Wellbeing at Work

Our experts provide some key information to help you live well at work, wherever you're working at the moment.

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Exercise is a great way to help lower your blood pressure levels. Ben Kelly, Director of Research and Outcomes, explains five of the best exercises.

Updated: Friday 22 September 2023

Published: Wednesday 30 March 2016

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. Brendan Street, Head of Emotional Wellbeing, explains how physical activity can help to prevent and manage stress.

Updated: Friday 22 September 2023

Published: Monday 15 April 2019

Stress-related mental health issues are becoming more and more prevalent in the workplace. How we manage stress at work differs from person to person as we all have our own ways of processing emotions and relaxing.

Updated: Tuesday 19 September 2023

Published: Thursday 24 August 2023

Whether you work in an office or from home, it doesn’t take long for poor posture and an unergonomic workspace to damage to your back. At work, one of the best things you can do for your long-term health and productivity is to get up and take regular breaks away from your workstation.

Updated: Wednesday 6 September 2023

Published: Wednesday 23 September 2015

With record numbers of us working from home, postural issues and back pain are becoming more and more common. A lack of awareness of what good posture looks like and working long hours with inadequate equipment has led to many of us prioritising short-term relief over our long-term health.

Updated: Tuesday 5 September 2023

Published: Monday 18 May 2015

Balancing your work and home life can be tricky, especially if you work from home or you’re in a pressurised role that demands regular out of office hours. Mental Health Prevention Lead Gosia Bowling and Head of Emotional Wellbeing Brendan Street have combined expertise to tell us all about the challenges we face trying to maintain a healthy work/life balance.

Updated: Monday 4 September 2023

Published: Wednesday 21 April 2021

We all know the benefits of relaxation and that we should be doing it more, but a lot of us don’t really know how. Making a conscious effort to relax might sound counterintuitive, but learning how to deliberately unwind can have a tangible positive impact on our long-term health and wellbeing.

Updated: Friday 25 August 2023

Published: Thursday 11 May 2017

Our natural response to musculoskeletal pain is to do as little as possible. But what if that pain is persistent? Regional Clinical Lead Physiotherapist, Adam Bellis, explains how exercise can help manage pain and get you on the path to recovery.

Updated: Tuesday 22 August 2023

Published: Monday 8 August 2016

Niki May Young takes us through her 360+ Health Assessment experience, and the surprising discoveries that were made.

Updated: Friday 28 April 2023

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

The temperature is dropping and the days are getting shorter. As we head into winter we’re all at a greater risk of catching colds or the flu, but there’s lots you can do to boost your immune system to help avoid the misery.

Updated: Friday 28 April 2023

Published: Tuesday 19 November 2019

Tired, tearful or eating too much? These are all signs you could be stressed out. Here, we run through some of the main symptom to look out for if you think you might be suffering from stress.

Updated: Friday 28 April 2023

Published: Tuesday 14 June 2016

Illness and injury not only keep you from doing the things you love, but can also get in the way of your work. Here's how to access fast, effective care and get back to work sooner.

Updated: Wednesday 12 April 2023

Published: Wednesday 6 April 2016

High blood pressure and cholesterol levels are a clear and present danger to your heart health. But there’s a super food that can turn the tide.

Updated: Tuesday 28 March 2023

Published: Wednesday 30 November 2016

Food is an energy source. Used well, it will maintain a steady energy level throughout the day, used badly and your energy levels will peak and trough, along with your ability to function properly. Our expert tips will help you get the most out of your diet to feel great every day.

Updated: Tuesday 28 March 2023

Published: Tuesday 24 May 2016

Sleeping well is essential for your health and wellbeing, but many of us struggle to get quality sleep. Senior Health and Wellbeing Physiologist Luke Cousins shares eight lifestyle tips to help you sleep better.

Updated: Tuesday 28 March 2023

Published: Monday 8 August 2016

Nuffield Health's Head of Charity Brendan Street shares two cognitive behavioural therapy techniques to help retrain your body and mind to sleep well at night.

Updated: Thursday 23 March 2023

Published: Wednesday 5 October 2016

As a line manager, it can be difficult knowing how to approach conversations about emotional distress. Here are six key steps to help staff move from barely surviving, back to thriving.

Updated: Thursday 23 March 2023

Published: Thursday 4 October 2018

Bringing up mental health with your employer can be tricky. Discover our tips on how to get the conversation started.

Updated: Thursday 23 March 2023

Published: Thursday 4 October 2018

Too busy to workout? Making time for your fitness will always pay off, so here's some tips from our Personal Trainers to help you keep on track with your health when time is short.

Updated: Tuesday 7 February 2023

Published: Monday 14 December 2015

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: Tuesday 10 January 2023

Published: Wednesday 30 March 2016