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Benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) or an enlarged prostate is a common condition that affects many men as they age, leading to uncomfortable urinary symptoms. While GPs and specialists often prescribe medication and minimally invasive surgery, there are other things you can do to help manage and treat the condition effectively.

Updated: Monday 2 December 2024

Published: Monday 2 December 2024

Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Kunal Sedani breaks down the best way to avoid injury and physically prepare yourself for the slopes.

Updated: Monday 2 December 2024

Published: Friday 22 November 2024

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

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

Excessive use of social media can leave us feeling anxious, lonely, and isolated. While staying connected helps us foster relationships and keep up to date with the news, it can also lead to feelings of detachment and unfulfillment.

Updated: Wednesday 30 October 2024

Published: Wednesday 30 October 2024

Seeing someone panic because there’s something lodged in their airway can be alarming, but knowing what to do in this situation is one of the most valuable skills a first aider can know. Keep reading to learn how choking happens and how to respond quickly as a first aider.

Updated: Wednesday 30 October 2024

Published: Wednesday 30 October 2024

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

Companies and individuals are always on the hunt for innovative ways to limit the negative effects of desk work. Whether you’re concerned about back pain or productivity, a standing desk has something for you.

Updated: Thursday 24 October 2024

Published: Monday 20 November 2023

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 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

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

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

As we age, our muscle mass starts to shrink. This can put extra pressure on our joints and increase our risk of joint pain and conditions like arthritis. Thankfully, painful joints are avoidable no matter what age you are.

Updated: Monday 21 October 2024

Published: Thursday 26 October 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 suffer with chronic pain or inflammation of the joints, winter can be a tough time. As the nights draw in and we start to feel the chill of winter, our joint pain can start to worsen if we aren’t prepared.

Updated: Friday 18 October 2024

Published: Thursday 7 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

Knowing CPR is a skill that can save someone’s life until the emergency services arrive. Unfortunately, most of us don’t know how to perform this essential skill confidently.

Updated: Thursday 17 October 2024

Published: Tuesday 28 May 2024