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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The 16-year-old isn’t taking the life-limiting condition lying down. She’s fighting her CF with a fitness programme designed to improve her quality of life.

Updated: Tuesday 7 January 2020

Published: Saturday 17 December 2016

Physiotherapy helped former dancer Terrie to walk without a wheelchair again, but it also did so much more.

Updated: Tuesday 7 January 2020

Published: Thursday 16 June 2016

After a seven-year break from TaekwonDo, it was just three months before Sam was representing England at the European Championships. She explains how she trained to become an elite athlete while working full time at Microsoft.

Updated: Tuesday 7 January 2020

Published: Monday 8 February 2016

At age 19, Marc Rodwell was morbidly obese and suffering from a raft of mental health issues. His health was so poor he was warned he might not live to see his 25th birthday. But with grim determination and the unfaltering support of his father, Marc clawed his way back from the brink.

Updated: Tuesday 7 January 2020

Published: Monday 9 November 2015

Improved fitness wasn’t all Claire gained from her new exercise routine, she also found the tools to succeed in other areas of her life.

Updated: Tuesday 7 January 2020

Published: Tuesday 1 September 2015

After suffering a debilitating stroke Joyce thought she would never be able to climb stairs again, until she met John and his team who helped her get her life back.

Updated: Tuesday 7 January 2020

Published: Tuesday 26 May 2015

Jonny was 40 years old and lacked confidence. He had been carrying extra weight for most of his life. He hadn't had a girlfriend in years and was beginning to feel like he would be left behind as he watched his friends meet people and pair off one by one. Eventually he decided enough was enough.

Updated: Tuesday 7 January 2020

Published: Tuesday 26 May 2015

Make the most of your last month of training for your 10k run with this programme from Nuffield Health experts.

Updated: Thursday 2 January 2020

Published: Thursday 13 December 2018

Stephen Macconville, personal trainer and ex semi-professional rugby player, offers popular gym exercises to help you build strength, muscle, power and endurance.

Updated: Tuesday 5 November 2019

Published: Wednesday 18 September 2019

If your marathon is six months away, use this training programme to set you off to a strong start.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2019

Published: Thursday 9 June 2016

Cycling is a fantastic exercise, but roads can be treacherous and off-putting. Norman Brown provides his steps for staying safe amongst the traffic.

Updated: Tuesday 6 August 2019

Published: Tuesday 13 September 2016

Thinking of dusting off your bike? Norman Brown has some top tips to help you regain confidence and get back in the saddle.

Updated: Tuesday 6 August 2019

Published: Tuesday 13 September 2016

Mix up your training routine with this challenging programme from Swim Manager Jessica Mitchell.

Updated: Wednesday 31 July 2019

Published: Wednesday 24 August 2016

Now you've mastered the basics, it's time to step up your swimming pool routine with this training programme from Swim Manager Jessica Mitchell.

Updated: Wednesday 31 July 2019

Published: Wednesday 5 October 2016

Introduce some variety into your swimming pool routine with this beginner training plan from Swim Manager Jessica Mitchell.

Updated: Wednesday 31 July 2019

Published: Thursday 1 September 2016

Get outside and get the whole family moving this summer with these great tips for fun activities everyone can enjoy from our PT’s Stephen Trussell and Matt Lane-Miller.

Updated: Tuesday 9 July 2019

Published: Monday 8 July 2019

The many benefits of the pulley machine, from strength to core stability and injury-prevention are explained in this whole body workout.

Updated: Friday 5 April 2019

Published: Monday 1 April 2019

Ever wonder how long it takes to notice changes from your new exercise routine? Discover the timeline of benefits you can expect to see and feel over the period of a year.

Updated: Monday 1 April 2019

Published: Monday 1 April 2019

Cancer treatment can be mentally and physically exhausting, leaving many feeling like a shadow of their former selves. But you don’t have to put your health and wellbeing on hold, says cancer rehabilitation personal trainer Tom Cole.

Updated: Tuesday 19 March 2019

Published: Thursday 7 January 2016

Fuel some extra swoosh on your ski trip with these strength and energy-boosting tips from nutritional therapist Mary Cotter.

Updated: Tuesday 5 February 2019

Published: Tuesday 5 February 2019