Fitness

Keeping fit will benefit your body and your mind. Whether you want to lose weight, build strength or maintain a fitness regime our experts are here to keep you on track. Read trusted advice from Nuffield Health experts and personal experiences from members in our fitness articles. 

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Mixing things up and trying something different helps keep exercise interesting and the body stimulated. Whether you’re tired of your current routine, or you’re on the hunt for a new class to try out, a kettlebell workout makes a great alternative to your traditional barbell and dumbbell focused classes.

Updated: Tuesday 19 November 2024

Published: Thursday 20 July 2023

Training for a marathon isn't just about running. Nuffield Health Nutritional Therapist Joanne Hart shares nutritional advice for boosting energy levels before, during, and after your training sessions.

Updated: Monday 18 November 2024

Published: Friday 4 December 2015

If you’ve been told your cholesterol levels are high, there are exercise habits you can adopt to help combat the problem.

Updated: Monday 18 November 2024

Published: Wednesday 30 March 2016

Nuffield Health Wellbeing Personal Trainer Jamie Ramage explains what interval training is, what it's good for, and when we should be doing it.

Updated: Wednesday 13 November 2024

Published: Thursday 7 January 2016

High intensity has a huge following and has quickly become one of the most popular ways to workout. But why? Keep reading to find out why HIIT has soared in popularity, and what it can do to keep you looking and feeling healthy.

Updated: Friday 8 November 2024

Published: Tuesday 21 March 2017

Entering the gym for the first time can be daunting, but remember, everyone has been in your position at one point. You might be surprised at how common some of these anxiety-focused thoughts and feelings actually are.

Updated: Friday 8 November 2024

Published: Thursday 11 May 2017

Do you shy away from exercise because you're worried about damaging your joints? Concerned about putting excess stress and strain on your knees or hips? You're not alone.

Updated: Friday 25 October 2024

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

For some of us, winter means adapting our training regime to stay fit and healthy. Thankfully, switching up how we exercise during the cold months isn’t as tricky as it might sound.

Updated: Friday 25 October 2024

Published: Monday 31 January 2022

Using a foam roller can be a highly effective way of improving your post-workout recovery. Helping to increase mobility, foam rolling can also reduce onset muscle soreness and aid with the function of our vascular and parasympathetic nervous systems.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Monday 18 September 2023

The 5km distance can be both accessible and challenging depending on your experience. Tailored for beginners looking to get into running, our eight-week training plan combines running with strength training to help improve your cardiovascular fitness and get you ready to run the 5km distance.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Friday 28 July 2023

The 10km distance is a challenging and rewarding distance that tests new and experienced runners alike. Whether you’ve just completed a 5km and are looking for a new challenge, or you’re eyeing up a new PB, our plan can help.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Friday 12 January 2024

The half-marathon distance bridges the gap between “short” distance and “long” distance running. For beginners or those that have done a 10k event it the past, 13.1 -miles (21km) is a challenging but attainable distance – as long as you have the right training plan.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Wednesday 10 January 2024

For runners of all abilities, the marathon distance demands a dedicated and structured training plan to complete. If you’ve worked your way through the 5k, 10k and the half-marathon distances and are ready to tackle 26.2 miles, you’re in the right place.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Monday 9 October 2023

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 24 October 2024

Published: Monday 21 August 2023

Whether it’s functional strength or aesthetic appeal that you’re looking for, training your biceps is a vital part of any weightlifting routine. All you need is a bar and some weights or a set of dumbbells.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Wednesday 4 October 2023

If step counting is your thing, you’ll have seen the number 10,000 everywhere. Most of us have never stopped to think about where this number comes from. We’ve dived into the fact and the fiction of walking 10,000 steps a day to bring you the origins, health benefits, and studies surrounding this magic number.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Friday 15 September 2023

For many of us, exercise is a great way to manage our physical and mental health. This can make the festive period – with all the talk of rest, food, and relaxation – difficult to navigate.

Updated: Monday 21 October 2024

Published: Tuesday 5 December 2023

If you’re returning to the gym after some time off or you’re a complete beginner, you might be wondering what you need to bring with you. Times change quickly, and with so many new and innovative gadgets out there, knowing what gear is essential and what isn’t can get confusing.

Updated: Friday 18 October 2024

Published: Tuesday 12 December 2023

Gym anxiety, or “gymtimidation” is common in people joining the gym for the first time or returning after some time off. If you’re worried about how you look or that people will be watching you, you’re not alone. These thoughts and feelings are extremely common and typically stem from a fear of the unknown.

Updated: Thursday 17 October 2024

Published: Tuesday 2 January 2024

Joint pain is one of the most common reasons people of all ages give for avoiding physical activity. Stiff joints, poor range of motion, and mobility issues can all make accessing and enjoying exercise difficult.

Updated: Thursday 17 October 2024

Published: Thursday 26 October 2023