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The 5km distance can be both accessible and challenging depending on your experience. Tailored for beginners looking to get into running, our eight-week training plan combines running with strength training to help improve your cardiovascular fitness and get you ready to run the 5km distance.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Friday 28 July 2023

Home to the Surrey Hills, the South Down National Park, the famous London green belt and countless other areas of natural beauty, the southeast of England is home to some of the most stunning outdoor areas in the UK.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Thursday 31 August 2023

Facelifts are an increasingly popular cosmetic surgery procedure. But what are the risks and benefits, and is there a perfect age for a facelift?

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Monday 24 August 2015

Pelvic floor muscles play a part in a range of women’s health issues, from urinary continence to sensitivity during sex. Hayley Saunders, Physiotherapist at Nuffield Health, explains why and how to look after your pelvic floor muscles.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 11 March 2020

When it comes to diet and nutrition, separating fact from fiction can be tricky. With so much information out there, making the right choices for you and your family can seem impossible. Thankfully, there are a few core principles that never change.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Monday 31 July 2023

We’ve partnered with our very own Stephen Macconville, Personal Trainer at Nuffield Health, to compile a list of seven exercises all older adults and seniors should be doing at home to increase flexibility and maintain a good range of motion.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Friday 27 March 2020

MRI scanners give medical professionals a detailed image of your body's internal structure. Learning more about how an MRI scan works and what to expect on the day can help put your mind at ease if you have one coming up.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Monday 7 November 2016

If you’re thinking about therapy, a good place to start is to learn about the different types on offer. Discover how each kind of therapy works and how to decide which one suits you and your current needs best.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 18 May 2021

The core muscles include your abs, back and glutes. They provide you with stability, balance and strength, which can help prevent injury in the long run. To maximise your strength and stability, we’ve put a selection of our favourite core workouts together for you to perform in the gym or at home.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 5 August 2015

You'll be amazed by how simple it is to make your own vitamin D mask at home.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 5 April 2016

Suffering from poor digestion can be a miserable experience. You may be experiencing symptoms of bloating, diarrhoea, constipation or gas, which can make life very uncomfortable.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

Combining two fitness classes in a row can have a bigger impact on your fitness than you may think. Personal Trainer Rob Brown provides a round-up of some of the benefits.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Monday 14 November 2016

Want to live a healthier lifestyle? But struggle to find the time or motivation to eat better and stay active. Our experts share 20 simple hacks you can build into your daily routine to help improve your diet and get you moving.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

Finding a way to become more active can be challenging, especially if you’re used to a more sedentary lifestyle or have simply fallen out of the habit. That’s why we’ve put together this easy 30-day exercise plan to help you build a routine to boost your fitness and wellbeing.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 22 June 2016

Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital is delighted to announce a new partnership with Hartpury College and University as its ‘Preferred Medical Partner’, further strengthening support for student and athletes across one of the UK's leading specialist education providers for sport.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Thursday 3 September 2026

Using a foam roller can be a highly effective way of improving your post-workout recovery. Helping to increase mobility, foam rolling can also reduce onset muscle soreness and aid with the function of our vascular and parasympathetic nervous systems.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Monday 18 September 2023

Jade Kirke, Physiology Programme Lead at Nuffield Health, explains the connection between rest and blood pressure, and provides some tips to improve your sleep if you have high blood pressure.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 28 March 2023

Many women put up with these symptoms for years, not realising the damage they are doing to their health and fertility. Here's your need-to-know guide on the signs of endometriosis.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 16 March 2016

Choosing surgery to help with your weight-loss journey can be life changing. Whether you need to kick start results or a life-long change, Mr Simon Dexter, Consultant Bariatric Surgeon at Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital outlines the options.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Thursday 4 February 2016

If you’re fasting during the holy month of Ramadan, getting your body the fuel it needs ahead of a workout can be difficult. Thankfully, with a few adjustments, Muslims around the world are able to continue exercising and working out without the need for food or drink during daylight hours.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Friday 8 March 2024