczema can make your skin red, dry, and itchy. At times, the itch can feel almost impossible to resist. While this can offer temporary relief, it's best avoided, as itching can lead to additional soreness, pigmentation, and make your skin more prone to infection.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 18 September 2024

Nuffield Health Wellbeing Personal Trainer Jamie Ramage explains what interval training is, what it's good for, and when we should be doing it.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Thursday 7 January 2016

With flu season approaching, we sat down with Nuffield Health National Lead for GP Services Dr Unnati Desai to help dispel some common myths about getting vaccinated.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Thursday 21 September 2023

A drop in temperature in autumn don’t solely cause cases of the common cold to spike, but there are a few factors that contribute to more people getting sick.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Thursday 19 September 2024

Boosting productivity and working towards achieving your goals doesn’t have to feel daunting and unattainable. Sometimes, the most effective course of action for our physical and mental health is to take a step back and look at simple and manageable ways of improving our day-to-day productivity.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Thursday 12 September 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: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 8 October 2024

Christmas is a time for celebration for many of us, but it can also induce anxiety and raise expectations, causing cause feelings of worry, panic, and sadness.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 28 November 2023

Christmas is often associated with drink-laden celebrations and for many, the idea of not drinking over the festive period can appear difficult.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Monday 27 November 2023

For many of us, exercise is a great way to manage our physical and mental health. This can make the festive period – with all the talk of rest, food, and relaxation – difficult to navigate.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 5 December 2023

Many of us experience fluctuations in our mood that can last days, weeks or even months. If the onset of depressive symptoms seem to coincide with changes in the weather or temperature, you may be experiencing a type of depression known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Thursday 9 November 2023

Whether you’re on your own or surrounded by loved ones, feeling lonely during the festive period is more common than you might think.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 29 November 2023