Olivia Tyler

Olivia has been in the fitness industry for nearly 10 years and specialises in movement patterns and injury rehabilitation. She educates her clients so that they have all the tools they need to lead a healthy lifestyle whilst also giving them a chance to de stress or re-energise. She is motivated by seeing someone start to adopt a healthy lifestyle and see the benefits for themselves.

‘Gymtimidation’ refers to both the use of new equipment and training styles as well as the feeling of intimidation when stepping into the gym. Olivia Tyler, clinical fitness regional lead at Nuffield Health, shares common scenarios of ‘gymtimidation’ and how to recognise and overcome them.

Updated: Monday 8 July 2024

Published: Friday 23 December 2022

Recent research has highlighted alarming levels of inactivity among teenage girls. Data suggests that inactivity and sedentary time are two of the driving forces behind rising rates of poor mental health, obesity, and disinterest in sports and physical activity.

Updated: Friday 14 June 2024

Published: Friday 14 June 2024

Puberty is a time of physical and mental change that can be difficult for young girls to navigate. Expectations and pressure around school, parents, and different social groups can mean the benefits of physical activity, movement, and exercise get overlooked.

Updated: Friday 14 June 2024

Published: Friday 14 June 2024

The Turkish get-up develops strength all along your spine and stability in your shoulder.

Updated: Tuesday 24 January 2023

Published: Tuesday 28 April 2020

A kettlebell row targets the upper back and biceps. The single arm kettlebell will target the abs more as you use your core to stabilise your body.

Updated: Tuesday 24 January 2023

Published: Tuesday 28 April 2020

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

Exercise is the most recommended of managing polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) symptoms. Our clinical regional fitness lead, Olivia Tyler, explains how exercise can help manage symptoms as well as providing some simple body weight exercises that you can incorporate into your day.

Updated: Wednesday 21 September 2022

Published: Friday 2 September 2022

Starting a training routine can be challenging. Personal Trainer Olivia Tyler gives her top tips for goal setting and building an effective training plan to set yourself up for success.

Updated: Thursday 20 May 2021

Published: Wednesday 18 September 2019