Health and wellbeing articles

Our experts are bursting with knowledge that can help you hit your health and fitness goals. Browse our articles to find trusted information on training, nutrition, getting back to good health and much more.

Back and Neck Children's Health Fitness Healthier Nation Index Healthy Weight Injury Lifestyle Management Mental Health Support Musculoskeletal health Nutrition Physiotherapy Wellbeing at Work

Latest Articles

The clean targets the lower body, the press variations work the upper body and the split jerk works the whole body.

Updated: Tuesday 24 January 2023

Published: Tuesday 28 April 2020

Looking for a simple, effective workout you can do at home? Our Pilates instructor, Olivia Tyler, leads a 20-minute online class to help you stay fit and flexible.

Updated: Tuesday 24 January 2023

Published: Tuesday 7 April 2020

Kettlebell swings improve muscular endurance and target the muscles at the back of your body (the posterior chain).

Updated: Tuesday 24 January 2023

Published: Tuesday 28 April 2020

Kettlebell squats work the legs dynamically and fire the upper back and shoulders. They also challenge the core as you’re holding the kettlebell in front of you.

Updated: Tuesday 24 January 2023

Published: Tuesday 28 April 2020

Nuffield Health's GP National Lead, Dr Unnati Desai shares her expertise on some of the more common conditions, myths and issues that often arise during the winter, and how to recognise, understand and treat them

Updated: Friday 13 January 2023

Published: Friday 2 December 2022

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: Wednesday 11 January 2023

Published: Wednesday 22 June 2016

After a workout, food can help you to repair, refuel and recover.

Updated: Wednesday 21 December 2022

Published: Wednesday 11 September 2019

Learn how to calculate your BMI and analyse the results.

Updated: Wednesday 21 December 2022

Published: Wednesday 30 November 2016

A high blood glucose level (which may also be referred to as a high blood sugar level) can be actively controlled through exercise.

Updated: Wednesday 21 December 2022

Published: Wednesday 30 March 2016

Finding the motivation to exercise and change your lifestyle can be challenging. Discover how to reach your long-term fitness goals.

Updated: Wednesday 21 December 2022

Published: Monday 24 December 2018

With winter well underway, it’s time to plan your winter fitness routine. To help you stay on track, Clinical Fitness Lead Adam Byrne has put together some of his top tips for exercising in cold weather.

Updated: Tuesday 20 December 2022

Published: Tuesday 20 December 2022

A change in season can have a big impact on our skin. As the temperature drops and the weather worsens a range of skin conditions can appear or be exacerbated. Understanding the effects of those changes and how you can combat them can help to ensure that your skin remains healthy all year round.

Updated: Tuesday 13 December 2022

Published: Friday 25 November 2022

Careology, Nuffield Health’s partner in a pilot to provide patients undergoing cancer treatment with support through a new app, has won the award for ‘Excellence in Supporting Patients and Healthcare Teams’ at the Forward Healthcare Awards 2022.

Updated: Tuesday 29 November 2022

Published: Tuesday 29 November 2022

Contrary to popular belief, personal training isn’t about barking orders like a Drill Sergeant - it’s about breaking the barriers to help you achieve your personal goals. Here's five ways Personal Trainers can help you to win your fitness battles.

Updated: Thursday 24 November 2022

Published: Monday 10 September 2018

There's a lot of confusing terminology thrown around in the fitness industry. Senior Personal Trainer Phil Goulding breaks through the jargon to explain the definitions of the key training terms.

Updated: Thursday 24 November 2022

Published: Monday 4 January 2016

Back issues are extremely common. Research reveals that 4 in 5 adults (that’s 80%) experience the discomfort and distress of back pain at some point in their lifetime. Inactivity can make the muscles tighten up and the joints become stiff, so rest isn't always the best option. That’s why exercise is commonly advised as one of the best ways to help prevent and manage most back pain.

Updated: Wednesday 23 November 2022

Published: Thursday 12 November 2020

Nuffield Health, the UK’s largest healthcare charity, has announced Elizabeth Robb OBE has joined its Board of Governors with effect from the start of October 2022.

Updated: Wednesday 16 November 2022

Published: Wednesday 16 November 2022

Nuffield Health Sheffield's Primary Care Clinic, part of the wider Nuffield Health Charity, has achieved the highest possible ‘Outstanding’ rating for being ‘Well-led’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following an inspection in September 2022. The fitness and wellbeing facility was was visited by a CQC team of inspectors and regulation specialists with who scrutinised all areas of the clinic, rating it overall as ‘Good’ and highlighting the COVID-19 Rehabilitation Programme that has been co-developed with the NHS.

Updated: Wednesday 9 November 2022

Published: Wednesday 9 November 2022

Nuffield Health has successfully completed a five-year refinancing package, providing the Charity a stable platform to deliver its purpose to build a healthier nation.

Updated: Friday 21 October 2022

Published: Friday 21 October 2022

Nuffield Health, the UK’s largest healthcare charity, is partnering with Dame Kelly Holmes to increase understanding of the benefits physical activity has to help improve mental health.

Updated: Monday 10 October 2022

Published: Monday 10 October 2022