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A girl getting her first period can be a distressing and confusing time. When the menstrual cycle begins, emotions can be difficult to process, and physical symptoms can make it harder for them to maintain healthy activity levels throughout adolescence. All of this can have a negative impact on how young girls view and participate in sport both in and outside school.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 11 October 2023

Nuffield Health head of fitness Chris Foster discusses the importance of maintaining a cardiovascular exercise routine in an era of resistance training.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

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: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 24 May 2016

Testicular cancer is relatively uncommon and little understood. Mr David Hendry, Consultant Urologist at Nuffield Health Glasgow hospital, busts the myths, gives you the facts, and lets you know whether or not you should be worried about testicular cancer.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 8 September 2015

Pregnancy can be a difficult time both physically and mentally, especially if you’re suffering with back pain or pelvic floor symptoms. Changes to your weight, hormone levels, and your response to pain can also make existing back pain worse in pregnancy.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 7 August 2024

If you’re experiencing joint pain, one of the most important things to do is keep your weight down. Follow our healthy guide to weight loss to lessen the load on your joints.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

Nuffield Health - the UK’s leading employee health and wellbeing provider, will be opening one of its largest corporate fitness facilities at Swiss global financial services company, UBS.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 28 October 2015

Getting the right nutrition during the menopause can help in a number of ways. Research shows that there are also particular vitamins and minerals to pay extra attention to, to both support your health and alleviate symptoms of the menopause.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Friday 24 February 2023

Trying out new gym equipment can be daunting, but these instructional films will show you how to use a VIPR correctly and introduce some variation into your workout.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Friday 13 May 2016

What counts as physical activity? Unfortunately, this age-old question doesn’t have a simple answer. There are many different types of physical activity, all of which get us moving in different ways. Keep reading to learn more about what constitutes moderate physical activity (as defined by the NHS) and how including some vigorous movement can further improve our overall health.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Monday 15 April 2024

Prostate Cancer Research and Nuffield Health have announced the launch of BEYOND-PSA, a landmark clinical study aimed at generating real-world evidence on the impact of integrating a sophisticated blood test for prostate cancer, Stockholm3, within a UK clinical pathway.

Updated: Friday 11 September 2026

Published: Friday 11 September 2026

Our expert explains why hand hygiene is so important and dispels some common myths so we can reduce the risk of both picking up and spreading infection and diseases.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Monday 11 November 2019

There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, but this article by Jodie Breach, National Lead Physiotherapist, looks at the most common form – osteoarthritis.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 9 October 2019

Many of us like a drink now and then but no one likes a hangover. Here's how to save the morning after the night before.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Thursday 8 September 2016

The forehand is a staple shot in any tennis players repertoire. The ability to deliver a strong and accurately positioned ball on your dominant side is the building block for the rest of your game.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 10 October 2023

If you're looking to build on your foundations of fitness, these daily challenges could help push your limits.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 22 June 2016

Do you miss being part of a group and having a regular routine? As a member of Nuffield Health’s gym community, you’ll have access to a wide range of connected wellbeing services. These range from exercise classes and swimming lessons, to personal training and physiotherapy.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Monday 25 October 2021

Use our mix and match guide below to create a variety of delicious and nutritious balanced breakfasts.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 27 November 2018

High-tech machines like MRI and CT scanners are sometimes intimidating but diagnostic imaging can be an essential step to good health. Adele Trueman, Lead Radiographer at Nuffield Health Manchester Diagnostic Suite, takes a closer look.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 15 January 2016

The Borg Scale ranges from 6 to 20, allowing you to determine just how hard you are working.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 20 May 2016