Sports training and injury

Whether you are looking to run your first mile or your first marathon, we’re here to help you set and reach the goals for your sporting aims. When injury sets you back, we’ll be here to support you through your recovery, getting you back to fitness while reducing risk of reinjuring yourself.

Our well-equipped gyms (staffed with professional personal trainers) can help you whether you are looking to get fit for the first time or reach your physical peak. A range of classes from spin to Zumba can help you get fit and have fun. If you succumb to injury, a physiotherapist can get you back on your feet sooner and help you avoid reinjury.

We have a plethora of articles from our Nuffield Health experts, both on dealing with injury and on keeping fit.

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Gym hacks | Time-saving tips for busy people

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

From taking express classes, to running to the gym, you can shave minutes off your gym sessions leaving you more time to get on with your busy life.


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How to succeed at your fitness goals

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

5 ways a Personal Trainer can help you get fitter faster

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.

Circuit training for fitness | The benefits, how to do it and workouts to try

Circuit training is a great way to improve cardiovascular fitness and muscular strength endurance. Nuffield Health Senior Personal Trainer Phil Goulding explains how it works, what you can expect and the best ways to fit it into your week.

How to prevent and treat common sports injuries

During a global sporting event, it’s inevitable that there may be an increase in sporting injuries. Jodie Breach, National Physiotherapy Lead at Nuffield Health, has shared some of the more common injuries during a football match, and the physiotherapy exercises you can use to increase your strength, balance and stability.

Marathon | 6-month training programme

Train for your upcoming marathon with this programme from Personal Trainer Lloyd Anthony.

Symptoms

Whatever your symptoms you should see your GP for a proper diagnosis. Some common symptoms:

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    Conditions

    Some common conditions and diseases that could match your symptoms:

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      Tests and scans

      We offer a range of tests and scans to help understand your needs. Some key tests and scans include:

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        Treatments

        Getting treated as soon as possible can be easy. Some key treatments and procedures include:

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          Wed 12 Apr

          Taunton Hospital

          FREE virtual event via Microsoft Teams to discuss shoulder injury preventions and treatment options.
          Wed 19 Apr

          Brentwood Hospital

          This complimentary presentation event is for anyone who is suffering with back pain or injury and would like to explore options for treatment and would like more information regarding procedures and costings.