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Designed by Nuffield Health Personal Trainer Stacey Mountain, this intense workout focuses on your legs and glutes, taking you through a range of movements to build strength.

Updated: Thursday 20 August 2026

Published: Friday 3 February 2017

Men may not like to talk about their health issues, but seldom can they hide the signs that something is wrong. Here are seven signals he’s holding something back.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Thursday 22 December 2016

Need motivation to get off the couch? Nuffield Health’s Head of Fitness, Chris Foster, gives six no nonsense reasons why you should get active, now.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Monday 7 September 2015

Men are then more likely to adopt a critical repair approach rather than a maintenance approach to health help seeking. It’s like running your car into the ground then going to the garage, rather than having regular services. We'll discuss why men don’t take care of themselves as much as women, and what we can do about it.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Saturday 12 June 2021

Research shows that men are less likely than women to seek medical help or advice. Traditional views on masculinity and fear of bad news are just two of the most common reasons men give for putting off check-ups. This can lead to potentially harmful conditions being ignored and men losing out on valuable information about their overall health.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 22 May 2024

Many people’s health and wellbeing has been impacted by the pandemic, yet the number of people seeking help when they have a concern has significantly reduced during this time, particularly amongst men. Here, Brendan Street, Nuffield Health’s Professional Head of Emotional Wellbeing, shares his experience of a personal health issue and how he sought help.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Monday 14 June 2021

Many people’s health and wellbeing has been impacted by the pandemic, yet the number of people seeking help when they have a concern has significantly reduced during this time, particularly amongst men. Here, Tony Pleasance, Nuffield Health’s Senior Regional Therapist, shares his experience of a personal health issue and how he sought help.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Monday 14 June 2021

It’s never easy to tell someone they've got cancer, but for Consultant Urologists like Mr John Donohue, the burden might be lightened if men knew more about what to expect. As we explore in this article, in most cases, there’s plenty of time to decide what your next steps will look like.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Monday 16 November 2015

Getting a vasectomy is one of life’s big decisions, so here’s some advice to help you ensure you’re doing it for the right reasons.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Thursday 13 August 2015

Too embarrassed to get your prostate checked? Unsure of what to expect from a rectal examination? Mr Gareth Brown, Consultant Urological Surgeon at Nuffield Health Cardiff & Vale Hospital, explains why it's well worth a few awkward moments.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Monday 23 November 2015

Sleep is not an ‘option’, it’s something our bodies require to function at our best. Head of Preventative Medicine, Dr Ben Kelly, explains the benefits of quality sleep, what happens if you don’t get enough of it, and how you can improve your sleep.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Monday 5 June 2017

Our emotional wellbeing expert, Brendan Street advises on the emotional highs and lows of the weight loss journey.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Monday 24 December 2018

Testicular cancer can be difficult for men to talk about. Unfortunately, silence on the subject can lead to a lack of understanding and difficulty identifying problematic lumps. Keep reading for expert information and advice on what to look out for and when to get yourself checked out by a professional.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Thursday 4 April 2024

The health of our skin is affected by what we put on it as well as what we put into our bodies. In this article Coralie Steingold, our National Operations Beauty Manager, offers her top tips for men to look after their skin.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 16 June 2021

If you’ve been struggling with a blocked nose that never seems to clear, poor sense of smell, or a feeling of congestion deep inside your face, you might have nasal polyps. These are soft, painless swellings that grow inside the nose or sinuses. They are not cancer, but they can cause big problems with breathing and day-to-day comfort.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Friday 9 January 2026

Are you snoring so loud that your partner or someone you live with may be affected? Or is it just affecting your sleep? Nuffield Health consultant Mr George Murty, Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgeon, provides his expert advice and answers questions about snoring issues.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Thursday 27 April 2023

Eating healthy foods can help you recover and reduce your risk of heart problems – but it can also seem expensive. However, with a little planning and know how, it's possible to eat very well on a budget. Health and Wellbeing Physiologist Michelle Bailey provides some tips and tricks to help you keep your food bill low and your diet healthy.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Friday 23 December 2022

Physiologist Jade Wells explains why you should pay close attention to your night time noises.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Monday 8 August 2016

All men are born with a prostate, but many of us aren’t sure what it does and how it works. Because of its location and function, it can be difficult to detect problems like prostate enlargement or prostate cancer early on, especially in older men.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 22 May 2024

Growing older can be some of the best years in a man’s life. Whether it’s finally taking that trip of a lifetime or spending quality time with your growing family, slowing down may seem like a long way off yet.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Friday 26 June 2015