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We help run over 80 recognised university sports clubs in addition to a plethora of individual, independent college clubs and teams. From the biggest team sports that you may wish to continue from your school endeavours to completely new and different activities that you could try - Oxford offers all the opportunities. Continue your hobby, augment your career or fall in love with a completely new

sport - our accessible, supportive and diverse system facilitates both. Alongside Oxford's formidable academic stature is an enviable sporting record. We are one of the top sporting institutions in the country, with over 50 teams competing in British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) leagues weekly and represented at most BUCS competitions. Oxford University v Cambridge University Varsity fixtures are the oldest rivalries in the world and most sports compete. Rugby Union and Rowing Varsity attract global attention. Recreationally, fitness enthusiasts or those wishing to embark on a new health regime can take advantage of the PULSE gym situated at our Iffley Road hub. Student memberships are the cheapest you'll find in the area. For talented athletes the Sports Federation runs several scholarships for current students, and can provide grants to cover costs incurred in representing your country in fixtures or events. We are also a lead hub for the TASS scheme, with Reading University and Oxford Brookes partnering us. Oxford is also one of the MCCU Cricket Centres of Excellence linking up with Oxford Brookes University. Take a look at the University facilities available (in addition to many more college owned grounds and facilities)

Browse our website to find out more, and if you have any questions then please contact us

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18/06/2026

This week's recipe is a plant-rich chilli con carne, containing half the fibre you need for the day in one serving.

Serve with rice and top with fresh coriander, a spoon of sour cream or Greek yoghurt (for extra protein) and a drizzle of lime for extra flavour.

Let us know if you try it in the comments 👇

11/06/2026

Your lower legs take a lot of load in sport.

They also lose capacity quickly when training volume drops.

This calf circuit helps maintain stiffness, strength, and spring.

That supports running, cutting, landing, and repeated change of direction.

Do 2–3 rounds.

* Single-leg calf raise — 12–15 reps each side
* Bent-knee calf raise — 12–15 reps each side
* Wall calf iso hold — 30 seconds each side
* Pogos — 20–30 contacts

Use full range on the calf raises.

Keep the pogo contacts light and quick.

The isometric hold builds tolerance.

The bent-knee work targets the soleus.

That muscle is a major contributor in running and field sports.

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Let's bust some more myths about fuelling around training. What do we really need before exercise to help improve our performance?

05/06/2026

Trinity Term is demanding.

Train hard when you can.

Use small doses to keep the body ready.

This hamstring circuit helps maintain posterior chain strength.

That matters for sprinting, acceleration, jumping, and injury resilience.

Do 2–3 times per week.

* Single-leg hamstring bridge — 8–10 reps each side
* Hamstring walkouts — 6–8 reps
* Single-leg RDL reach — 8 reps each side
* Long-lever bridge hold — 20–30 seconds

Keep each rep controlled.

Feel the hamstrings working.

Do not rush the bridge or RDL work.

A short session can still support good training habits during busy weeks.

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29/05/2026

A lot of student athletes spend hours seated.

That can leave the upper back stiff.

The shoulders can also feel locked up.

This circuit helps restore movement and control.

It is a simple way to break up desk time.

Do 2–3 rounds.

* Lying rotations — 8 reps each side
* Thread the needle — 8 reps each side
* Cat Cow — 10 reps
* Scapular push-ups — 10–12 reps
* Prone Y-T-W raises — 6 reps of each shape

Keep the ribs down.

Move through the upper back.

Do not shrug the shoulders.

The goal is better shoulder mechanics.

That can help with pressing, rowing, throwing, and overhead work.

A few minutes here can make the next training session feel better.

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Last week, we debunked recovery nutrition; this week, we are looking at nutrition during exercise.

Are you fuelling adequately during your training?

22/05/2026

Core strength is not just about looking fit.

It helps you transfer force.

It helps you resist unwanted movement.

It helps you stay strong under fatigue.

That matters in every sport.

This circuit is simple.

It is also effective.

Do 2–3 rounds.

* Dead bug — 8 reps each side
* Side plank — 20–30 seconds each side
* Plank shoulder taps — 10 reps each side
* Bear crawl two step — 20–30 seconds
* Hollow hold — 20–30 seconds

Keep the trunk braced.

Move the limbs without losing position.

Quality matters more than speed.

This is a good option when you need a short session that still has purpose.

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21/05/2026

This week's recipe is a roasted chickpea nourish bowl 🥗🥑

This is packed full of plant goodness, including healthy fats and fibre.

Let us know if you like it ⬇

15/05/2026

Busy week?

Limited time?

Still no excuse to switch off completely.

This is a minimum effective dose strength and power session.

It gives you a simple full-body stimulus.

It helps keep strength qualities ticking over and maintain rate of force development.

2 Sets
- Rotational Throws x 3
- CMJ x 3
- Triple Broad Jumps x 2

3 Sets
- Trap Bar Deadlift x 3
- DB Bench Press x 6-8
- Chin Ups x 3-5

Work with good control.

Use a full range of motion.

Rest only as needed.

This kind of session can help preserve strength, robustness, and training rhythm during Trinity Term.

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