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 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

This workout has been specifically designed to get you fit for ski season.

Updated: Tuesday 5 February 2019

Published: Tuesday 10 November 2015

Having a lot of weight to lose can feel like an impossible challenge at first. But by setting small goals you can achieve big things. Head of Fitness Chris Foster provides some tips.

Updated: Thursday 17 January 2019

Published: Monday 28 November 2016

You have seven days until race day. When done right, training in this last week will boost your confidence and make sure you’re mentally prepared for your big day. Ashleigh Ahlqhuist provides some guidelines to help you make the most of your last few days.

Updated: Thursday 27 December 2018

Published: Thursday 7 January 2016

Avoid the chilly weather and train indoors for your winter 10k run with this expert-led interval treadmill training programme.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Published: Tuesday 29 March 2016

A half marathon is a huge challenge, especially for someone new to running. This six-month training programme will give you a good shot at success.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

Combining swimming, cycling and running, triathlons require dedication to three very different disciplines, and alternative techniques for each. Triathlon coach Peter Bryan provides expert advice for all sprint triathletes in this six-month training programme.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Published: Wednesday 13 April 2016

Whether it's your first triathlon or you're looking to improve your time, Peter Bryan's sprint triathlon training programme offers expert advice. If your triathlon is six months away, start with this programme to build your base fitness.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Published: Monday 11 April 2016

With a mass of determined riders travelling at speed, it's no wonder injuries at cycling events are a common occurrence. Elite racing cyclist Andrew Marriott offers some advice to help you steer clear of injury.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Published: Friday 29 April 2016

Train for your upcoming duathlon with this programme from Personal Trainer Ryan Burn.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Published: Thursday 12 May 2016

If your marathon is five months away, use this training programme to help build endurance and strength.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Published: Thursday 9 June 2016

Get triathlon ready with Triathlon Coach Simon Sharp's top tips to outdoors swimming.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Published: Friday 24 June 2016

Build up your endurance ahead of your 10k run with this 2-months-to-go training programme from Nuffield Health experts.

Updated: Thursday 13 December 2018

Published: Thursday 13 December 2018

This workout strengthens the muscle groups needed for endurance and performance when swimming. Adapt the workout to improve your own strength level, whether you’re a beginner or a regular swimmer.

Updated: Friday 7 December 2018

Published: Friday 27 January 2017

Think strength training will slow you down? Think again. Personal Trainer Haydn Ward provides a guide to strength training for cyclists.

Updated: Thursday 12 July 2018

Published: Friday 8 April 2016

As a newcomer you may think they're scary, or as a hardened gym-goer that they're not challenging enough, but here are five reasons you should break out of your comfort zone and book into a class.

Updated: Friday 6 July 2018

Published: Tuesday 18 October 2016

You don't have to give up on fitness when you are pregnant. Fitness Manager Marie Coburn provides a trimester-by-trimester guide to exercising safely.

Updated: Monday 2 July 2018

Published: Thursday 4 August 2016