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Worried about an existing scar or how scarring will affect your appearance after surgery? Here’s our guide to healing well and reducing the appearance of scars.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Thursday 29 September 2016

Continuous training is a form of exercise that is performed at a 'continuous' intensity throughout and doesn’t involve any rest periods. Nuffield Health Senior Personal Trainer Phil Goulding explains what continuous training is, what it's good for and when to do it.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 5 January 2016

Nuffield Health Senior Personal Trainer Phil Goulding explains the difference between aerobic and anaerobic energy systems and their associated training types.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 17 February 2016

If you want to get into resistance or strength training but aren’t sure where to start, look no further. Our expert led workout can be done in the gym or at home (if you have the right equipment) and contains everything you’ll need to get started.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 3 January 2024

Gyms are sweaty places. Whether you’re hitting the weights section or running on the treadmill, you’ve likely had a few sessions where you’re dripping wet wondering whether something is wrong.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Monday 21 August 2023

Whether you’re training at the gym because of the weather, or you prefer the feel of running indoors, the convenience and versatility of the treadmill have made it a popular bit of kit. To help you maximise your time on it, Fitness and Wellbeing Manager Simon Francis has put together several expert workouts for use at home or in the gym.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Monday 11 December 2023

Weightlifting is a great way to improve fitness and build muscle, but bad form and poor fundamentals can mean you end up doing more harm than good. This is particularly common with beginners.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Thursday 10 August 2023

Celebrities like Davina McCall and Mariella Frostrup have recently raised the profile of all things ‘menopause’. It’s no longer a word you need to whisper under your breath to your girlfriends. It’s okay to admit you’re ‘going through it.’ It’s even something you can talk to your manager about if you’re having issues at work. Jo Dafforn, Clinical Lead for Pelvic Health Physiotherapy explains the lesser-known pelvic symptoms of menopause and how to ease them.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 13 October 2021

Nervous about having your blood taken? Here are four simple tips to help you prepare and get through a blood test if you have a fear or phobia.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 4 July 2017

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: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Friday 20 September 2024

Many hernias won’t cause immediate pain or problems, but they can present a real risk if left untreated. Here’s how to spot a hernia and what to do next.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Monday 14 March 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: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 6 April 2016

Large organisations across the UK are taking employee health and wellbeing more seriously, but many outlay huge sums for solutions that provide mediocre results.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Monday 16 May 2016

Good quality sleep is important for both our physical and emotional health. However, COVID-19 is impacting our ability to obtain quality sleep in a number of ways. Brendan Street, Head of Emotional Wellbeing, provides his top tips for improving your sleep quality.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Monday 20 April 2020

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: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 30 March 2016

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

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Thursday 4 October 2018

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: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 21 April 2021

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) affected over half a million workers in 2017. Arm yourself with the best knowledge to tackle them if you're affected.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 10 October 2018

If constant stress and overwhelming feelings of dread and despair have you feeling tired and disillusioned with your day-to-day life, you may be experiencing burnout.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Monday 21 October 2024

Health and Halloween don’t usually go hand in hand. We know how tricky it can be to escape the influx of sugary snacks this time of year. So why not get the family together to bake these delicious yet nutritious pumpkin oat biscuits?

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Friday 11 October 2019