Make Movement Matter with Wendy Welpton

Make Movement Matter with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/make-movement-matter-with-wendy-welpton--6159244enHealth & FitnessCopyright Reclaim Movementhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a6d8879ad56c6566afc719698473f4e0.jpgMake Movement Matter with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/make-movement-matter-with-wendy-welpton--6159244Tue, 29 Sep 2026 01:23:56 +0000Reclaim MovementReclaim Movementfeeds@spreaker.comWendy chats to a variety of inspiring guests; those who've found new ways of moving to make change in their lives, like-minded movement geeks and to specialists talking about specific topics on the subject of…you’ve guessed it; movement! Learn about...true8a3dbabf-e270-5d8b-bd33-31ae392ecf44episodic#93: Chris Hobson on training for real life: marathons, powerlifting and retiring into a whole new careerhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/93-chris-hobson-on-training-for-real-life-marathons-powerlifting-and-retiring-into-a-whole-new-career--75420619To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>2ad85625-94c4-45b4-b8c0-dbe76bf9b489Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementWhat if the version of yourself you're most afraid of is the one you never actually have to become?In this episode, I'm joined by Chris Hobson, a former headteacher who didn't take up running until she was well into her sixties, and has since...To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>3848false893full#92: What her wrists were telling her: Reading your body's signals differently with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/92-what-her-wrists-were-telling-her-reading-your-body-s-signals-differently-with-wendy-welpton--75288930https://www.reclaimmovement.co.uk/reclaim-everyday-ease/
For the full show notes, visit:⁠ The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠Receive my free guide that helps you see the ground differently, discover where it could become part of your everyday life again, to keep you mobile now and capable later. Click Here

]]>65d72281-6998-4eaa-9909-46126fae693eTue, 22 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementExcited to be back for Season 8 of the Make Movement Matter podcast. This week it's a mini solo episode. A question from a workshop this week stopped me in my tracks. Someone told me her wrists hurt when she gets up from the ground, and asked if she...https://www.reclaimmovement.co.uk/reclaim-everyday-ease/
For the full show notes, visit:⁠ The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠Receive my free guide that helps you see the ground differently, discover where it could become part of your everyday life again, to keep you mobile now and capable later. Click Here

]]>567false892full#91: The Everyday Experiment: Your New Lens with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/91-the-everyday-experiment-your-new-lens-with-wendy-welpton--73716614🎧 This is Episode 91 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, 'The Everyday Experiment: Your New Lens with Wendy Welpton'
Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.
Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>273ecd5b-4616-4b67-8638-4e19a6130733Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementCongratulations! You've spent a week noticing some autopilot movements, hidden in daily life as opportunities for different movements. This final episode of The Everyday Experiment is about what that week has actually done. Not to your routine, but to...🎧 This is Episode 91 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, 'The Everyday Experiment: Your New Lens with Wendy Welpton'
Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.
Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>328false791full#90: The Everyday Experiment: Day 7 - The movement that made you smile with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/90-the-everyday-experiment-day-7-the-movement-that-made-you-smile-with-wendy-welpton--73697964🎧 This is Episode 90 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, 'The Everyday Experiment: Day 7 - The Movement That Made You Smile with Wendy Welpton'
Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.
Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>7934729e-59de-4bba-8822-5eb9ed3b2157Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementI can’t quite believe we’re already at Day 7. And today is different.The last six days have been about noticing things already in your ordinary life. Today I'm going to ask you to remember something that isn't. Something you used to do just because it...🎧 This is Episode 90 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, 'The Everyday Experiment: Day 7 - The Movement That Made You Smile with Wendy Welpton'
Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.
Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>299false790full#89: The Everyday Experiment: Day 6 - The Load You Never Count with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/89-the-everyday-experiment-day-6-the-load-you-never-count-with-wendy-welpton--73653775Day 6 of The Everyday Experiment is about something we do every day without labelling it. So much carrying is already in your day. Today I'm just going to ask you to notice it, and if you're curious, to bring a little more intention to how you do it.
🎧 This is Episode 89 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, 'The Everyday Experiment: Day 6 - The Load You Never Count with Wendy Welpton'
Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.
Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>45d251d4-26c1-42dd-94c1-c01f9344f7ddSat, 08 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000Reclaim Movement Day 6 of The Everyday Experiment is about something we do every day without labelling it. So much carrying is already in your day. Today I'm just going to ask you to notice it, and if you're curious, to bring a little more intention to how you do it....Day 6 of The Everyday Experiment is about something we do every day without labelling it. So much carrying is already in your day. Today I'm just going to ask you to notice it, and if you're curious, to bring a little more intention to how you do it.
🎧 This is Episode 89 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, 'The Everyday Experiment: Day 6 - The Load You Never Count with Wendy Welpton'
Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.
Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>293false789full#88: The Everyday Experiment: Day 5 - The shape of your day with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/88-the-everyday-experiment-day-5-the-shape-of-your-day-with-wendy-welpton--73599493🎧 This is Episode 88 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, ‘The Everyday Experiment: Day 5 - The Shape of Your Day with Wendy Welpton'
Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.
Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>1bc528f5-c500-40e9-a6b7-92f363d8decbFri, 07 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementDay 5 of The Everyday Experiment is about the range your ordinary life asks of your body. The highest you reach, the lowest you go, the directions your day never quite sends you. It's a way of thinking about movement I've never found in a fitness...🎧 This is Episode 88 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, ‘The Everyday Experiment: Day 5 - The Shape of Your Day with Wendy Welpton'
Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.
Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>308false788full#87: The Everyday Experiment: Day 4 - The Hidden Sat-Nav with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/87-the-everyday-experiment-day-4-the-hidden-sat-nav-with-wendy-welpton--73539730🎧 This is Episode 87 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, 'The Everyday Experiment: Day 4 - The Hidden Sat-Nav with Wendy Welpton'
Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.
Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>c814a226-6da3-4e9b-a378-8784e534ac09Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementDay 4 of The Everyday Experiment is about the invisible paths we travel every day without ever quite choosing them. They're everywhere once you start looking, and they say something interesting about how our bodies learn to move, and what they stop...🎧 This is Episode 87 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, 'The Everyday Experiment: Day 4 - The Hidden Sat-Nav with Wendy Welpton'
Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.
Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>252false787full#86: The Everyday Experiment: Day 3 - The waiting game with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/86-the-everyday-experiment-day-3-the-waiting-game-with-wendy-welpton--73503727Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.Get your free copy here:⁠https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life⁠
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea!⁠ Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠
]]>68a1a967-5887-4453-bdf8-3eee6ed2c39eWed, 05 Aug 2026 14:31:02 +0000Reclaim MovementDay 3 of The Everyday Experiment is about all the waiting moments scattered through your day that your brain files under dead time. Add them up and it's a surprising amount. Today's prompt is about learning to spot those moments, and what you might...Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.Get your free copy here:⁠https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life⁠
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea!⁠ Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠
]]>255false786full#86: The Everyday Experiment: Day 3 - The waiting game with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/86-the-everyday-experiment-day-3-the-waiting-game-with-wendy-welpton--73477789Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>54ec694c-2cb5-437d-bea5-bdfdda1feef6Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementDay 3 of The Everyday Experiment is about all the waiting moments scattered through your day that your brain files under dead time. Add them up and it's a surprising amount. Today's prompt is about learning to spot those moments, and what you might...Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>321false786full#85: The Everyday Experiment: Day 2 - The Pick-up Puzzle with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/85-the-everyday-experiment-day-2-the-pick-up-puzzle-with-wendy-welpton--73424089🎧 This is Episode 85 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, 'The Everyday Experiment: Day 2 - The Pick-up Puzzle with Wendy Welpton'
Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>d2d58ab6-db4b-4359-a03a-1bcaba43eabdTue, 04 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementDay 2 of The Everyday Experiment is about something so ordinary it's almost invisible; the way you get low. Most of us have one way, and we've used it so many times that we've stopped noticing there are any others. Today I'm going to ask you to notice...🎧 This is Episode 85 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, 'The Everyday Experiment: Day 2 - The Pick-up Puzzle with Wendy Welpton'
Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>321false785full#84: The Everyday Experiment: Day 1 - The habit you never chose with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/84-the-everyday-experiment-day-1-the-habit-you-never-chose-with-wendy-welpton--73370489🎧 This is Episode 84 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, 'The Everyday Experiment: Day 1 - The Habit You Never Chose with Wendy Welpton'

Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life

For the full show notes, visit:⁠ The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website
Receive my free guide that helps you see the ground differently, discover where it could become part of your everyday life again, to keep you mobile now and capable later. Click Here

]]>db7b20f3-65cb-4aab-ba16-4fdb95d10a80Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementDay 1 of The Everyday Experiment is about the movement decisions your brain stopped asking you to make a long time ago. The ones that just happen. Once you start noticing them today, you'll find it surprisingly difficult to stop. This one is small,...🎧 This is Episode 84 of the Make Movement Matter podcast, 'The Everyday Experiment: Day 1 - The Habit You Never Chose with Wendy Welpton'

Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life

For the full show notes, visit:⁠ The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website
Receive my free guide that helps you see the ground differently, discover where it could become part of your everyday life again, to keep you mobile now and capable later. Click Here

]]>238false784full#83. The Everyday Experiment: A week of playful prompts to notice the movement already hidden within your everyday lifehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/83-the-everyday-experiment-a-week-of-playful-prompts-to-notice-the-movement-already-hidden-within-your-everyday-life--73333573Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.
My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.
Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>9670f8e2-09be-493b-a7f3-793fdcce4d15Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementThis is the introductory episode for a special mini series of the Make Movement Matter podcast. It’s called, ‘The Everyday Experiment’. It’s seven days of small, playful prompts designed to help you notice the movement that’s already hidden in your...Your next stepIf this week has left you curious about just how much more movement is possible in your everyday life, I always recommend starting in the same place... the ground.
My free guide, Making the Ground Your Friend for Life, builds on everything you've been noticing this week, helping you rediscover the ground as a place of confidence, choice and possibility for years to come.
Get your free copy here:https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/making-the-ground-your-friend-for-life
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>302false783full#82: Is your environment dictating the way you move? with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/82-is-your-environment-dictating-the-way-you-move-with-wendy-welpton--71507376For the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

Reclaim Everyday Ease, my next signature live programme, begins on 27 April and is designed to help you build confidence, capability, and sustainable movement habits that support you for life. If you’d like to be the first to hear when doors open and receive an early-bird discount, you can join the waiting list, but please note that spaces are limited.For more information please click hereIf you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea!
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]]>cf2b3ac0-b61c-493f-9a64-e1c537164034Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementYou haven't decided to move less. But something is causing it, and it's closer than you think.What if the thing shrinking your movement range isn't time or age, but your kitchen worktop, your car and your sofa? This is a short episode with a big...For the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

Reclaim Everyday Ease, my next signature live programme, begins on 27 April and is designed to help you build confidence, capability, and sustainable movement habits that support you for life. If you’d like to be the first to hear when doors open and receive an early-bird discount, you can join the waiting list, but please note that spaces are limited.For more information please click hereIf you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea!
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]]>1013false782full#81. HRV, stress, recovery & the invisible load: What the numbers are really telling us with Sophia Hodgeshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/81-hrv-stress-recovery-the-invisible-load-what-the-numbers-are-really-telling-us-with-sophia-hodges--71155003Your body has been tracking your stress levels for years. The question is whether you've been listening.Because maybe your body has been signalling something for months, and just by adding data you can take a closer look?This episode explores the science behind heart rate variability, what it really means to recover (and it's not necessarily the same as resting), and why midlife women in particular are carrying a stress load that's rarely made visible. Sophia Hodges brings together HRV tracking, nervous system health, and the kind of honest, practical conversation about energy management that's needed by many.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

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]]>628acf64-ee2c-49e0-8d42-9491d4063b84Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:12:30 +0000Reclaim Movement Your body has been tracking your stress levels for years. The question is whether you've been listening.Because maybe your body has been signalling something for months, and just by adding data you can take a closer look?This episode explores the...Your body has been tracking your stress levels for years. The question is whether you've been listening.Because maybe your body has been signalling something for months, and just by adding data you can take a closer look?This episode explores the science behind heart rate variability, what it really means to recover (and it's not necessarily the same as resting), and why midlife women in particular are carrying a stress load that's rarely made visible. Sophia Hodges brings together HRV tracking, nervous system health, and the kind of honest, practical conversation about energy management that's needed by many.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

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]]>3330false781full#80. The micro habits you don’t know you’re doing with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/80-the-micro-habits-you-don-t-know-you-re-doing-with-wendy-welpton--71010004There are micro movements your body has been doing for you without asking permission, and it’s steadily costing you more than you realise.
In this episode, I shine a light on the micro movement habits most of us have built without noticing; the small, repeated ways we offload effort from our bodies every day.
Some are the body’s clever workarounds. Some are old fear in comfortable clothes. All of them are worth noticing, because once you see them, you get to choose.
There’s also a movement to try: a simple single-leg balance sequence that builds the kind of everyday confidence your body is asking for.

For the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠
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]]>a6a3fe56-e906-4d30-992a-9314e9b7691eTue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementYou’re not lazy. Your body is just very, very good at finding the easy route. There are micro movements your body has been doing for you without asking permission, and it’s steadily costing you more than you realise. In this episode, I shine a light...There are micro movements your body has been doing for you without asking permission, and it’s steadily costing you more than you realise.
In this episode, I shine a light on the micro movement habits most of us have built without noticing; the small, repeated ways we offload effort from our bodies every day.
Some are the body’s clever workarounds. Some are old fear in comfortable clothes. All of them are worth noticing, because once you see them, you get to choose.
There’s also a movement to try: a simple single-leg balance sequence that builds the kind of everyday confidence your body is asking for.

For the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠
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]]>678false780full#79. Strong bones, real life: The truth about osteoporosis, movement and midlife with Alison Crouchhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/79-strong-bones-real-life-the-truth-about-osteoporosis-movement-and-midlife-with-alison-crouch--70844624What if the diagnosis you were most afraid of turned out to be the thing that changed how you move, for the better? Osteoporosis is often presented as a reason to slow down, to be careful, to wrap yourself in cotton wool. But what if that instinct is actually one of the worst things you can do?In this episode, I’m joined by Alison Crouch; movement specialist, Pilates teacher and someone living and thriving with a severe osteoporosis diagnosis. We get into what bone density really means, why your DEXA scan results are information rather than a verdict, and what the research actually says about impact, strength training and bone health in midlife. Whether you’ve had a diagnosis, you’re somewhere on the osteopenia spectrum, or you simply want to understand how to move in ways that support your bones for the long term, this one is for you.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠
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]]>780d12cb-9a7c-4f7b-ad5d-bb0268b44823Tue, 24 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim Movement What if the diagnosis you were most afraid of turned out to be the thing that changed how you move, for the better? Osteoporosis is often presented as a reason to slow down, to be careful, to wrap yourself in cotton wool. But what if that instinct is...What if the diagnosis you were most afraid of turned out to be the thing that changed how you move, for the better? Osteoporosis is often presented as a reason to slow down, to be careful, to wrap yourself in cotton wool. But what if that instinct is actually one of the worst things you can do?In this episode, I’m joined by Alison Crouch; movement specialist, Pilates teacher and someone living and thriving with a severe osteoporosis diagnosis. We get into what bone density really means, why your DEXA scan results are information rather than a verdict, and what the research actually says about impact, strength training and bone health in midlife. Whether you’ve had a diagnosis, you’re somewhere on the osteopenia spectrum, or you simply want to understand how to move in ways that support your bones for the long term, this one is for you.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠
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]]>4750false779full#78: Beyond the longevity test: Why movement variety matters more than getting up perfectly with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/78-beyond-the-longevity-test-why-movement-variety-matters-more-than-getting-up-perfectly-with-wendy-welpton--70673486But what if the score isn’t the point? What if the variety of how you get up, and simply doing it at all, matters far more than hitting a perfect ten?
In this Make Movement Matter Mini, we’re digging into floor sitting, get-ups, and what your body might be trying to tell you when it comes to midlife mobility, and why building that habit now could be one of the most important things you do for your future self.

If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea!
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]]>667f6e97-2439-462e-a956-b342f6b65a9fTue, 17 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementThere’s a longevity test that scores how you get up from the floor, and it’s putting people off the very movement that could change their lives. But what if the score isn’t the point? What if the variety of how you get up, and simply doing it at all,...But what if the score isn’t the point? What if the variety of how you get up, and simply doing it at all, matters far more than hitting a perfect ten?
In this Make Movement Matter Mini, we’re digging into floor sitting, get-ups, and what your body might be trying to tell you when it comes to midlife mobility, and why building that habit now could be one of the most important things you do for your future self.

If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea!
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]]>891false778full#77. One Woman, the wilderness, and the confidence that comes with age with Sheila Nollerthttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/77-one-woman-the-wilderness-and-the-confidence-that-comes-with-age-with-sheila-nollert--70560028But this episode isn’t only about an adventure in the wilderness.
It’s about the years leading up to that moment - the spark that began when Sheila first saw another woman heading out alone, the doubts and ageist comments that almost convinced her it wasn’t for her, and the quiet decision that she didn’t want to reach the end of life wondering what if.
We talk about what it actually took to prepare for a solo backcountry canoe trip, what it felt like spending days without seeing another human being, and the shift that happened when she came home.
The real story is what the expedition revealed about confidence, capability, and the narratives we absorb about ageing.
If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking “maybe I’m too old for that now”… this conversation will make you pause for thought.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠
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]]>f16520e0-f8ba-47d0-ba7c-062d91664e7cTue, 10 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementAt 65, she paddled into the Canadian wilderness alone.There was no phone signal, no quick way out.Just a canoe, a tent, and everything she needed on her back. But this episode isn’t only about an adventure in the wilderness. It’s about the years...But this episode isn’t only about an adventure in the wilderness.
It’s about the years leading up to that moment - the spark that began when Sheila first saw another woman heading out alone, the doubts and ageist comments that almost convinced her it wasn’t for her, and the quiet decision that she didn’t want to reach the end of life wondering what if.
We talk about what it actually took to prepare for a solo backcountry canoe trip, what it felt like spending days without seeing another human being, and the shift that happened when she came home.
The real story is what the expedition revealed about confidence, capability, and the narratives we absorb about ageing.
If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking “maybe I’m too old for that now”… this conversation will make you pause for thought.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠
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]]>3056false777full#76. Building a travel ready body in everyday life with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/76-building-a-travel-ready-body-in-everyday-life-with-wendy-welpton--70401298
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠
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]]>99b10f2a-587a-4825-8785-402854199ab8Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementWe talk about future adventures as if they’re guaranteed.But if our capability isn’t, we need to start thinking about that today. In this mini episode, I unpack some everyday movements that can determine whether we stay capable of adventure, and why...
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠
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]]>997false776full#75. The Surprising Link Between Fascia, Pain and Emotion with Amanda Ashyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/75-the-surprising-link-between-fascia-pain-and-emotion-with-amanda-ashy--70243670What if your pain isn’t just physical?
In this week’s episode, fascia specialist and somatic coach Amanda Ashy explains why our bodies often tell the truth long before our minds catch up.
We talk about:

how fascia works as the body’s largest sensory organ
why emotions and memories can become “held” in the tissue
the subtle ways our posture adapts to protect us
why frozen shoulders, tight hips or jaw tension can have emotional roots
and how real change happens when we feel safe enough to release what we’ve been carrying

how fascia works as the body’s largest sensory organ
why emotions and memories can become “held” in the tissue
the subtle ways our posture adapts to protect us
why frozen shoulders, tight hips or jaw tension can have emotional roots
and how real change happens when we feel safe enough to release what we’ve been carrying

This is a conversation about the whole body — not just muscles and movement, but the emotional patterns woven through them.
If you’ve ever wondered why your pain keeps returning, why certain areas feel stuck, or why tears sometimes appear in bodywork sessions… this episode might land deeply.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>3184false775full#74: The spice your body’s been missing with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/74-the-spice-your-body-s-been-missing-with-wendy-welpton--70090597In this mini episode, I explore why it’s not just what you do, but the way you do it, and why variety might be the missing ingredient in your everyday life.As always, I’ll guide you through a simple movement you can try straight away, so that by the end of this episode you don’t just think differently, you feel different.Listen in and leave feeling curious, capable, and empowered to move with more intention.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea!
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]]>4e6710e8-3c7e-480e-92cb-3f30852e7be3Tue, 17 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementWhat if being active isn’t the whole story?When I first started explaining natural movement, the same questions kept coming up — and they were exactly what I would have asked too.“I’m active - surely I’m fine?” “Isn’t moving just… moving?” “What are...In this mini episode, I explore why it’s not just what you do, but the way you do it, and why variety might be the missing ingredient in your everyday life.As always, I’ll guide you through a simple movement you can try straight away, so that by the end of this episode you don’t just think differently, you feel different.Listen in and leave feeling curious, capable, and empowered to move with more intention.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea!
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠WebsiteSign up for my free weekly newsletter, ‘Everyday Moves’ - https://www.reclaimmovement.co.uk/newsletter/
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]]>686false774full#73. Movement, Midlife and finding the courage to Roar your story with Hilary Salzman interviewing Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/73-movement-midlife-and-finding-the-courage-to-roar-your-story-with-hilary-salzman-interviewing-wendy-welpton--69922663

the shift from corporate life to work that feels deeply personal

why authenticity can feel so uncomfortable, and is so necessary

how vulnerability shows up in business (and where boundaries still matter)

the impact of social media, visibility, and being seen

the role of self-compassion when growth feels messy

and why community support is often the quiet force behind big changes

the shift from corporate life to work that feels deeply personal

why authenticity can feel so uncomfortable, and is so necessary

how vulnerability shows up in business (and where boundaries still matter)

the impact of social media, visibility, and being seen

the role of self-compassion when growth feels messy

and why community support is often the quiet force behind big changes

This episode isn’t just about my book, it’s also about what happens when you stop self-editing, trust your message, and allow it to evolve - even when you’re not quite sure where it’s all leading.If you’ve ever felt the pull to say something meaningful, but wondered whether it’s “enough” or whether now is the right time, this conversation might land closer to home than you expect.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠
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]]>3170false773full#72. A new shape for Make Movement Matter: Season 7 begins - movement, consistency & small shifts with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/72-a-new-shape-for-make-movement-matter-season-7-begins-movement-consistency-small-shifts-with-wendy-welpton--69751496Work with me in 2026If the way I coach and integrate movement resonates with you, there are a few ways you can work with me in 2026 to bring more everyday movement into your life.Everyday Minis offers short, practical movement breaks you can slot into daily life and is ideal if you want consistency without overwhelm.
For more information please click hereHappier Hips in 5 Steps is a gentle, self-paced mini course designed to help you build stronger, more mobile hips through everyday movement, without forcing, fixing, or overdoing it.For more information please click hereReclaim Everyday Ease, my signature live programme, begins on 19 January and is designed to help you build confidence, capability, and sustainable movement habits that support you for life. If you’d like to be the first to hear when doors open and receive an early-bird discount, you can join the waiting list, but please note that spaces are limited.For more information please click hereYou can also explore everything I offer, including my new website and refreshed Reclaim Movement branding, via the links in the show notes.If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠
]]>eb993126-897c-41f8-a545-e0bd4b03c3fcTue, 03 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementMake Movement Matter is back for 2026, and with it, a slightly new rhythm.In this short solo episode, I share how and why the podcast is evolving, what consistency really looks like behind the scenes, and how this new format better fits better with my...Work with me in 2026If the way I coach and integrate movement resonates with you, there are a few ways you can work with me in 2026 to bring more everyday movement into your life.Everyday Minis offers short, practical movement breaks you can slot into daily life and is ideal if you want consistency without overwhelm.
For more information please click hereHappier Hips in 5 Steps is a gentle, self-paced mini course designed to help you build stronger, more mobile hips through everyday movement, without forcing, fixing, or overdoing it.For more information please click hereReclaim Everyday Ease, my signature live programme, begins on 19 January and is designed to help you build confidence, capability, and sustainable movement habits that support you for life. If you’d like to be the first to hear when doors open and receive an early-bird discount, you can join the waiting list, but please note that spaces are limited.For more information please click hereYou can also explore everything I offer, including my new website and refreshed Reclaim Movement branding, via the links in the show notes.If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠
]]>540false772full#71. Looking back, moving forward with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/71-looking-back-moving-forward-with-wendy-welpton--69068321It’s a reflective conversation about tuning in, appreciating what the human body can do, and moving into the new year with curiosity, compassion, and hope.
Whether the festive season feels joyful, complicated, or somewhere in between, this episode is an invitation to keep moving in ways that support you; physically, mentally, and emotionally.Work with me in 2026If the way I coach and integrate movement resonates with you, there are a few ways you can work with me in 2026 to bring more everyday movement into your life.
Everyday Minis offers short, practical movement breaks you can slot into daily life and is ideal if you want consistency without overwhelm.
Happier Hips in 5 Steps is a gentle, self-paced mini course designed to help you build stronger, more mobile hips through everyday movement, without forcing, fixing, or overdoing it.
Reclaim Everyday Ease, my signature live programme, begins on 19 January and is designed to help you build confidence, capability, and sustainable movement habits that support you for life. If you’d like to be the first to hear when doors open and receive an early-bird discount, you can join the waiting list, but please note that spaces are limited.
You can also explore everything I offer, including my new website and refreshed Reclaim Movement branding, via the links in the show notes.
For the full show notes, visit:⁠⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠⁠Stay connectedIf you enjoy the podcast, I’d be grateful if you could leave a rating or review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify as it helps the show reach more people who may benefit from this perspective on movement.
And if there’s someone you think would make a great guest on the podcast next year, I’m always open to suggestions, please do feel free to get in touch.
Thank you so much for listening, and for being part of the Make Movement Matter and Reclaim Movement community.
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>88fed0ae-0b7b-4a5e-9b81-9af4abe5f50fTue, 16 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementAs we come to the end of the year, this solo episode is a moment to both reflect and look forward.I’m sharing my perspective on why celebrating small wins matters just as much as big milestones, how our relationship with movement and trust in our...It’s a reflective conversation about tuning in, appreciating what the human body can do, and moving into the new year with curiosity, compassion, and hope.
Whether the festive season feels joyful, complicated, or somewhere in between, this episode is an invitation to keep moving in ways that support you; physically, mentally, and emotionally.Work with me in 2026If the way I coach and integrate movement resonates with you, there are a few ways you can work with me in 2026 to bring more everyday movement into your life.
Everyday Minis offers short, practical movement breaks you can slot into daily life and is ideal if you want consistency without overwhelm.
Happier Hips in 5 Steps is a gentle, self-paced mini course designed to help you build stronger, more mobile hips through everyday movement, without forcing, fixing, or overdoing it.
Reclaim Everyday Ease, my signature live programme, begins on 19 January and is designed to help you build confidence, capability, and sustainable movement habits that support you for life. If you’d like to be the first to hear when doors open and receive an early-bird discount, you can join the waiting list, but please note that spaces are limited.
You can also explore everything I offer, including my new website and refreshed Reclaim Movement branding, via the links in the show notes.
For the full show notes, visit:⁠⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠⁠Stay connectedIf you enjoy the podcast, I’d be grateful if you could leave a rating or review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify as it helps the show reach more people who may benefit from this perspective on movement.
And if there’s someone you think would make a great guest on the podcast next year, I’m always open to suggestions, please do feel free to get in touch.
Thank you so much for listening, and for being part of the Make Movement Matter and Reclaim Movement community.
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>509false671full#70. The Well-Lived Life with Dr Gladys McGarey - re-release from July 2024https://www.spreaker.com/episode/70-the-well-lived-life-with-dr-gladys-mcgarey-re-release-from-july-2024--68952208This conversation with Dr Gladys McGarey was one of the greatest privileges of my podcasting life. We recorded it in July 2024, just a couple of months before she passed away, and I had no idea at the time that it would be one of her final interviews.
Listening back now, her wisdom lands even more deeply.
We talked about what it really means to feel “stuck” in life and how to find the true source of that stuckness. We explored her beautiful Five L’s; life, love, laughter, labour and listening, and the way she saw movement not just as a physical act, but as a way of staying connected to purpose.She spoke about choosing to move toward light rather than fear, about ageing into health, about the joy that comes from simply being alive… and the gentle power of listening and caring for one another as humans.
As we head into 2026, it felt like the perfect moment to bring this episode back. It’s grounding, perspective-shifting, and it’s a reminder that we always have a choice in how we move through the world, both literally and emotionally.
I hope her words encourage you to take stock of where you are, reconnect with what matters, and step into the new year with a little more hope, joy, and curiosity.
This one is truly special. 💜

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]]>f9d74757-b64f-4813-a335-fad18ac9a2eaTue, 09 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementA very special re-release as we near the end of 2025. This conversation with Dr Gladys McGarey was one of the greatest privileges of my podcasting life. We recorded it in July 2024, just a couple of months before she passed away, and I had no idea at...This conversation with Dr Gladys McGarey was one of the greatest privileges of my podcasting life. We recorded it in July 2024, just a couple of months before she passed away, and I had no idea at the time that it would be one of her final interviews.
Listening back now, her wisdom lands even more deeply.
We talked about what it really means to feel “stuck” in life and how to find the true source of that stuckness. We explored her beautiful Five L’s; life, love, laughter, labour and listening, and the way she saw movement not just as a physical act, but as a way of staying connected to purpose.She spoke about choosing to move toward light rather than fear, about ageing into health, about the joy that comes from simply being alive… and the gentle power of listening and caring for one another as humans.
As we head into 2026, it felt like the perfect moment to bring this episode back. It’s grounding, perspective-shifting, and it’s a reminder that we always have a choice in how we move through the world, both literally and emotionally.
I hope her words encourage you to take stock of where you are, reconnect with what matters, and step into the new year with a little more hope, joy, and curiosity.
This one is truly special. 💜

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]]>4057false670full#69. Redefining the athlete: self-belief, comparison & the power of moving forward with Cara Cunniffhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/69-redefining-the-athlete-self-belief-comparison-the-power-of-moving-forward-with-cara-cunniff--68828011In this honest conversation, we explore:• why so many of us feel “not good enough” even when we’re doing extraordinary things• the pressure of comparison, to others and our past selves• how identity shifts when injury, ageing or life changes• why movement means far more than performance• what self-belief actually looks like in real life
This episode is for anyone who moves, trains, walks, or simply tries, but still struggles to see themselves as capable.
It’s a reminder that you don’t need a medal to be a ‘mover’, you just need to appreciate yourself for keeping moving forward.
Listen now, and share with someone who needs encouragement today.

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]]>31abfc4a-9ac4-46d6-9d44-c6117dfbd872Tue, 02 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementFor years, Cara Cunniff ran ultra-marathons, Ironman races, and even six days across the Sahara desert, and still couldn't see herself as an athlete. In this honest conversation, we explore:• why so many of us feel “not good enough” even when we’re...In this honest conversation, we explore:• why so many of us feel “not good enough” even when we’re doing extraordinary things• the pressure of comparison, to others and our past selves• how identity shifts when injury, ageing or life changes• why movement means far more than performance• what self-belief actually looks like in real life
This episode is for anyone who moves, trains, walks, or simply tries, but still struggles to see themselves as capable.
It’s a reminder that you don’t need a medal to be a ‘mover’, you just need to appreciate yourself for keeping moving forward.
Listen now, and share with someone who needs encouragement today.

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]]>3166false669full#68. Stronger for longer: why bone health matters more than you think with Angela White, The Running Grannyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/68-stronger-for-longer-why-bone-health-matters-more-than-you-think-with-angela-white-the-running-granny--68732551Angela White, better known as The Running Granny, didn’t begin running until she was 53. Since then she’s run thousands of miles, including 2 epic challenges; 875 miles from John O’Groats to Land’s End, and 62 peaks at 62 (in less than 62 hours!), and become a powerful voice for healthy ageing and bone health awareness.
But this conversation isn’t just about ultrarunning. It’s about the tiny daily decisions that can shape our health for decades.
We talk about: • why bone health matters more than most of us realise • how small daily habits turn into lifelong strength • the reality of perimenopause, ageing and independence • why frailty and osteoporosis are not inevitable • how to start, even if you feel unfit, overwhelmed, or unsure
Angela’s story is extraordinary, but her message is beautifully simple: it’s never too late, and every small step counts.

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]]>0d824fb8-1c26-45c3-ad5a-7b00501bf552Tue, 25 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementIf you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late to start looking after your bone health, this episode is the reminder you need. Angela White, better known as The Running Granny, didn’t begin running until she was 53. Since then she’s run thousands of...Angela White, better known as The Running Granny, didn’t begin running until she was 53. Since then she’s run thousands of miles, including 2 epic challenges; 875 miles from John O’Groats to Land’s End, and 62 peaks at 62 (in less than 62 hours!), and become a powerful voice for healthy ageing and bone health awareness.
But this conversation isn’t just about ultrarunning. It’s about the tiny daily decisions that can shape our health for decades.
We talk about: • why bone health matters more than most of us realise • how small daily habits turn into lifelong strength • the reality of perimenopause, ageing and independence • why frailty and osteoporosis are not inevitable • how to start, even if you feel unfit, overwhelmed, or unsure
Angela’s story is extraordinary, but her message is beautifully simple: it’s never too late, and every small step counts.

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]]>3549false668full#67. 5 Steps to Healthier, Happier Hips with Wendy Welpton - Re-releasehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/67-5-steps-to-healthier-happier-hips-with-wendy-welpton-re-release--68610546Tight hips aren’t just about sitting too much.
Most of us spend our days moving our hips in only one or two ways, which limits how strong and mobile they can stay. In this short clip, I’m sharing the first two of my 5 daily steps for healthier, happier hips; simple changes that fit into real life and make a genuine difference to how you move and feel.

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]]>14e93287-567d-4cd7-9886-8d60e5c61ff3Tue, 18 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim Movement Tight hips aren’t just about sitting too much. Most of us spend our days moving our hips in only one or two ways, which limits how strong and mobile they can stay. In this short clip, I’m sharing the first two of my 5 daily steps for healthier,...Tight hips aren’t just about sitting too much.
Most of us spend our days moving our hips in only one or two ways, which limits how strong and mobile they can stay. In this short clip, I’m sharing the first two of my 5 daily steps for healthier, happier hips; simple changes that fit into real life and make a genuine difference to how you move and feel.

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]]>659false667full#66 Feet first: rethinking shoes for us and our kids with BarefootBrithttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/66-feet-first-rethinking-shoes-for-us-and-our-kids-with-barefootbrit--68515308

why conventional shoes can quietly reshape how kids (and adults) move

how reconnecting our feet and brain transforms balance, confidence, and coordination

what happens when we stop numbing our senses and start trusting our bodies again

and how to make the switch to healthier, foot-shaped footwear

why conventional shoes can quietly reshape how kids (and adults) move

how reconnecting our feet and brain transforms balance, confidence, and coordination

what happens when we stop numbing our senses and start trusting our bodies again

and how to make the switch to healthier, foot-shaped footwear

This conversation will make you rethink what your feet have been trying to tell you all along!
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>3278false666full#65. Move your body to shape the way you think and feel with Erica Hornthalhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/65-move-your-body-to-shape-the-way-you-think-and-feel-with-erica-hornthal--68406164In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Erica Hornthal, licensed clinical counsellor and dance/movement therapist, whose work bridges psychology and movement to help people feel more connected, calm, and creative in their own skin.
We explore how the way we hold ourselves, breathe, and our daily movement habits quietly influence mood, focus, and stress. We chat about how our body reacts to certain situations, how movement patterns mirror emotional patterns and practical ways to use small, everyday movements to reset and regulate
This week it’s not about learning how to dance, it’s about becoming aware, tuning in so you can learn to listen to what your body is saying.

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]]>8e53fa60-979b-4f52-b56c-3bc39fd8778dTue, 04 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementHave you ever noticed how your shoulders creep up when you’re stressed, or how you breathe faster when you’re anxious? That’s your body ‘talking’. In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Erica Hornthal, licensed clinical counsellor and dance/movement...In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Erica Hornthal, licensed clinical counsellor and dance/movement therapist, whose work bridges psychology and movement to help people feel more connected, calm, and creative in their own skin.
We explore how the way we hold ourselves, breathe, and our daily movement habits quietly influence mood, focus, and stress. We chat about how our body reacts to certain situations, how movement patterns mirror emotional patterns and practical ways to use small, everyday movements to reset and regulate
This week it’s not about learning how to dance, it’s about becoming aware, tuning in so you can learn to listen to what your body is saying.

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]]>3754false665full#64. Let’s Dance: Angela Rippon’s mission to get the nation movinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/64-let-s-dance-angela-rippon-s-mission-to-get-the-nation-moving--68305906In this heart-warming conversation, I am honoured to be joined by the legendary broadcaster and campaigner who shares how dance has shaped her life, from childhood ballet classes to Strictly Come Dancing, and why it’s become her mission to get the nation moving through her Let’s Dance campaign.
We talk about how dance lifts mood, improves health, and connects people across generations, and why joy might just be the missing ingredient in how we think about movement.
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]]>f8ee714a-8d45-46db-bc65-4c312c245233Tue, 28 Oct 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementAngela Rippon’s message is simple but powerful: you don’t need to be a dancer to dance. You just need music, a moment, and the willingness to move. In this heart-warming conversation, I am honoured to be joined by the legendary broadcaster and...In this heart-warming conversation, I am honoured to be joined by the legendary broadcaster and campaigner who shares how dance has shaped her life, from childhood ballet classes to Strictly Come Dancing, and why it’s become her mission to get the nation moving through her Let’s Dance campaign.
We talk about how dance lifts mood, improves health, and connects people across generations, and why joy might just be the missing ingredient in how we think about movement.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>3266false664full#63. Age is not the limit: moving for life, not just exercise with Erin Eleutariohttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/63-age-is-not-the-limit-moving-for-life-not-just-exercise-with-erin-eleutario--68222862In this powerful joint episode of Make Movement Matter and Agents of Movement, I’m joined by it’s host, Erin Eleutario, a fitness educator and advocate for active ageing, to explore how movement shapes our confidence, independence and joy at every stage of life.
We talk about: • Why cultural narratives around ageing can hold us back • How playfulness and curiosity make movement feel natural again • The small, everyday choices that build lifelong capability • The words we use, and how they shape what we believe we can do
This is an uplifting, practical reminder that movement isn’t just exercise, it’s how we stay connected, capable and confident for life.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>a0687ab3-607e-47b0-ab47-a16b7b61be2aTue, 21 Oct 2025 03:33:12 +0000Reclaim MovementWhat if we stopped seeing age as a barrier to movement, and started seeing it as a reason to move more? In this powerful joint episode of Make Movement Matter and Agents of Movement, I’m joined by it’s host, Erin Eleutario, a fitness educator and...In this powerful joint episode of Make Movement Matter and Agents of Movement, I’m joined by it’s host, Erin Eleutario, a fitness educator and advocate for active ageing, to explore how movement shapes our confidence, independence and joy at every stage of life.
We talk about: • Why cultural narratives around ageing can hold us back • How playfulness and curiosity make movement feel natural again • The small, everyday choices that build lifelong capability • The words we use, and how they shape what we believe we can do
This is an uplifting, practical reminder that movement isn’t just exercise, it’s how we stay connected, capable and confident for life.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠If you enjoy this podcast, please press Follow and Rate and Review. To support the show and help me to keep making the podcast, please contribute by ⁠Buying Me a Coffee...or Tea! Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

]]>3248false663full#62. When movement doesn’t feel safe: trauma and the hidden impact on exercise with Dr Susanna Petchehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/62-when-movement-doesn-t-feel-safe-trauma-and-the-hidden-impact-on-exercise-with-dr-susanna-petche--68126290This week on the Make Movement Matter podcast, Dr. Susanna Petche joins me to explore how trauma can disconnect us from our bodies, dampen intuition, and make exercise feel unsafe.
Susanna shares her powerful story of breaking down as a high-functioning GP, being diagnosed with complex PTSD, and how she’s learning to reclaim movement in a safe, empowering way.
Together, we discuss the links between dissociation, hypervigilance, and healing, and why joy, curiosity and safety matter far more than discipline or willpower.

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]]>970e50bc-5784-4183-a4b4-33721816daefTue, 14 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementWhy can movement feel so hard for some of us - even when we want to do it? This week on the Make Movement Matter podcast, Dr. Susanna Petche joins me to explore how trauma can disconnect us from our bodies, dampen intuition, and make exercise feel...This week on the Make Movement Matter podcast, Dr. Susanna Petche joins me to explore how trauma can disconnect us from our bodies, dampen intuition, and make exercise feel unsafe.
Susanna shares her powerful story of breaking down as a high-functioning GP, being diagnosed with complex PTSD, and how she’s learning to reclaim movement in a safe, empowering way.
Together, we discuss the links between dissociation, hypervigilance, and healing, and why joy, curiosity and safety matter far more than discipline or willpower.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>3565false662full#61. Surf, strength & sisterhood: Redefining possibility in midlife and beyond with Inessa Lovehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/61-surf-strength-sisterhood-redefining-possibility-in-midlife-and-beyond-with-inessa-love--68039272To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>3282c2c5-a2b9-424d-8052-d791f10d4d16Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementYour strength is still in there, it’s just waiting to be reclaimed.When Inessa first stood on a surfboard at nearly 50, she had no idea it would change everything.But movement has a way of unlocking more than just muscle - it builds courage,...To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>2881false661full#60. From skydiving and climbing Everest to anti-poaching: bold moves, big impact with Holly Budgehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/60-from-skydiving-and-climbing-everest-to-anti-poaching-bold-moves-big-impact-with-holly-budge--67947603

Why action beats perfection (and how she fell out of the plane…)

Building mental strength step by step - even when the summit feels far away

How women on the frontlines are changing conservation for good

And why setting big, scary goals might be the best gift you can give yourself

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>1787a556-5488-4877-93d9-6236c52216b9Tue, 30 Sep 2025 03:45:40 +0000Reclaim MovementShe skydived Everest, climbed it too. But the scariest thing she’s done? Conservation.From world-first feats to frontline anti-poaching missions, Holly Budge’s story is one of bold action, deep purpose, and relentless preparation.In this inspiring...

Why action beats perfection (and how she fell out of the plane…)

Building mental strength step by step - even when the summit feels far away

How women on the frontlines are changing conservation for good

And why setting big, scary goals might be the best gift you can give yourself

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>3481false660full#59 Make Movement Matter: Season 6 begins with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/59-make-movement-matter-season-6-begins-with-wendy-welpton--67859138
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Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠]]>363false659full#58. From one hill to the Camino: walking away from drinking & into a new life with Mick Copehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/58-from-one-hill-to-the-camino-walking-away-from-drinking-into-a-new-life-with-mick-cope--66892042In the final episode of Series 5 of the ‘Make Movement Matter’ podcast, Mick Cope shares the simple, but life-altering moment he decided to walk up a small hill near his home. It was hard, really hard, but it sparked something.
What began as one difficult walk became a habit, then a passion and eventually, a calling - to the Camino de Santiago, where he’s now walked thousands of kilometres and inspired dozens to do the same.
If you’ve ever wondered how to begin, or doubted that small steps could lead to big change - this story will convince you otherwise.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>b7ccb039-1ddf-4f4b-b2ae-12e95e05f122Tue, 08 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementOne walk. One hill. And everything changed! In the final episode of Series 5 of the ‘Make Movement Matter’ podcast, Mick Cope shares the simple, but life-altering moment he decided to walk up a small hill near his home. It was hard, really hard, but...In the final episode of Series 5 of the ‘Make Movement Matter’ podcast, Mick Cope shares the simple, but life-altering moment he decided to walk up a small hill near his home. It was hard, really hard, but it sparked something.
What began as one difficult walk became a habit, then a passion and eventually, a calling - to the Camino de Santiago, where he’s now walked thousands of kilometres and inspired dozens to do the same.
If you’ve ever wondered how to begin, or doubted that small steps could lead to big change - this story will convince you otherwise.
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]]>3600false558full#57. The subtle art of alignment; Feel better by noticing more with Verity Bellhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/57-the-subtle-art-of-alignment-feel-better-by-noticing-more-with-verity-bell--66813944You’ve probably heard the word alignment used everywhere. But what does it really mean, and why does it matter in your everyday life?
In this episode, I speak with Verity Bell, a human movement specialist with over 20 years’ experience, whose work blends biomechanics, breath, yoga and gait.
Together, we explore: – Why “good posture” isn’t the goal – How your body communicates through pain – The subtle but powerful role of gravity and breath– Why curiosity is the key to lasting change
Verity shares practical, science-backed insights and stories that will make you want to pause, check in, and reimagine how you relate to your body.
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]]>a97721bb-6c4a-4b4b-bd13-6bd8a4e56b08Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim Movement"What if pain isn’t the problem - but the message?" You’ve probably heard the word alignment used everywhere. But what does it really mean, and why does it matter in your everyday life? In this episode, I speak with Verity Bell, a human movement...You’ve probably heard the word alignment used everywhere. But what does it really mean, and why does it matter in your everyday life?
In this episode, I speak with Verity Bell, a human movement specialist with over 20 years’ experience, whose work blends biomechanics, breath, yoga and gait.
Together, we explore: – Why “good posture” isn’t the goal – How your body communicates through pain – The subtle but powerful role of gravity and breath– Why curiosity is the key to lasting change
Verity shares practical, science-backed insights and stories that will make you want to pause, check in, and reimagine how you relate to your body.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>4024false557full#56. Shaking Off Tension: How TRE Helps You Release Stress and Trauma with Sylvia Tillmannhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/56-shaking-off-tension-how-tre-helps-you-release-stress-and-trauma-with-sylvia-tillmann--66715988In this episode, I speak with @sylviatillmann.tre about the power of Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE®): a simple, natural, and surprisingly powerful way to shake off what’s weighing you down - both physically and emotionally.
We cover: – What TRE actually is (and why it looks a bit odd at first!)– How it helped Sylvia recover from back pain – Why you don’t need to dig into past trauma to benefit– The science behind shaking as a stress release– What a typical TRE session looks like
Tune in if you’re curious about reconnecting with your body and giving your nervous system the reset it’s crying out for.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>83d0661f-f232-43fd-9ac9-e2c81f35c985Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementFeeling stressed, tense, or stuck in a cycle of pain?What if your body already knew how to heal, and all you had to do was let it? In this episode, I speak with @sylviatillmann.tre about the power of Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE®): a...In this episode, I speak with @sylviatillmann.tre about the power of Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE®): a simple, natural, and surprisingly powerful way to shake off what’s weighing you down - both physically and emotionally.
We cover: – What TRE actually is (and why it looks a bit odd at first!)– How it helped Sylvia recover from back pain – Why you don’t need to dig into past trauma to benefit– The science behind shaking as a stress release– What a typical TRE session looks like
Tune in if you’re curious about reconnecting with your body and giving your nervous system the reset it’s crying out for.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>3169false556full#55. The raw truth about movement: Combating teacher burnout and pain with Clare Rawlingshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/55-the-raw-truth-about-movement-combating-teacher-burnout-and-pain-with-clare-rawlings--66584916This week, I chat with Clare Rawlings, former teacher turned movement coach, founder of Raw Movement, about the hidden toll of repetitive work patterns, poor footwear, and a lack of basic movement education in both schools and offices.
We talk about:👉 Why ticking the “150 minutes ‘exercise’ a week” box often isn’t enough👉 How teachers (and kids) are learning movement habits that hurt👉 What small shifts in daily movement can do for pain, energy and health
Whether you work in a school (or office) or just spend a lot of time on your feet, this conversation will get you thinking differently about how you move, and how you feel.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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We talk about:👉 Why ticking the “150 minutes ‘exercise’ a week” box often isn’t enough👉 How teachers (and kids) are learning movement habits that hurt👉 What small shifts in daily movement can do for pain, energy and health
Whether you work in a school (or office) or just spend a lot of time on your feet, this conversation will get you thinking differently about how you move, and how you feel.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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In this powerful episode, I speak to my friends Kerry and Fiona, who took part in the World’s Toughest Row and came back with stories of strength, sea salt, and sisterhood.
We talk about what it’s really like to live on a boat for 44 days, how mindset helped them through the hardest moments, and why they did it to raise awareness for mental health.
From night shifts and barnacles to deep friendships and deeper reflections, this one is packed with hope, humour, and hard-won wisdom.

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In this powerful episode, I speak to my friends Kerry and Fiona, who took part in the World’s Toughest Row and came back with stories of strength, sea salt, and sisterhood.
We talk about what it’s really like to live on a boat for 44 days, how mindset helped them through the hardest moments, and why they did it to raise awareness for mental health.
From night shifts and barnacles to deep friendships and deeper reflections, this one is packed with hope, humour, and hard-won wisdom.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5-Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.]]>3924false554full#53. Movement, Medicine, and Muddy Hands: The Gardening GP’s Lifestyle Medicine Mission with Susan Taherihttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/53-movement-medicine-and-muddy-hands-the-gardening-gp-s-lifestyle-medicine-mission-with-susan-taheri--66376514In this episode of Make Movement Matter, I talk to Susan Taheri, a rural GP who turned her growing frustration with the healthcare system into something living and healing - a garden. Not a metaphorical one. A real, community garden next to her practice in Devon, where patients can reconnect, move more, and experience a different kind of care.
We chat about why she built the garden from scratch, how movement sneaks into every part of gardening, and what happens when doctors start meeting patients outside and connecting in the open air.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5-Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.]]>cae76552-5f98-4a58-969f-40c37e891e1dTue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementWhat if one of the answers to better health wasn’t more medication… but more mud under your nails? In this episode of Make Movement Matter, I talk to Susan Taheri, a rural GP who turned her growing frustration with the healthcare system into something...In this episode of Make Movement Matter, I talk to Susan Taheri, a rural GP who turned her growing frustration with the healthcare system into something living and healing - a garden. Not a metaphorical one. A real, community garden next to her practice in Devon, where patients can reconnect, move more, and experience a different kind of care.
We chat about why she built the garden from scratch, how movement sneaks into every part of gardening, and what happens when doctors start meeting patients outside and connecting in the open air.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5-Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.]]>3197false553full#52. Building Resilience: How Movement Helps Us Face Life’s Challenges with Jess Radhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/52-building-resilience-how-movement-helps-us-face-life-s-challenges-with-jess-rad--66288463In this episode, I speak to award-winning speaker and gender equity advocate Jess Rad about how movement became her secret weapon through some of life’s toughest chapters - from premature menopause and divorce to discovering she’s neurodivergent in her 40s.
Jess shares the unexpected power of cold water swimming, why she’s drawn to endurance challenges, and how building physical strength helped restore mental resilience. We also talk about her work with The WomenHood, why we need to open up more conversations around menopause, ADHD and parent carers - and how finding the right support changes everything.
It’s an uplifting, honest conversation about strength, self-awareness, and why taking care of ourselves is not a luxury - it’s essential.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

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]]>a13fb055-e606-42d0-b343-b50db6392991Tue, 27 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementHow do you keep going when life throws everything at you at once? In this episode, I speak to award-winning speaker and gender equity advocate Jess Rad about how movement became her secret weapon through some of life’s toughest chapters - from...In this episode, I speak to award-winning speaker and gender equity advocate Jess Rad about how movement became her secret weapon through some of life’s toughest chapters - from premature menopause and divorce to discovering she’s neurodivergent in her 40s.
Jess shares the unexpected power of cold water swimming, why she’s drawn to endurance challenges, and how building physical strength helped restore mental resilience. We also talk about her work with The WomenHood, why we need to open up more conversations around menopause, ADHD and parent carers - and how finding the right support changes everything.
It’s an uplifting, honest conversation about strength, self-awareness, and why taking care of ourselves is not a luxury - it’s essential.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

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]]>3087false552full#51. More Than Skin Deep: The Truth About Moisturisers, Marketing & Movement with Julie Mackenhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/51-more-than-skin-deep-the-truth-about-moisturisers-marketing-movement-with-julie-macken--66161849In this episode, I speak with natural skincare founder and chemist Julie Macken about why it’s time to rethink what we put on our skin. We explore the surprising truth about moisturisers, the marketing messages we’ve absorbed without question, and how our skin—our body’s largest organ—needs support just as much as our muscles and joints.
We also dive into the privilege of ageing, the power of simple ingredients, and why many popular skincare routines may be doing more harm than good. Julie shares practical insights, gentle alternatives, and the chemistry behind what your skin really needs (and doesn’t).
Whether you’re already label-savvy or have never looked beyond the front of the bottle—this is one conversation you won’t want to miss.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>3a0e8b4c-83bf-4cdb-a060-48e401841531Tue, 20 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementMost of us never stop to ask: what’s actually in our skincare—and is it helping or harming? In this episode, I speak with natural skincare founder and chemist Julie Macken about why it’s time to rethink what we put on our skin. We explore the...In this episode, I speak with natural skincare founder and chemist Julie Macken about why it’s time to rethink what we put on our skin. We explore the surprising truth about moisturisers, the marketing messages we’ve absorbed without question, and how our skin—our body’s largest organ—needs support just as much as our muscles and joints.
We also dive into the privilege of ageing, the power of simple ingredients, and why many popular skincare routines may be doing more harm than good. Julie shares practical insights, gentle alternatives, and the chemistry behind what your skin really needs (and doesn’t).
Whether you’re already label-savvy or have never looked beyond the front of the bottle—this is one conversation you won’t want to miss.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>3733false551full#50. Understanding pain beyond the myths with Dr Tawny Krosshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/50-understanding-pain-beyond-the-myths-with-dr-tawny-kross--66064114Is your pain alarm system overreacting?
We often think of pain as a sign of damage - something to fear, avoid or push through. But what if pain isn’t just about injury? What if, like an oversensitive smoke alarm, it sometimes goes off when there’s no real danger? In this episode, I talk to Dr. Tawny Kross, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Pain Specialist, to explore the truth about pain, the biggest myths holding us back, and how movement can actually help, not harm.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in pain, unsure whether to rest or move, or frustrated by conflicting advice, this conversation is for you. Tune in to learn how to listen to your body more wisely, better understand and retrain pain responses and start moving with confidence again.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5-Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.]]>223f6264-e811-4448-aaab-2c065fd20ec6Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim Movement Is your pain alarm system overreacting? We often think of pain as a sign of damage - something to fear, avoid or push through. But what if pain isn’t just about injury? What if, like an oversensitive smoke alarm, it sometimes goes off when there’s no...Is your pain alarm system overreacting?
We often think of pain as a sign of damage - something to fear, avoid or push through. But what if pain isn’t just about injury? What if, like an oversensitive smoke alarm, it sometimes goes off when there’s no real danger? In this episode, I talk to Dr. Tawny Kross, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Pain Specialist, to explore the truth about pain, the biggest myths holding us back, and how movement can actually help, not harm.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in pain, unsure whether to rest or move, or frustrated by conflicting advice, this conversation is for you. Tune in to learn how to listen to your body more wisely, better understand and retrain pain responses and start moving with confidence again.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5-Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.]]>2194false550full#49. From Pills to Purposeful Steps: Sir Muir Gray onWalking as Medicine and Rewriting the Narrative of Ageinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/49-from-pills-to-purposeful-steps-sir-muir-gray-onwalking-as-medicine-and-rewriting-the-narrative-of-ageing--65931687Sir Muir Gray believes it can. At 80, he’s still leading a revolution in public health. His latest mission is simple: get people moving more, every day. In this episode, we explore why walking is one of the most powerful tools we have - not just for prevention, but as part of the cure.
We talk about Muir’s four S’s; Strength, Stamina, Suppleness and Skill, and how they’re vital for living better, not just longer. From brisk walking to strength bands and standing on one leg while brushing your teeth, this is a conversation packed with practical insights, heartfelt honesty, and the kind of wisdom that might just change the way you move through life.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>ed7d77c1-70d1-48da-851f-5ca611825a84Tue, 06 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementCan walking really change your future? Sir Muir Gray believes it can. At 80, he’s still leading a revolution in public health. His latest mission is simple: get people moving more, every day. In this episode, we explore why walking is one of the most...Sir Muir Gray believes it can. At 80, he’s still leading a revolution in public health. His latest mission is simple: get people moving more, every day. In this episode, we explore why walking is one of the most powerful tools we have - not just for prevention, but as part of the cure.
We talk about Muir’s four S’s; Strength, Stamina, Suppleness and Skill, and how they’re vital for living better, not just longer. From brisk walking to strength bands and standing on one leg while brushing your teeth, this is a conversation packed with practical insights, heartfelt honesty, and the kind of wisdom that might just change the way you move through life.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>2630false549full#48. Wendy's Wanderings - Start your Walking Habit this May with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/48-wendy-s-wanderings-start-your-walking-habit-this-may-with-wendy-welpton--65786990🎙️In this short solo episode, I share how walking helped me in my recovery from chronic pain, why it’s one of the most underrated forms of movement we have, and how even just five minutes a day can change everything - for your body, brain and mood.
Plus: ✅ The truth about the 10,000 steps myth ✅ How to start walking without pressure ✅ Why your health isn’t written on your wrist
✨ Take the first step today - and maybe start a ripple that lasts a lifetime.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5-Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.
]]>a425cab6-9b00-41fb-abfb-8f7ff77873eaTue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementEvery step counts! Do you want to build a walking habit that actually sticks? Use National Walking Month this May as the perfect nudge. 🎙️In this short solo episode, I share how walking helped me in my recovery from chronic pain, why it’s one of the...🎙️In this short solo episode, I share how walking helped me in my recovery from chronic pain, why it’s one of the most underrated forms of movement we have, and how even just five minutes a day can change everything - for your body, brain and mood.
Plus: ✅ The truth about the 10,000 steps myth ✅ How to start walking without pressure ✅ Why your health isn’t written on your wrist
✨ Take the first step today - and maybe start a ripple that lasts a lifetime.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>607false548full#47. ‘Inner Sense’: Why your body holds the answers to health & well-being with Caroline Williamshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/47-inner-sense-why-your-body-holds-the-answers-to-health-well-being-with-caroline-williams--65091535Interoception, the sense of what’s happening inside our bodies, shapes how we think, feel and move. It’s why gut feelings exist. It’s why chronic pain can persist even when injuries heal. It’s why some people can read a room before a word is spoken.
In the final episode of the 4th season of the ‘Make Movement Matter' podcast, I’m joined once again by my first ever podcast guest, science journalist Caroline Williams to talk about her fascinating new book, ‘Inner Sense: How the new science of interoception can transform your health". We explore the hidden power of interoception and how tuning into your internal signals can change everything from movement to mental health. We talk about vibrating pills (yes, really), flotation tanks, gut-brain science and how elite professionals use body awareness as their secret weapon.
This episode may make you rethink everything you thought you knew about ‘listening to your body.’
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

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]]>3ca7e5b1-e5c8-4860-abb4-d6c22730955eTue, 25 Mar 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementWe talk about fitness. We talk about mindset. But what if the missing piece to movement, resilience and health is something we barely think about? Interoception, the sense of what’s happening inside our bodies, shapes how we think, feel and move. It’s...Interoception, the sense of what’s happening inside our bodies, shapes how we think, feel and move. It’s why gut feelings exist. It’s why chronic pain can persist even when injuries heal. It’s why some people can read a room before a word is spoken.
In the final episode of the 4th season of the ‘Make Movement Matter' podcast, I’m joined once again by my first ever podcast guest, science journalist Caroline Williams to talk about her fascinating new book, ‘Inner Sense: How the new science of interoception can transform your health". We explore the hidden power of interoception and how tuning into your internal signals can change everything from movement to mental health. We talk about vibrating pills (yes, really), flotation tanks, gut-brain science and how elite professionals use body awareness as their secret weapon.
This episode may make you rethink everything you thought you knew about ‘listening to your body.’
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]]>3932false447full#46. Why kids aren’t moving: rethinking youth movement to make exercise fun again with Ajaye Hunn-Phillipshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/46-why-kids-aren-t-moving-rethinking-youth-movement-to-make-exercise-fun-again-with-ajaye-hunn-phillips--64946503It’s easy to blame screens or modern life, but the reality is far more complex. Schools aren’t always prioritising PE, play spaces are disappearing and fear of failure is stopping many young people from even trying. When movement becomes a chore instead of something fun, kids opt out, and that can shape their relationship with exercise for life.
So how do we change the story? Ajaye Hunn-Phillips, co-founder of The Project PT, is passionate about making movement matter, having first-hand knowledge of the barriers young people face and what actually works to help them build confidence and joy in moving.
If you care about making movement more inclusive and enjoyable for kids, to last a lifetime, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.
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]]>ce482766-5422-4e3c-adca-21fed0fc111dTue, 18 Mar 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementWhy are kids moving less than ever before? It’s easy to blame screens or modern life, but the reality is far more complex. Schools aren’t always prioritising PE, play spaces are disappearing and fear of failure is stopping many young people from even...It’s easy to blame screens or modern life, but the reality is far more complex. Schools aren’t always prioritising PE, play spaces are disappearing and fear of failure is stopping many young people from even trying. When movement becomes a chore instead of something fun, kids opt out, and that can shape their relationship with exercise for life.
So how do we change the story? Ajaye Hunn-Phillips, co-founder of The Project PT, is passionate about making movement matter, having first-hand knowledge of the barriers young people face and what actually works to help them build confidence and joy in moving.
If you care about making movement more inclusive and enjoyable for kids, to last a lifetime, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.
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]]>3467false446full#45 Running and taking M.E.Ds at 90: Sir Christopher Ball’s recipe for longevityhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/45-running-and-taking-m-e-ds-at-90-sir-christopher-ball-s-recipe-for-longevity--64800777At 67, Sir Christopher Ball had never been a runner. A doctor told him he was slightly overweight and needed more exercise, so he started jogging. That decision led to 7 marathons in 7 days, a world record for 10 marathons in 10 days at 72, and the creation of the Brathay 10in10 Challenge - all proving movement really has no age limit.
Now, at 90, he’s still running and planning his 100th birthday race. In this episode, we talk about mindset, movement and why ageing should be an adventure - not a decline.
“Age should be an adventure. It’s an adventure like going into a jungle. It is quite dangerous. And you never know what’s going to leap out from behind the next tree. But approach it as one of the great adventures of life - positively.”
Sir Christopher Ball’s view on the world is truly inspiring and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of this conversation and you cannot fail to either.
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]]>36818393-c307-46f7-9cf4-d68e8902692aTue, 11 Mar 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementHow long can you keep running? At 67, Sir Christopher Ball had never been a runner. A doctor told him he was slightly overweight and needed more exercise, so he started jogging. That decision led to 7 marathons in 7 days, a world record for 10...At 67, Sir Christopher Ball had never been a runner. A doctor told him he was slightly overweight and needed more exercise, so he started jogging. That decision led to 7 marathons in 7 days, a world record for 10 marathons in 10 days at 72, and the creation of the Brathay 10in10 Challenge - all proving movement really has no age limit.
Now, at 90, he’s still running and planning his 100th birthday race. In this episode, we talk about mindset, movement and why ageing should be an adventure - not a decline.
“Age should be an adventure. It’s an adventure like going into a jungle. It is quite dangerous. And you never know what’s going to leap out from behind the next tree. But approach it as one of the great adventures of life - positively.”
Sir Christopher Ball’s view on the world is truly inspiring and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of this conversation and you cannot fail to either.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

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]]>3423false445full#44. Can You Reverse Ageing? The science of longevity with Leslie Kennyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/44-can-you-reverse-ageing-the-science-of-longevity-with-leslie-kenny--64684597At 39, Leslie Kenny was diagnosed with lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and Hashimoto’s, told her health would only decline, and given no real solutions beyond medication. But instead of accepting that fate, she turned to lifestyle medicine, movement and cellular renewal, and now, at 59, her biological age is just 21 and she is thriving!
In this episode, Leslie, founder of Oxford Healthspan and co-founder of the Oxford Longevity Project, a non-profit educational organisation, shares how she put her autoimmune conditions into remission, the science behind autophagy and inflammation, and why movement is key to longevity. If you’ve ever doubted your body’s ability to heal, this conversation might just change your perspective.

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In this episode, Leslie, founder of Oxford Healthspan and co-founder of the Oxford Longevity Project, a non-profit educational organisation, shares how she put her autoimmune conditions into remission, the science behind autophagy and inflammation, and why movement is key to longevity. If you’ve ever doubted your body’s ability to heal, this conversation might just change your perspective.

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This week on the podcast, I chat with the wonderful Dr. Indika, also known as the Joyful Dancing Doctor, about her journey from GP to discovering the incredible healing power of conscious dance. We dive into why traditional healthcare can often fall short, how functional medicine is able to go further, and why giving yourself permission to move freely through dance can unlock something truly magical.
This episode is all about connection; mind, body and spirit and finding joy in movement. Dr. Indika shares how conscious dance isn’t about steps or choreography; it’s about tuning into your body, releasing emotions, and just letting go.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed or like there’s more to discover within yourself, this is your sign to press play. Let’s dance our way to freedom, joy and healing!
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>831b6645-8e15-435d-9301-420cde108686Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:31:21 +0000Reclaim Movement What if that feeling of joy when you dance could give you more than fleeting benefits? This week on the podcast, I chat with the wonderful Dr. Indika, also known as the Joyful Dancing Doctor, about her journey from GP to discovering the incredible...What if that feeling of joy when you dance could give you more than fleeting benefits?
This week on the podcast, I chat with the wonderful Dr. Indika, also known as the Joyful Dancing Doctor, about her journey from GP to discovering the incredible healing power of conscious dance. We dive into why traditional healthcare can often fall short, how functional medicine is able to go further, and why giving yourself permission to move freely through dance can unlock something truly magical.
This episode is all about connection; mind, body and spirit and finding joy in movement. Dr. Indika shares how conscious dance isn’t about steps or choreography; it’s about tuning into your body, releasing emotions, and just letting go.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed or like there’s more to discover within yourself, this is your sign to press play. Let’s dance our way to freedom, joy and healing!
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>3418false443full#42. The power of gentle movement & community: Sue Holly-Rodway & Suzy Bolt discuss living with long COVIDhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/42-the-power-of-gentle-movement-community-sue-holly-rodway-suzy-bolt-discuss-living-with-long-covid--64426945Discover how gentle movement, breathwork, and the magic of community can spark hope even in the darkest times.
This conversation shows us just how important it is to really listen to your body and that even through the hardest challenges you can reclaim your power. Whether you’re living with chronic illness or simply navigating life’s challenges, Sue and Suzy’s stories will leave you inspired to find joy, build strength, and it proves that progress is always possible.
This was a truly heartfelt discussion that I thoroughly enjoyed and hope you do too.
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]]>75b15bad-d412-4e87-9d6c-ee21613223f2Tue, 18 Feb 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementWhat happens when life as you know it comes crashing down? In this episode of the ‘Make Movement Matter’ podcast, Sue Holly-Rodway and Suzy Bolt, two extraordinary women redefine resilience in the face of long COVID. From devastating symptoms to the...Discover how gentle movement, breathwork, and the magic of community can spark hope even in the darkest times.
This conversation shows us just how important it is to really listen to your body and that even through the hardest challenges you can reclaim your power. Whether you’re living with chronic illness or simply navigating life’s challenges, Sue and Suzy’s stories will leave you inspired to find joy, build strength, and it proves that progress is always possible.
This was a truly heartfelt discussion that I thoroughly enjoyed and hope you do too.
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]]>4610false442full#41. Nature, resilience and self-belief: empowering teenage girls with Sophie Storm Robertshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/41-nature-resilience-and-self-belief-empowering-teenage-girls-with-sophie-storm-roberts--64308586 Sophie shares the deeper reasons behind this disengagement, from societal pressures to social media influences, and reveals her strategies for helping young girls reclaim their confidence. This is more than just a conversation about exercise—it's about unlocking potential, building resilience, and helping girls find joy in movement.
Sophie’s Trailblazers program is transforming lives, showing girls that they’re more capable than they imagine. From small daily habits to life-changing adventures, Sophie highlights how small steps lead to monumental shifts.
Whether you’re a caregiver, teacher or someone seeking inspiration, this episode will make you rethink how we empower the next generation and discover how we can all help teenage girls not just survive but thrive. To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

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]]>295e2f46-e62a-4b07-bd4c-3b20d7dc8633Tue, 11 Feb 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementHave you ever wondered why so many teenage girls lose their spark for movement and activity? Adventurer and mindset coach Sophie Storm Roberts is the guest on this week’s episode of Make Movement Matter. Sophie shares the deeper reasons behind this... Sophie shares the deeper reasons behind this disengagement, from societal pressures to social media influences, and reveals her strategies for helping young girls reclaim their confidence. This is more than just a conversation about exercise—it's about unlocking potential, building resilience, and helping girls find joy in movement.
Sophie’s Trailblazers program is transforming lives, showing girls that they’re more capable than they imagine. From small daily habits to life-changing adventures, Sophie highlights how small steps lead to monumental shifts.
Whether you’re a caregiver, teacher or someone seeking inspiration, this episode will make you rethink how we empower the next generation and discover how we can all help teenage girls not just survive but thrive. To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

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]]>3478false441full#40. Overcoming addiction: Karl Chown’s inspiring recovery journey through finding peace in nature and himselfhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/40-overcoming-addiction-karl-chown-s-inspiring-recovery-journey-through-finding-peace-in-nature-and-himself--64180225 Hear how Karl transformed his world, embracing nature, setting strong boundaries, and finding joy in the smallest moments.
His story is raw, inspiring, and full of wisdom for anyone who’s ever struggled, or loved someone who has. 🎧✨🌿
Explicit Content Warning: A quick note before you begin. This episode includes open and honest discussion about addiction, mental health struggles, and some strong language. Karl Chown shares his story with incredible candor and depth, but some parts may not be suitable for younger listeners or those sensitive to these topics, so it might be a good idea to pop in your headphones if there are little ears nearby. Please listen with care and compassion.

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]]>3986abc6-7704-4cd0-b534-d916430ad6dfTue, 04 Feb 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementMeet Karl Chown, a man who’s been through the depths of addiction and found his way back to a fulfilling life. In this episode, Karl gets real about his 33-year journey of sobriety, the fears that shaped his childhood, and the pivotal moment that... Hear how Karl transformed his world, embracing nature, setting strong boundaries, and finding joy in the smallest moments.
His story is raw, inspiring, and full of wisdom for anyone who’s ever struggled, or loved someone who has. 🎧✨🌿
Explicit Content Warning: A quick note before you begin. This episode includes open and honest discussion about addiction, mental health struggles, and some strong language. Karl Chown shares his story with incredible candor and depth, but some parts may not be suitable for younger listeners or those sensitive to these topics, so it might be a good idea to pop in your headphones if there are little ears nearby. Please listen with care and compassion.

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]]>3612true440full#39. Movement and empowerment: Charlotte Neal’s life with fibromyalgiahttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/39-movement-and-empowerment-charlotte-neal-s-life-with-fibromyalgia--63946276 From tracking symptoms to discovering the brain-body connection, she dives deep into how understanding her condition helped to change her life.
Join us as we explore the role of movement in managing chronic pain and the importance of workplace flexibility and community support.
Charlotte’s journey isn’t just inspiring, it’s a guide for anyone seeking to balance life with chronic pain while building a future full of purpose and joy. Listen to discover how small steps can lead to big changes! To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

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]]>a0b4dfc6-6915-4572-8341-c0343f915d77Tue, 28 Jan 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementLiving with fibromyalgia can be a very difficult journey, but Charlotte Neal’s story is one of hope, resilience, and empowerment. In this episode, Charlotte shares her personal experience of navigating mysterious symptoms, finally receiving a... From tracking symptoms to discovering the brain-body connection, she dives deep into how understanding her condition helped to change her life.
Join us as we explore the role of movement in managing chronic pain and the importance of workplace flexibility and community support.
Charlotte’s journey isn’t just inspiring, it’s a guide for anyone seeking to balance life with chronic pain while building a future full of purpose and joy. Listen to discover how small steps can lead to big changes! To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes, visit:⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

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]]>2510false439full#38. Unlocking whole body alignment through better foot function with Rachel Tylerhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/38-unlocking-whole-body-alignment-through-better-foot-function-with-rachel-tyler--63772058 In this week’s episode of the ‘Make Movement Matter’ podcast, I’m chatting with biomechanics specialist Rachel Tyler, who’s here to show you why sore feet, back pain, or even tight hips might actually start with your toes! 🦶
Rachel unpacks the fascinating links between foot mechanics, posture, and overall health, sharing practical tips to improve how you walk, stand, and move. Whether you’re in search of how to unlock pain-free movement or you’re curious about the benefits of going barefoot, this episode will leave you stepping (!) into a new mindset about your body.
Don’t miss it—your feet (and the rest of you) will thank you! 👣✨
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]]>cb643bda-a553-4936-b0ed-80938bab704aTue, 21 Jan 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementHave you ever thought about how much your feet impact the movement of the rest of your body?💡 In this week’s episode of the ‘Make Movement Matter’ podcast, I’m chatting with biomechanics specialist Rachel Tyler, who’s here to show you why sore... In this week’s episode of the ‘Make Movement Matter’ podcast, I’m chatting with biomechanics specialist Rachel Tyler, who’s here to show you why sore feet, back pain, or even tight hips might actually start with your toes! 🦶
Rachel unpacks the fascinating links between foot mechanics, posture, and overall health, sharing practical tips to improve how you walk, stand, and move. Whether you’re in search of how to unlock pain-free movement or you’re curious about the benefits of going barefoot, this episode will leave you stepping (!) into a new mindset about your body.
Don’t miss it—your feet (and the rest of you) will thank you! 👣✨
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]]>4198false438full#37. Small steps, big changes: Inspiring movement for 2025 that fits your lifehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/37-small-steps-big-changes-inspiring-movement-for-2025-that-fits-your-life--63681485 We’ve gathered highlights from nine inspiring guests who remind us that movement isn’t about perfection or pressure, it’s about joy, exploration and finding what works for you. From wiggle breaks, or exercise snacking, or movement as play, these clips showcase how simple, small changes can make a big impact on your well-being.
From mindful walks and gardening to rediscovering the freedom of moving like a child, there’s something here for everyone. Let these powerful voices inspire you to see movement differently this year, not as a chore, but as an opportunity to feel good and live better.
Listen and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you by making movement matter, together.

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]]>dfd76b5a-98e9-4c25-826c-16096ebcb2d5Tue, 14 Jan 2025 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementKick off 2025 with inspiration from our special 1 year anniversary, New Year compilation episode of Make Movement Matter! We’ve gathered highlights from nine inspiring guests who remind us that movement isn’t about perfection or pressure, it’s about... We’ve gathered highlights from nine inspiring guests who remind us that movement isn’t about perfection or pressure, it’s about joy, exploration and finding what works for you. From wiggle breaks, or exercise snacking, or movement as play, these clips showcase how simple, small changes can make a big impact on your well-being.
From mindful walks and gardening to rediscovering the freedom of moving like a child, there’s something here for everyone. Let these powerful voices inspire you to see movement differently this year, not as a chore, but as an opportunity to feel good and live better.
Listen and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you by making movement matter, together.

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]]>1258false437full#36. End of Year Compilation Episodehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/36-end-of-year-compilation-episode--63248156 Featuring wisdom from Caroline Williams, Charlotte Marriott, Sian Richardson, Katie Maggs, and Jo Moseley, this episode is an invitation to reflect on how movement has shaped your life and to step into the new year with purpose and joy. Each story serves as a powerful reminder that movement is accessible to everyone, whether it’s a simple walk or a bigger personal journey.
Let’s continue to embrace movement together and make it matter in our lives and communities.Wishing you lots of happy times moving over the festive break, thanks for listening and and I can’t wait to share more great conversations in 2025!

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]]>46b043dc-fe4c-46ae-a286-7ea4cefb7057Tue, 10 Dec 2024 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementIn this special year-end compilation episode of ‘Make Movement Matter’, we celebrate the transformative power of movement with highlights from some inspiring conversations earlier this year. From the science of why our brains are wired to move, to the... Featuring wisdom from Caroline Williams, Charlotte Marriott, Sian Richardson, Katie Maggs, and Jo Moseley, this episode is an invitation to reflect on how movement has shaped your life and to step into the new year with purpose and joy. Each story serves as a powerful reminder that movement is accessible to everyone, whether it’s a simple walk or a bigger personal journey.
Let’s continue to embrace movement together and make it matter in our lives and communities.Wishing you lots of happy times moving over the festive break, thanks for listening and and I can’t wait to share more great conversations in 2025!

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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠
]]>624false336full#35. Rewriting the narrative of ageing: Recognising the power of midlife and beyond with Sophia Radayhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/35-rewriting-the-narrative-of-ageing-recognising-the-power-of-midlife-and-beyond-with-sophia-raday--63021391 In this inspiring episode, I chat with Sophia Raday, creator of "SheFlexx", about how women over 50 can challenge stereotypes of ageing. Sophia passionately advocates for rejecting the narrative that ageing equals decline, and instead shows how it can be a time of reinvention, strength, and endless potential.
She dives into how embracing movement—whether through dance, fitness, or simply celebrating your body’s capabilities—can unlock a whole new level of vitality and confidence.
Sophia’s mission is all about empowering women to step into their full power and embrace midlife with confidence and joy. She shares how she’s personally challenged the stereotypes of ageing, and offers tips for embracing movement as a tool for feeling stronger, more agile, and more alive.
If you’ve ever felt dismissed because of your age or wondered if it’s too late to get in the best shape of your life, this episode is for you. Listen to hear Sophia’s uplifting perspective and get inspired to make the most of the second half of your life!

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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠

]]>f6fb75f1-4b7d-49e3-8dfd-e71438a4086fWed, 27 Nov 2024 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementAre you ready to embrace your power and thrive in midlife? In this inspiring episode, I chat with Sophia Raday, creator of "SheFlexx", about how women over 50 can challenge stereotypes of ageing. Sophia passionately advocates for rejecting the... In this inspiring episode, I chat with Sophia Raday, creator of "SheFlexx", about how women over 50 can challenge stereotypes of ageing. Sophia passionately advocates for rejecting the narrative that ageing equals decline, and instead shows how it can be a time of reinvention, strength, and endless potential.
She dives into how embracing movement—whether through dance, fitness, or simply celebrating your body’s capabilities—can unlock a whole new level of vitality and confidence.
Sophia’s mission is all about empowering women to step into their full power and embrace midlife with confidence and joy. She shares how she’s personally challenged the stereotypes of ageing, and offers tips for embracing movement as a tool for feeling stronger, more agile, and more alive.
If you’ve ever felt dismissed because of your age or wondered if it’s too late to get in the best shape of your life, this episode is for you. Listen to hear Sophia’s uplifting perspective and get inspired to make the most of the second half of your life!

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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠

]]>2946false335fullEpisode #34. Fix your desk posture & move more at work to feel better with Alison Thomsonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-34-fix-your-desk-posture-move-more-at-work-to-feel-better-with-alison-thomson--62814156 Are you suffering from desk-related pain, but can’t escape your screen for long periods?
If sitting at a desk feels like a constant struggle, it might be time to reassess your workspace. In this episode, I chat with Alison Thomson, aka 'The Safety Elf,' a workplace posture expert who helps individuals and businesses optimise their desk setups for comfort and productivity.
We dive into practical tips that go beyond the usual advice of just "sit up straight"—because we all know it's not that simple!
Alison shares actionable strategies for creating an ergonomic environment, whether you’re working in an office or from home. We talk about everything from adjusting your chair and desk height to adding movement breaks and simple posture tweaks.
If you're tired of the aches and pains that come from sitting too long, Alison’s down-to-earth guidance will empower you to make small, but powerful changes that will make a big difference.
Tune in for a fun and informative conversation that could change the way you work—and leave you smiling, as it did me, with my favourite guest sign-off ever!

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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠
]]>fdde7bd8-fc4e-4e5d-aada-7ad7c48b6f51Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:57:45 +0000Reclaim Movement Are you suffering from desk-related pain, but can’t escape your screen for long periods? If sitting at a desk feels like a constant struggle, it might be time to reassess your workspace. In this episode, I chat with Alison Thomson, aka 'The... Are you suffering from desk-related pain, but can’t escape your screen for long periods?
If sitting at a desk feels like a constant struggle, it might be time to reassess your workspace. In this episode, I chat with Alison Thomson, aka 'The Safety Elf,' a workplace posture expert who helps individuals and businesses optimise their desk setups for comfort and productivity.
We dive into practical tips that go beyond the usual advice of just "sit up straight"—because we all know it's not that simple!
Alison shares actionable strategies for creating an ergonomic environment, whether you’re working in an office or from home. We talk about everything from adjusting your chair and desk height to adding movement breaks and simple posture tweaks.
If you're tired of the aches and pains that come from sitting too long, Alison’s down-to-earth guidance will empower you to make small, but powerful changes that will make a big difference.
Tune in for a fun and informative conversation that could change the way you work—and leave you smiling, as it did me, with my favourite guest sign-off ever!

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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠
]]>3480false334full#33. Rewiring movement patterns: how simple sensory input shapes neuroplasticityhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/33-rewiring-movement-patterns-how-simple-sensory-input-shapes-neuroplasticity--62710251 It’s fascinating to discover the role some of our senses have in transforming the way we move.
In the latest episode of the Make Movement Matter podcast, I talk with Amanda Kemp, a pilates teacher with a deep understanding of how 3 of our senses can materially affect our movement patterns and therefore our practical abilities.
Amanda shares her journey of studying these sensory connections to help her clients move with more confidence and less pain. We dive into the concept of neuroplasticity in reshaping movement, real-life success stories and practical tools you can use to approach movement with more awareness and intentionality.
Whether you're navigating physical limitations, looking to improve your balance, or just curious about ways to improve your own movement, this conversation is full of insightful takeaways.
We discuss the importance of holistic movement practices, why relying on proprioception alone might not be enough, and how visual and vestibular cues can enhance your daily activities like walking.
Listen to learn how understanding your senses can empower you to move better and live better!
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠

]]>2065bba9-8408-4dd7-ab12-ef9fa7465831Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:40:00 +0000Reclaim Movement It’s fascinating to discover the role some of our senses have in transforming the way we move. In the latest episode of the Make Movement Matter podcast, I talk with Amanda Kemp, a pilates teacher with a deep understanding of how 3 of our senses... It’s fascinating to discover the role some of our senses have in transforming the way we move.
In the latest episode of the Make Movement Matter podcast, I talk with Amanda Kemp, a pilates teacher with a deep understanding of how 3 of our senses can materially affect our movement patterns and therefore our practical abilities.
Amanda shares her journey of studying these sensory connections to help her clients move with more confidence and less pain. We dive into the concept of neuroplasticity in reshaping movement, real-life success stories and practical tools you can use to approach movement with more awareness and intentionality.
Whether you're navigating physical limitations, looking to improve your balance, or just curious about ways to improve your own movement, this conversation is full of insightful takeaways.
We discuss the importance of holistic movement practices, why relying on proprioception alone might not be enough, and how visual and vestibular cues can enhance your daily activities like walking.
Listen to learn how understanding your senses can empower you to move better and live better!
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠

]]>3940false333full#33. Rewiring movement patterns: how simple sensory input shapes neuroplasticityhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/33-rewiring-movement-patterns-how-simple-sensory-input-shapes-neuroplasticity--62699271 In the latest episode of the Make Movement Matter podcast, I talk with Amanda Kemp, a pilates teacher with a deep understanding of how 3 of our senses can materially affect our movement patterns and therefore our practical abilities.
Amanda shares her journey of studying these sensory connections to help her clients move with more confidence and less pain. We dive into the concept of neuroplasticity in reshaping movement, real-life success stories and practical tools you can use to approach movement with more awareness and intentionality.
Whether you're navigating physical limitations, looking to improve your balance, or just curious about ways to improve your own movement, this conversation is full of insightful takeaways.
We discuss the importance of holistic movement practices, why relying on proprioception alone might not be enough, and how visual and vestibular cues can enhance your daily activities like walking.
Listen to learn how understanding your senses can empower you to move better and live better! If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠

]]>1a50a516-9379-4ddb-9aab-a6b7b90d90e8Tue, 12 Nov 2024 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementIt’s fascinating to discover the role some of our senses have in transforming the way we move. In the latest episode of the Make Movement Matter podcast, I talk with Amanda Kemp, a pilates teacher with a deep understanding of how 3 of our senses... In the latest episode of the Make Movement Matter podcast, I talk with Amanda Kemp, a pilates teacher with a deep understanding of how 3 of our senses can materially affect our movement patterns and therefore our practical abilities.
Amanda shares her journey of studying these sensory connections to help her clients move with more confidence and less pain. We dive into the concept of neuroplasticity in reshaping movement, real-life success stories and practical tools you can use to approach movement with more awareness and intentionality.
Whether you're navigating physical limitations, looking to improve your balance, or just curious about ways to improve your own movement, this conversation is full of insightful takeaways.
We discuss the importance of holistic movement practices, why relying on proprioception alone might not be enough, and how visual and vestibular cues can enhance your daily activities like walking.
Listen to learn how understanding your senses can empower you to move better and live better! If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠

]]>4049false333full#32. From barriers to breakthroughs: harnessing mindset for healthy movement habits with Janey Hollidayhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/32-from-barriers-to-breakthroughs-harnessing-mindset-for-healthy-movement-habits-with-janey-holliday--62616129 Are you ready to shift your perspective on fitness? In the latest episode of the Make Movement Matter podcast, I chat with Janey Holliday, who went from being a self-confessed exercise hater to a thriving fitness coach and now mindset coach. Together, we dive deep into how our mindset shapes our relationship with movement and why it’s essential to challenge the traditional narratives surrounding exercise.
We talk about the power of community, the importance of individualized approaches, and how a "happily doing" mindset can make all the difference in building sustainable habits.
Whether you’ve struggled to find joy in exercise or are looking for ways to overcome personal blocks, this conversation offers a whole host of valuable insights and practical tips to rethink your movement journey. Discover how to create a fitness routine that feels good and works for YOU!

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To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠

]]>8ece8a15-a474-4eb7-93f4-f1747afd0cf8Tue, 05 Nov 2024 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim Movement Are you ready to shift your perspective on fitness? In the latest episode of the Make Movement Matter podcast, I chat with Janey Holliday, who went from being a self-confessed exercise hater to a thriving fitness coach and now mindset coach.... Are you ready to shift your perspective on fitness? In the latest episode of the Make Movement Matter podcast, I chat with Janey Holliday, who went from being a self-confessed exercise hater to a thriving fitness coach and now mindset coach. Together, we dive deep into how our mindset shapes our relationship with movement and why it’s essential to challenge the traditional narratives surrounding exercise.
We talk about the power of community, the importance of individualized approaches, and how a "happily doing" mindset can make all the difference in building sustainable habits.
Whether you’ve struggled to find joy in exercise or are looking for ways to overcome personal blocks, this conversation offers a whole host of valuable insights and practical tips to rethink your movement journey. Discover how to create a fitness routine that feels good and works for YOU!

If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠

]]>3791false332full#31. Wendy’s Wanderings! Getting down for ground time: A key to better movementhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/31-wendy-s-wanderings-getting-down-for-ground-time-a-key-to-better-movement--62536857 Get ready to get down! 🌟🧘‍♀️
In this solo episode of the Make Movement Matter podcast, I’m going to do my best to convince you about the benefits of creating a new daily habit and how easily you can incorporate it. The habit is getting down to the ground and spending some time there daily!
It may sound simple to some, but in our modern world, it’s an often underused and for some bodies, almost forgotten movement skill. We can suddenly, unexpectedly find it a lot harder so creating a daily habit now, will serve you well into the future.
And, it’s also about so much more than floor time; it's about unlocking a treasure trove of benefits, including boosting your mobility, strength, and overall confidence in movement. All things we want to have, both now and in the future.
Join me as I explain why ground time should be your new best friend and share tips on how to weave it into your daily routine in enjoyable ways. So, grab some cushions, get down to the ground and settle in, because this is one episode your future self really won’t want you to miss!
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating. To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠ Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠ Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠
]]>e24ad666-22d8-42db-8093-168860a89dceTue, 29 Oct 2024 01:00:00 +0000Reclaim Movement Get ready to get down! 🌟🧘‍♀️ In this solo episode of the Make Movement Matter podcast, I’m going to do my best to convince you about the benefits of creating a new daily habit and how easily you can incorporate it. The habit is getting down to the... Get ready to get down! 🌟🧘‍♀️
In this solo episode of the Make Movement Matter podcast, I’m going to do my best to convince you about the benefits of creating a new daily habit and how easily you can incorporate it. The habit is getting down to the ground and spending some time there daily!
It may sound simple to some, but in our modern world, it’s an often underused and for some bodies, almost forgotten movement skill. We can suddenly, unexpectedly find it a lot harder so creating a daily habit now, will serve you well into the future.
And, it’s also about so much more than floor time; it's about unlocking a treasure trove of benefits, including boosting your mobility, strength, and overall confidence in movement. All things we want to have, both now and in the future.
Join me as I explain why ground time should be your new best friend and share tips on how to weave it into your daily routine in enjoyable ways. So, grab some cushions, get down to the ground and settle in, because this is one episode your future self really won’t want you to miss!
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating. To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠ Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠ Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠
]]>584false331full#30. Replacing metrics with the ‘Power’ of bananas for true self-care with Elaine Hart & Becky Yeomanhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/30-replacing-metrics-with-the-power-of-bananas-for-true-self-care-with-elaine-hart-becky-yeoman--62456912 However this is not a discussion about nutrition. Instead, it’s about encouraging us to see past the ‘movement metrics’ we can so easily get caught up in, and helping us look inward to notice how moving, and particularly moving together, makes us feel in our bodies and minds and therefore benefits our lives.
Elaine Hart is the self-named ‘Chief Banana Officer’ of ‘Power’ - an experience she set up in order to share her love of spinning, but that grew to include running, walking and now the wonderful system of Tai Chi, taught by the ‘Banana Master of Yin’, Becky Yeoman.
In this conversation we talk about how Power came about, why they chose to use bananas as a tool to help people nourish themselves through movement and community, and the brilliantly inclusive experiences they’ve created.
You’re sure to see bananas in a different light from this day forward!

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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠]]>4e74d36a-d9f1-49e3-8344-2dd728e53aa0Tue, 22 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementWho knew the power a mere banana could have on your wellbeing! However this is not a discussion about nutrition. Instead, it’s about encouraging us to see past the ‘movement metrics’ we can so easily get caught up in, and helping us look inward to... However this is not a discussion about nutrition. Instead, it’s about encouraging us to see past the ‘movement metrics’ we can so easily get caught up in, and helping us look inward to notice how moving, and particularly moving together, makes us feel in our bodies and minds and therefore benefits our lives.
Elaine Hart is the self-named ‘Chief Banana Officer’ of ‘Power’ - an experience she set up in order to share her love of spinning, but that grew to include running, walking and now the wonderful system of Tai Chi, taught by the ‘Banana Master of Yin’, Becky Yeoman.
In this conversation we talk about how Power came about, why they chose to use bananas as a tool to help people nourish themselves through movement and community, and the brilliantly inclusive experiences they’ve created.
You’re sure to see bananas in a different light from this day forward!

If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠]]>2895false330full#29. Qigong: Balancing energy & calm to build resilience with Annabel Deanshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/29-qigong-balancing-energy-calm-to-build-resilience-with-annabel-deans--62367689 In this episode, Annabel tells us all about this transformative practice, its roots in ancient Chinese medicine and how it integrates mindful movement, breathwork, and meditation. She passionately describes how it not only enhances physical well-being but also offers deep emotional release.
If you’ve heard of Qigong, but wondered what it was all about, what you do during a session and whether it would be beneficial for you, Annabel answers all of these questions and more.

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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠

]]>dd82ca0e-a0ab-46d1-9381-61d51410ed18Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementMany movement systems which were practised many centuries ago are still used today. To stand the test of time, they must be beneficial. One that caught my eye a few years ago, when I was looking at ways to move that would nourish my body, rather than... In this episode, Annabel tells us all about this transformative practice, its roots in ancient Chinese medicine and how it integrates mindful movement, breathwork, and meditation. She passionately describes how it not only enhances physical well-being but also offers deep emotional release.
If you’ve heard of Qigong, but wondered what it was all about, what you do during a session and whether it would be beneficial for you, Annabel answers all of these questions and more.

If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
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Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠

]]>2914false329full#28. Reducing dementia risk: Empowerment through lifestyle choices with Susan Saundershttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/28-reducing-dementia-risk-empowerment-through-lifestyle-choices-with-susan-saunders--62278130 In this episode, I’m talking to author and health coach Susan Saunders who shares her own experience with dementia and its impact on her family. After navigating this incredibly challenging phase in her life (and having witnessed her mother go through the same experience with Susan’s grandmother) she became determined to look for ways she could help herself try to prevent dementia. Susan then went on to share her knowledge with individuals through her coaching and with a wider audience through her books, to help us understand how important it is to think about our lifestyle choices now, particularly for women around the time of menopause. The conversation focuses on mitigating dementia risk through lifestyle changes, and as always, offers practical strategies to try to reduce dementia risk and empower you to take control of your cognitive well-being.

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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠

]]>64968faa-6435-4c78-940e-ae54a876d850Tue, 08 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim Movement In this episode, I’m talking to author and health coach Susan Saunders who shares her own experience with dementia and its impact on her family. After navigating this incredibly challenging phase in her life (and having witnessed her mother go... In this episode, I’m talking to author and health coach Susan Saunders who shares her own experience with dementia and its impact on her family. After navigating this incredibly challenging phase in her life (and having witnessed her mother go through the same experience with Susan’s grandmother) she became determined to look for ways she could help herself try to prevent dementia. Susan then went on to share her knowledge with individuals through her coaching and with a wider audience through her books, to help us understand how important it is to think about our lifestyle choices now, particularly for women around the time of menopause. The conversation focuses on mitigating dementia risk through lifestyle changes, and as always, offers practical strategies to try to reduce dementia risk and empower you to take control of your cognitive well-being.

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]]>3071false328full#27. Your body's hidden superhero: Exploring the lymphatic system with Leah Levitanhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/27-your-body-s-hidden-superhero-exploring-the-lymphatic-system-with-leah-levitan--62173616 You'll learn to recognise signs of poor lymphatic function, discover how simple, gentle movements can keep your lymphatic system flowing. Leah shares her passion for lymphatic work and gives us practical tips, including morning routines that jumpstart lymphatic activity.
We discussed the role of movement, fluid intake, sleep, dry brushing and much more and ended up talking about an important area for women about why allowing your breasts to move freely can enhance lymphatic health.
Get ready for an engaging discussion packed with relatable insights and easy-to-follow advice to help you support your lymphatic system and improve your well-being!
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]]>445f6a16-70af-47e6-958b-9e26bd676d14Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementI learned so much in this episode with Leah Levitan about a system in the body I knew very little about; the lymphatic system, perhaps the unsung hero of our bodies. Leah made a great case for the crucial role the lymphatic system plays which can... You'll learn to recognise signs of poor lymphatic function, discover how simple, gentle movements can keep your lymphatic system flowing. Leah shares her passion for lymphatic work and gives us practical tips, including morning routines that jumpstart lymphatic activity.
We discussed the role of movement, fluid intake, sleep, dry brushing and much more and ended up talking about an important area for women about why allowing your breasts to move freely can enhance lymphatic health.
Get ready for an engaging discussion packed with relatable insights and easy-to-follow advice to help you support your lymphatic system and improve your well-being!
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To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>3570false327full#26. Breaking the mould: challenging movement norms in workplaces and schools for neuro-inclusivity, wellness and growth with Jess Meredithhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/26-breaking-the-mould-challenging-movement-norms-in-workplaces-and-schools-for-neuro-inclusivity-wellness-and-growth-with-jess-meredith--62085080 Jess shares tools and ways of interacting that help people who are neurodivergent feel safe, concentrate better and meet their bodies needs. We discussed how most of these needs can be met with interventions that would in fact benefit everyone and we shared ideas for the future of educational and work environments that benefit all.
We discuss the importance of challenging social norms that are restricting individual’s movement needs and emphasise the importance of normalising movement for everyone to improve productivity, learning, and overall well-being. I thoroughly enjoyed talking with Jess and could have continued for much longer!
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To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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]]>e2f2ad43-42d1-4d18-97d4-478c7ac95a26Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementFor the start of Season 3, I invited Jess Meredith, a neuro-diversity expert, to discuss the essential role of movement in our workplaces and schools. Jess talks and leads workshops about neuro-inclusivity and helping everyone to look at the... Jess shares tools and ways of interacting that help people who are neurodivergent feel safe, concentrate better and meet their bodies needs. We discussed how most of these needs can be met with interventions that would in fact benefit everyone and we shared ideas for the future of educational and work environments that benefit all.
We discuss the importance of challenging social norms that are restricting individual’s movement needs and emphasise the importance of normalising movement for everyone to improve productivity, learning, and overall well-being. I thoroughly enjoyed talking with Jess and could have continued for much longer!
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To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠

]]>3334false326full#25. Summer 'Mini' Episodes: Embracing movement in daily life for lifelong movement resilience with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/25-summer-mini-episodes-embracing-movement-in-daily-life-for-lifelong-movement-resilience-with-wendy-welpton--61316797 This week I'm turning the tables and asking you to answer 3 questions about how you move in daily life.
Changing the way I see movement and how I move in daily life has helped me make big changes in my body and mind and I believe it can for anyone who really wants to make lifelong changes.
I hope listening and thinking about your own answers will help to switch on a light of awareness, that makes you want to move more and have fun doing so.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠⁠ or on⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠
Start to⁠ ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠⁠
]]>73b538cb-6edd-4130-a6fd-b34a6680688dTue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementIt's the last of 5 Summer (feels like a stretch to call it at that, here in the UK!) Mini Episodes.   This week I'm turning the tables and asking you to answer 3 questions about how you move in daily life.   Changing the way I see movement and how... This week I'm turning the tables and asking you to answer 3 questions about how you move in daily life.
Changing the way I see movement and how I move in daily life has helped me make big changes in my body and mind and I believe it can for anyone who really wants to make lifelong changes.
I hope listening and thinking about your own answers will help to switch on a light of awareness, that makes you want to move more and have fun doing so.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠⁠ or on⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠
Start to⁠ ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠⁠
]]>616false225full#24. Summer 'Mini' Episodes - Unlock hip health: Simple mobility & strength movements for daily care with Wendyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/24-summer-mini-episodes-unlock-hip-health-simple-mobility-strength-movements-for-daily-care-with-wendy--61165377 In this fourth summer mini episode, I share the importance of hip health and help you see how our modern lifestyles can work against it, leading to tightness, weakness and often pain.
As ever, I share simple, practical tips to keep your hips mobile and strong in ways you may not usually think about in everyday life, but that really are easy to incorporate if we want to help ourselves have happy hips.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠]]>3ea90b71-9e85-474c-be8b-508553337842Tue, 27 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementHealthy, happy hips are so important for maintaining optimal overall movement and particularly upright movement. In this fourth summer mini episode, I share the importance of hip health and help you see how our modern lifestyles can work against... In this fourth summer mini episode, I share the importance of hip health and help you see how our modern lifestyles can work against it, leading to tightness, weakness and often pain.
As ever, I share simple, practical tips to keep your hips mobile and strong in ways you may not usually think about in everyday life, but that really are easy to incorporate if we want to help ourselves have happy hips.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.⁠]]>650false224full#23. Summer 'Mini' Episodes - Balance for life: Easy daily practices to keep you moving confidently with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/23-summer-mini-episodes-balance-for-life-easy-daily-practices-to-keep-you-moving-confidently-with-wendy-welpton--61008367 In this third summer mini solo episode my aim is to inspire you to start practising this skill more in your daily life, to keep doing upright movements with control and confidence for as long as you can.
I talk about ways you can improve your technique with simple tweaks that instantly enhance your ability to balance. I also suggest ways to integrate balance practice seamlessly into your daily routine so don’t have to remember to add it to your never ending ‘to do’ list!
Whichever way you choose to add in more balancing, consistent daily mini practice movements can make all the difference.
Listen to discover easy ways to incorporate balance training into your life and keep moving with confidence. Your future self will thank you!

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To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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Start to ‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.]]>7517d7fd-52f0-48f7-9c30-a00f06c29bcbTue, 13 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementWe all know that balancing is a fundamental movement skill, but let’s be honest, it can easily become overlooked when there are so many other exercises that we are told to give high priority. In this third summer mini solo episode my aim is to... In this third summer mini solo episode my aim is to inspire you to start practising this skill more in your daily life, to keep doing upright movements with control and confidence for as long as you can.
I talk about ways you can improve your technique with simple tweaks that instantly enhance your ability to balance. I also suggest ways to integrate balance practice seamlessly into your daily routine so don’t have to remember to add it to your never ending ‘to do’ list!
Whichever way you choose to add in more balancing, consistent daily mini practice movements can make all the difference.
Listen to discover easy ways to incorporate balance training into your life and keep moving with confidence. Your future self will thank you!

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To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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Start to ‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5 Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.]]>783false223full#22. Summer 'Mini' Episodes: The fascinating world of our feet. Practical tips for healthier feet and better movement with Wendy Welpton ofhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/22-summer-mini-episodes-the-fascinating-world-of-our-feet-practical-tips-for-healthier-feet-and-better-movement-with-wendy-welpton-of--60855521 Chapters 01:00 The Importance of the Brain-Body Connection for Foot Health 03:11 Stimulating Nerve Endings and Improving Foot Flexibility 04:09 Transitioning to Minimal or Barefoot Shoes for Better Movement 05:27 Additional Ways to Care for Your Feet 07:48 Embracing Barefoot Practices for Improved Movement Health
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Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠]]>52c2dc51-d18d-4e9f-af90-aa3457ee0fa3Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementFor the second summer mini solo episode, I’m talking feet, how they move in relation to how the rest of us moves and the benefits of going barefoot. I’m sharing some foot facts and related practical tips with some additional ways to care for our feet... Chapters 01:00 The Importance of the Brain-Body Connection for Foot Health 03:11 Stimulating Nerve Endings and Improving Foot Flexibility 04:09 Transitioning to Minimal or Barefoot Shoes for Better Movement 05:27 Additional Ways to Care for Your Feet 07:48 Embracing Barefoot Practices for Improved Movement Health
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For the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠]]>511false222full#21. Summer 'Mini' Episodes: All movement is good & every movement countshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/21-summer-mini-episodes-all-movement-is-good-every-movement-counts--60701780 Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Daily Movement 01:27 The Negative Effects of Prolonged Sitting 03:23 Strategies for Incorporating Movement into Daily Life
If you want to delve deeper into how you can add more natural movement into your life, you can register your interest for the next live Reclaim Movement 5 Day Course, 'Move more naturally to live better' or to be notified when the NEW self-paced course is released SOON!
Register your interest here: https://www.reclaimmovement.co.uk/5-day-introductory-course
]]>2fa63e92-09ab-4834-9793-63a264c0ca83Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementFor the first summer Mini solo episode, I talk about the importance of thinking about overall daily movement, not just exercise and I offer some practical tips to become more aware of your movement, including sitting actively and ways of taking... Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Daily Movement 01:27 The Negative Effects of Prolonged Sitting 03:23 Strategies for Incorporating Movement into Daily Life
If you want to delve deeper into how you can add more natural movement into your life, you can register your interest for the next live Reclaim Movement 5 Day Course, 'Move more naturally to live better' or to be notified when the NEW self-paced course is released SOON!
Register your interest here: https://www.reclaimmovement.co.uk/5-day-introductory-course
]]>440false221full#20. Ageing into Health at 103: choosing to be glad and finding joy in life with Dr Gladys McGareyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/20-ageing-into-health-at-103-choosing-to-be-glad-and-finding-joy-in-life-with-dr-gladys-mcgarey--60574355 In the last interview style podcast of Season 2, I had the massive honour of speaking with the wonderful Dr. Gladys McGarey, who is no less than 103!
Having read her inspiring book, ‘The Well-Lived Life’ it was brilliant to be able to delve into the significance of movement and her perspectives for a fulfilling life.
In this lovely conversation full of anecdotes, we talked about the feeling of being stuck and identifying the root of this blockage. Dr. Gladys introduced me to her 5 L's for a well-lived life: life, love, laughter, labour and listening. The conversation covered the power of joy, the pitfalls of comparison, and the choice in responding to fear, underscoring the value of listening, caring for others and ourselves.
Dr Gladys shared her wise words about acceptance to alleviate pain and enhance well-being, her concept of ageing into health, and the importance of finding purpose. Sharing lots of her personal experiences, she emphasised that there is a choice to ‘be glad’ and the importance of spreading joy.
I smiled from ear to ear throughout the recording and felt sorry to have to say good-bye as I could have listened to her stories all day! There were lots of takeaways and I hope you enjoy being a part of this conversation as much as I did.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>bde35da2-183e-40f1-aebd-555172ee6e83Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementHow often do you get to hear the pearls of wisdom that someone who’s been on the planet for 103 years can share. Not often! In the last interview style podcast of Season 2, I had the massive honour of speaking with the wonderful Dr. Gladys McGarey,... In the last interview style podcast of Season 2, I had the massive honour of speaking with the wonderful Dr. Gladys McGarey, who is no less than 103!
Having read her inspiring book, ‘The Well-Lived Life’ it was brilliant to be able to delve into the significance of movement and her perspectives for a fulfilling life.
In this lovely conversation full of anecdotes, we talked about the feeling of being stuck and identifying the root of this blockage. Dr. Gladys introduced me to her 5 L's for a well-lived life: life, love, laughter, labour and listening. The conversation covered the power of joy, the pitfalls of comparison, and the choice in responding to fear, underscoring the value of listening, caring for others and ourselves.
Dr Gladys shared her wise words about acceptance to alleviate pain and enhance well-being, her concept of ageing into health, and the importance of finding purpose. Sharing lots of her personal experiences, she emphasised that there is a choice to ‘be glad’ and the importance of spreading joy.
I smiled from ear to ear throughout the recording and felt sorry to have to say good-bye as I could have listened to her stories all day! There were lots of takeaways and I hope you enjoy being a part of this conversation as much as I did.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>3949false220full#19. Breaking Records to Break Down Barriers: Marathon Running Topless after Mastectomy; Louise Butcher’s Empowering Storyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/19-breaking-records-to-break-down-barriers-marathon-running-topless-after-mastectomy-louise-butcher-s-empowering-story--60496950 If you enjoyed this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
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Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>803327a5-8c4a-4475-aa91-a75a1e2f39faTue, 25 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementTrigger Warning: This episode discuss cancer diagnosis, treatment and more in detail. Please take care of yourself, and hit pause at any stage and if now isn't the right time to listen, please to feel free to come back at a better time for you or... If you enjoyed this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>2052true219full#19. Natural foot function for foot & whole body health with Andy Bryanthttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/19-natural-foot-function-for-foot-whole-body-health-with-andy-bryant--60418493If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>de71c1ff-0dbd-4d20-b327-6be2ba69b4bdTue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementI didn’t realise that the way our feet move; the space we give the toes to splay, the importance of stimulation by varied surfaces, the level of movement in and the alignment of our big toes and more, can hugely affect the way our entire body...If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>4069false218full#17. Wendy's Wanderings: Ageing, your movement future and mindset with Wendy Welptonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/17-wendy-s-wanderings-ageing-your-movement-future-and-mindset-with-wendy-welpton--60345052 The move into a new decade affects everyone differently, as does the ageing process and yet we all have quite set thoughts on how we see the ageing process, particularly with regards to our ability to keep moving and what we expect of ourselves and others at each age.
In this episode, I reflect on the impact ageing has on movement and physical activity. I share a personal experience which shaped my thinking about my own future movement choices as well as some of my own insights to encourage you to consider your mindset, expectations, and goals related to movement as you age.
I talk about the importance of positive thinking, small changes, and the value of movement in maintaining independence and vitality. I also talk about the influence of role models in shaping our perspective on movement as we age and end with 5 questions that may help you to have a think about exactly what ageing means to you.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>e2da63a0-ec83-40b0-9781-6733f0056fd8Tue, 11 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementIn a change to the normal format, today I’m going solo to talk to you about ageing. Why? Because I turned 50 yesterday! Woop woop! The move into a new decade affects everyone differently, as does the ageing process and yet we all have quite set... The move into a new decade affects everyone differently, as does the ageing process and yet we all have quite set thoughts on how we see the ageing process, particularly with regards to our ability to keep moving and what we expect of ourselves and others at each age.
In this episode, I reflect on the impact ageing has on movement and physical activity. I share a personal experience which shaped my thinking about my own future movement choices as well as some of my own insights to encourage you to consider your mindset, expectations, and goals related to movement as you age.
I talk about the importance of positive thinking, small changes, and the value of movement in maintaining independence and vitality. I also talk about the influence of role models in shaping our perspective on movement as we age and end with 5 questions that may help you to have a think about exactly what ageing means to you.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
For the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>1689false217full#16. Menopause: Prescribing Movement & Lifestyle. Feel good by prioritising self-care before, during & after menopause for health & wellbeinhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/16-menopause-prescribing-movement-lifestyle-feel-good-by-prioritising-self-care-before-during-after-menopause-for-health-wellbein--60269286 I really enjoyed talking to Dr. Katie Hilton and Dr. Laura Clark who founded The Lifestyle Health Clinic to help midlife women with their health and well-being during perimenopause and menopause; giving women time to really understand what is happening by looking at their whole lifestyle to help unlock how wellbeing can look for them.
In this conversation, we discussed the multifaceted benefits of regular exercise, and focussed on empowering women to prioritise their own health and well-being, by recognising the importance of self-care, as well as always seeking support. We looked at practical strategies such as habit stacking and integrating movement into daily routines to help make sustainable lifestyle changes. We also covered the power of social connection in fostering overall health and the significance of building supportive networks. I know that without the support and openness of discussion with my friends through this time of life, it would have been a lot more difficult.
The message we convey is that feeling suboptimal is not acceptable, and women should strive for optimal health and well-being by embracing movement, seeking help, and prioritising self-care during the phases of perimenopause, menopause and beyond.

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To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>3fd7e095-5428-41bd-b30b-728b11d15177Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementNavigating this part of life myself, I know how important it is to be open and discuss the importance of movement through what can be a turbulent and confusing time. I really enjoyed talking to Dr. Katie Hilton and Dr. Laura Clark who founded The... I really enjoyed talking to Dr. Katie Hilton and Dr. Laura Clark who founded The Lifestyle Health Clinic to help midlife women with their health and well-being during perimenopause and menopause; giving women time to really understand what is happening by looking at their whole lifestyle to help unlock how wellbeing can look for them.
In this conversation, we discussed the multifaceted benefits of regular exercise, and focussed on empowering women to prioritise their own health and well-being, by recognising the importance of self-care, as well as always seeking support. We looked at practical strategies such as habit stacking and integrating movement into daily routines to help make sustainable lifestyle changes. We also covered the power of social connection in fostering overall health and the significance of building supportive networks. I know that without the support and openness of discussion with my friends through this time of life, it would have been a lot more difficult.
The message we convey is that feeling suboptimal is not acceptable, and women should strive for optimal health and well-being by embracing movement, seeking help, and prioritising self-care during the phases of perimenopause, menopause and beyond.

If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>3238false216full#15. Building Community & Well-being by Embracing Outdoor Movement At Every Age with Gill Erskine & Andrew Telfer of Wildstronghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/15-building-community-well-being-by-embracing-outdoor-movement-at-every-age-with-gill-erskine-andrew-telfer-of-wildstrong--60193339 I’ve had the pleasure of knowing this week’s podcast guests; Gill Erskine & Andrew Telfer, for a while now. I’ve even been fortunate enough to experience some of their magic, at a Wildstrong certification weekend. I came away having had my knowledge challenged, movement and coaching skills improved and having had warm conversations and made lovely connections. I wished there was a Wildstrong nearer me!
Gill & Andrew are a great combination, as they have different backgrounds, giving them different perspectives and I managed to get a little of Andrew’s wisdom before technical difficulties, sadly, got in the way.
In the conversation we explored the barriers people have about moving outdoors, as well as the benefits of being in nature. We look at the challenge of incorporating outdoor time into daily life, the role a community can have in bringing social support through outdoor activities. Gill and I discussed the benefits of intergenerational movement and the importance of play in adult fitness as well as the impact of movement on ageing and the role of genetics and lifestyle on mobility. We touch on fear of movement and the need for permission to explore and be curious.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guests and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>84bdee38-2df7-4452-b040-a65dbfcff474Tue, 28 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementGetting outdoors, meeting and moving in a wide range of ways, with a wide range of people and learning about yourself in the process, is a really special combination.   I’ve had the pleasure of knowing this week’s podcast guests; Gill Erskine &... I’ve had the pleasure of knowing this week’s podcast guests; Gill Erskine & Andrew Telfer, for a while now. I’ve even been fortunate enough to experience some of their magic, at a Wildstrong certification weekend. I came away having had my knowledge challenged, movement and coaching skills improved and having had warm conversations and made lovely connections. I wished there was a Wildstrong nearer me!
Gill & Andrew are a great combination, as they have different backgrounds, giving them different perspectives and I managed to get a little of Andrew’s wisdom before technical difficulties, sadly, got in the way.
In the conversation we explored the barriers people have about moving outdoors, as well as the benefits of being in nature. We look at the challenge of incorporating outdoor time into daily life, the role a community can have in bringing social support through outdoor activities. Gill and I discussed the benefits of intergenerational movement and the importance of play in adult fitness as well as the impact of movement on ageing and the role of genetics and lifestyle on mobility. We touch on fear of movement and the need for permission to explore and be curious.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guests and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>3192false215full#14. Rediscovering Play: Finding Joy from Movement in Adult Life with Darryl Edwardshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/14-rediscovering-play-finding-joy-from-movement-in-adult-life-with-darryl-edwards--60106830 I really enjoyed this free flowing discussion about a topic that many may not have even thought of or certainly thought about in relation to the way they move.
We explore the definition, the societal pressure for adults to play less. The importance of recognizing and appreciating play in everyday activities, as well as the myriad benefits for our health. We discussed Darryl’s personal journey from a sedentary lifestyle to embracing movement and play before moving on to thinking about the balance between technological advancement and physical movement and its evolutionary impact. We look at the importance of finding joy and playfulness in movement, the concept of gamification and creating a sense of excitement and engagement in physical activity, and as is regularly encouraged about making small changes to incorporate more physical activity into their lives.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>3597ba2e-20a7-42ff-a0ee-a22c3a5d2505Tue, 21 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementPlaying is such an innate part of growing up that brings so many more benefits than we realise, so what stops us playing as adults? I hadn’t even thought of what play meant to me until I started searching for a way of moving that I knew I could keep... I really enjoyed this free flowing discussion about a topic that many may not have even thought of or certainly thought about in relation to the way they move.
We explore the definition, the societal pressure for adults to play less. The importance of recognizing and appreciating play in everyday activities, as well as the myriad benefits for our health. We discussed Darryl’s personal journey from a sedentary lifestyle to embracing movement and play before moving on to thinking about the balance between technological advancement and physical movement and its evolutionary impact. We look at the importance of finding joy and playfulness in movement, the concept of gamification and creating a sense of excitement and engagement in physical activity, and as is regularly encouraged about making small changes to incorporate more physical activity into their lives.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>3247false214full#13. Cultivating Mental Wellness: Move More by Gardening with Lucy Butlerhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/13-cultivating-mental-wellness-move-more-by-gardening-with-lucy-butler--60015003 The topic of this year’s Mental Health Awareness week is ‘Movement: Moving more for our mental health’. When Lucy reached out to me, I knew this was the perfect topic as it has such wide-ranging benefits for both our physical and mental health as well as being accessible for many.
In our warm chat, Lucy is open about her personal journey; using gardening to navigate through tough times. Her passion comes across clearly and I was particularly inspired by Lucy describing the way to garden mindfully, which also has lessons for the rest of life.
Our conversation has lots of practical tips about how to get involved in community gardening, volunteering, and the deep sense of fulfillment that comes with nurturing green spaces.
Whether you're a novice or a gardening aficionado, there are lots of useful takeaways for everyone, from starting small to embracing the inevitable failures along the way.
Join us as we celebrate the joy and sense of achievement that gardening can bring to anyone.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>0c675b13-9b63-4596-8fc5-bc2c0fc12d3dTue, 14 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementOn her Instagram page, Lucy Butler decided to share her passion for gardening that has helped her so much with her struggles with her mental health. In so doing, she gives hope to many and gains a community herself. The topic of this year’s Mental... The topic of this year’s Mental Health Awareness week is ‘Movement: Moving more for our mental health’. When Lucy reached out to me, I knew this was the perfect topic as it has such wide-ranging benefits for both our physical and mental health as well as being accessible for many.
In our warm chat, Lucy is open about her personal journey; using gardening to navigate through tough times. Her passion comes across clearly and I was particularly inspired by Lucy describing the way to garden mindfully, which also has lessons for the rest of life.
Our conversation has lots of practical tips about how to get involved in community gardening, volunteering, and the deep sense of fulfillment that comes with nurturing green spaces.
Whether you're a novice or a gardening aficionado, there are lots of useful takeaways for everyone, from starting small to embracing the inevitable failures along the way.
Join us as we celebrate the joy and sense of achievement that gardening can bring to anyone.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>2998falsefull#12. A decade of chronic pain & immobility, to thriving in a year: the power of natural movement & holistic healing with Samphire Hayeshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/12-a-decade-of-chronic-pain-immobility-to-thriving-in-a-year-the-power-of-natural-movement-holistic-healing-with-samphire-hayes--59889047 Samphire Hayes reached out to me about her story and I replied immediately. We share a story of chronic pain and of having to search for why our bodies were reacting that way.
Our solutions were similar in terms of adopting a natural movement lifestyle and Samphire went even further to uncover her own story, by studying and adopting new practises she had never heard of before. Like myself, she has now chosen to use her learning and insight to help others.
This conversation explores the experience of living with chronic pain and the journey towards building strength and finding hope. We talked about the link between chronic pain and trauma, as well as the impact of chronic pain on mental health. We cover the importance of self-advocacy, the power of small movements, breathwork and mindfulness and more, and the key moment when Samphire chose to ‘ditch the sofa’ that had been her prison.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>990f2529-728a-42c9-94b2-e532462328e2Tue, 07 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementIn the second episode of season 2, I have a conversation that resonated very strongly with my own experience of pain and recovery.   Samphire Hayes reached out to me about her story and I replied immediately. We share a story of chronic pain and of... Samphire Hayes reached out to me about her story and I replied immediately. We share a story of chronic pain and of having to search for why our bodies were reacting that way.
Our solutions were similar in terms of adopting a natural movement lifestyle and Samphire went even further to uncover her own story, by studying and adopting new practises she had never heard of before. Like myself, she has now chosen to use her learning and insight to help others.
This conversation explores the experience of living with chronic pain and the journey towards building strength and finding hope. We talked about the link between chronic pain and trauma, as well as the impact of chronic pain on mental health. We cover the importance of self-advocacy, the power of small movements, breathwork and mindfulness and more, and the key moment when Samphire chose to ‘ditch the sofa’ that had been her prison.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>4212false212full#11. Unlock the transformative potential of every step; master your walking technique with Joanna Hallhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/11-unlock-the-transformative-potential-of-every-step-master-your-walking-technique-with-joanna-hall--59714965 In this energetic conversation with Joanna Hall, founder of Walk Active, we dig into some walking nitty-gritty. We discuss the benefits of walking and perfecting technique, through to practical tips about footwear, discussing the use of poles, backpacks and more.
Joanna’s aim is to help people unlock the full potential of this truly accessible way of moving for better health outcomes and to have fun whilst doing it!
So! I urge you to lace up your walking boots, listen on the move and be inspired to move more and move better.
Join me walking every day in May, to see what walking can do for you!
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>817ab55e-9f0b-4fcb-b06b-09a00939b1ecTue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementWhat better time to think about improving your walking technique, than May, ‘National Walking Month’ in the UK. In this energetic conversation with Joanna Hall, founder of Walk Active, we dig into some walking nitty-gritty. We discuss the benefits... In this energetic conversation with Joanna Hall, founder of Walk Active, we dig into some walking nitty-gritty. We discuss the benefits of walking and perfecting technique, through to practical tips about footwear, discussing the use of poles, backpacks and more.
Joanna’s aim is to help people unlock the full potential of this truly accessible way of moving for better health outcomes and to have fun whilst doing it!
So! I urge you to lace up your walking boots, listen on the move and be inspired to move more and move better.
Join me walking every day in May, to see what walking can do for you!
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>3576false211full#10. The link between breathing, posture and movement: unlock your body's full potential with Jane Tarranthttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/10-the-link-between-breathing-posture-and-movement-unlock-your-body-s-full-potential-with-jane-tarrant--59633837 Jane clearly conveys the importance of learning how to breathe well for optimal health, something she found out she desperately needed, through personal experience, having struggled to feel like she was breathing normally since her childhood.
Retraining as a breathing coach its her mission to educate as many people as she can to help others become aware of something that can help them live an often markedly better life.
In this conversation we talk about the difference between breathwork and breathing retraining, why the body benefits from healthy breathing habits and some surprising symptoms that can occur when when they are neglected. We cover the role of posture for breathing, how it affects movement and vice versa and so much more.
I am always inspired by Jane and hope some of her positive energy will inspire you to think more about the way you breathe and how it could be affecting your life.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>133eb171-35b5-4602-a9b5-176556080617Tue, 19 Mar 2024 01:01:00 +0000Reclaim MovementIt’s the final episode of the 1st season of ‘Make Movement Matter’! For the finale, I was grateful to be joined by my dear friend, mentor and fellow small business owner; Jane Tarrant. With incredible passion about her subject, you will undoubtedly be... Jane clearly conveys the importance of learning how to breathe well for optimal health, something she found out she desperately needed, through personal experience, having struggled to feel like she was breathing normally since her childhood.
Retraining as a breathing coach its her mission to educate as many people as she can to help others become aware of something that can help them live an often markedly better life.
In this conversation we talk about the difference between breathwork and breathing retraining, why the body benefits from healthy breathing habits and some surprising symptoms that can occur when when they are neglected. We cover the role of posture for breathing, how it affects movement and vice versa and so much more.
I am always inspired by Jane and hope some of her positive energy will inspire you to think more about the way you breathe and how it could be affecting your life.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>3927false110full#9. ‘Healing Insights: Navigating scar tissue and recovery with Caz Hitchcockhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/9-healing-insights-navigating-scar-tissue-and-recovery-with-caz-hitchcock--59633842 In this episode focussing on the less-explored subject of scar tissue, I asked Caz to inform us about the specifics; what scar tissue is and its role in the body. We went on to analyse how it affects the body immediately after injury or surgery, as well as the evolving nature of scar tissue over time.
As ever, when things happen to the body, there's always as significant an impact on the mind in order to cope with these experiences. We discuss the importance of a collaborative, holistic approach that addresses the interconnectedness of mind and body.
This episode offers practical insights, from assessing scar tissue issues to self-massage techniques for enhanced mobility. It advocates for proactive engagement in one's healing journey, fostering a sense of empowerment, curiosity, and mindful recovery.
I found this conversation educational, motivating and inspiring and hope you do too.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating & Review.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>c8a8e16e-1674-44d0-83ad-641a56ccb968Tue, 12 Mar 2024 01:05:00 +0000Reclaim MovementSo often, people take a path in life due to significant experiences that change their trajectory. Caz Hitchcock is one such person. Her career as a self-proclaimed, ‘human movement expert’ has been shaped by her own personal experience of multiple... In this episode focussing on the less-explored subject of scar tissue, I asked Caz to inform us about the specifics; what scar tissue is and its role in the body. We went on to analyse how it affects the body immediately after injury or surgery, as well as the evolving nature of scar tissue over time.
As ever, when things happen to the body, there's always as significant an impact on the mind in order to cope with these experiences. We discuss the importance of a collaborative, holistic approach that addresses the interconnectedness of mind and body.
This episode offers practical insights, from assessing scar tissue issues to self-massage techniques for enhanced mobility. It advocates for proactive engagement in one's healing journey, fostering a sense of empowerment, curiosity, and mindful recovery.
I found this conversation educational, motivating and inspiring and hope you do too.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating & Review.

To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>4918false19full#8. Lost on land, found at sea: rediscovering purpose beneath the surface with Katie Maggshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/8-lost-on-land-found-at-sea-rediscovering-purpose-beneath-the-surface-with-katie-maggs--59633854 Having lived near the coast when she was growing up, she forged an early connection with the sea, encouraged by her father. As with so many of us, she lost touch with her childhood past-times and little did she know that it would become her saviour when she needed it most in life.
Katie is full of energy and positivity, and her passion for the underwater world is so strong you might think she’s been immersed in it and studying it all her life. Sometimes, purpose can show itself after the toughest of experiences and the story of Katie’s experience and most importantly how she resurfaced are inspiring and moving, so much so that they even made a film about her!
I really enjoyed this motivating and inspiring conversation and hope you do too.
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To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>4b218836-3be6-4e38-be46-9059fad533c4Tue, 05 Mar 2024 01:05:00 +0000Reclaim MovementLooking at the photos and videos of the underwater world that Katie shares online never fail to put a smile on my face. The sheer beauty of the underwater environment that so few of us visit regularly is breathtaking and often looks like a tropical... Having lived near the coast when she was growing up, she forged an early connection with the sea, encouraged by her father. As with so many of us, she lost touch with her childhood past-times and little did she know that it would become her saviour when she needed it most in life.
Katie is full of energy and positivity, and her passion for the underwater world is so strong you might think she’s been immersed in it and studying it all her life. Sometimes, purpose can show itself after the toughest of experiences and the story of Katie’s experience and most importantly how she resurfaced are inspiring and moving, so much so that they even made a film about her!
I really enjoyed this motivating and inspiring conversation and hope you do too.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Editing thanks to hunterdigital.co.uk
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>3550false18full#7. Nature's Classroom: Exploring education through movement and the outdoors with Bianca Hagenhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/7-nature-s-classroom-exploring-education-through-movement-and-the-outdoors-with-bianca-hagen--59633865 Some of my fondest memories as a young child were exploring, playing with moss, old walls, water and building things in forests. But this was always outside the school setting.
My guest today, Bianca Hagen, remembered being frustrated in school when she had to sit still and listen for long periods. So, when she had her own children, she decided their education had to incorporate movement, nature and play to do her best to ensure they would thrive into resilient, happy, confident adults.
This journey led her to choose a life path, not only for her own children, but also sharing her knowledge with others’, when she set up a Forest School in Virginia.
Whether you have young children, are a caregiver or grandparent, or even just reflecting on how movement made you feel as a child and wanting to find some of that joy again, Bianca talks about how important both nature and movement are in everyone's lives through the lens of childhood.
I hope this episode challenges your thoughts on traditional education and I’d love to hear your thoughts.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Thanks for editing to hunterdigital.co.uk
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>dd80e495-2929-4983-8abd-25bb3354297bTue, 27 Feb 2024 01:01:00 +0000Reclaim MovementHow do you remember your education? Was there much or any ‘green space’ and, if you were lucky enough to have some, was learning in it, part of your school’s timetable? Some of my fondest memories as a young child were exploring, playing with moss,... Some of my fondest memories as a young child were exploring, playing with moss, old walls, water and building things in forests. But this was always outside the school setting.
My guest today, Bianca Hagen, remembered being frustrated in school when she had to sit still and listen for long periods. So, when she had her own children, she decided their education had to incorporate movement, nature and play to do her best to ensure they would thrive into resilient, happy, confident adults.
This journey led her to choose a life path, not only for her own children, but also sharing her knowledge with others’, when she set up a Forest School in Virginia.
Whether you have young children, are a caregiver or grandparent, or even just reflecting on how movement made you feel as a child and wanting to find some of that joy again, Bianca talks about how important both nature and movement are in everyone's lives through the lens of childhood.
I hope this episode challenges your thoughts on traditional education and I’d love to hear your thoughts.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Thanks for editing to hunterdigital.co.uk
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>2928falsefull#6. Getting strong & moving naturally with hypermobility & chronic illness & still being a Ninja! Shelby Copeland's personal journey with Nahttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/6-getting-strong-moving-naturally-with-hypermobility-chronic-illness-still-being-a-ninja-shelby-copeland-s-personal-journey-with-na--59633844 Shelby Copeland is truly tenacious and having had to overcome multiple hurdles, she is a shining example of what hard work, consistency, but particularly knowing your own body and working in tune with it, can do.
I really enjoyed our wide-ranging, empowering conversation that covered topics ranging from our common ground; natural movement coaching to hypermobility, parkour for seniors, training in tune with your menstrual cycle and, Shelby’s personal interest; Ninja training.

If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
Editing thanks to hunterdigital.co.uk --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>ddf25cf2-23c0-46f4-8caf-a227b2126ec9Tue, 20 Feb 2024 01:01:00 +0000Reclaim MovementYou might be forgiven, when you look at today’s guest’s Instagram grid, for thinking she has superhuman strength and is obviously one of those lucky people who was born as a talented sports person. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth! ... Shelby Copeland is truly tenacious and having had to overcome multiple hurdles, she is a shining example of what hard work, consistency, but particularly knowing your own body and working in tune with it, can do.
I really enjoyed our wide-ranging, empowering conversation that covered topics ranging from our common ground; natural movement coaching to hypermobility, parkour for seniors, training in tune with your menstrual cycle and, Shelby’s personal interest; Ninja training.

If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠
Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠
Editing thanks to hunterdigital.co.uk --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>3132falsefull#5. Lifestyle medicine: prescribing movement for better mental & physical healthhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-lifestyle-medicine-prescribing-movement-for-better-mental-physical-health--59633858
To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

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To find out more about today's guest and for the full show notes visit: ⁠The Make Movement Matter Podcast⁠

Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement on ⁠Instagram⁠ or find out more about more at ⁠https://reclaimmovement.co.uk⁠ or on ⁠YouTube⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>3265falsefull#4.The power of feeling the fear and doing it anyway: lessons from parkour with Julie Angelhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/4-the-power-of-feeling-the-fear-and-doing-it-anyway-lessons-from-parkour-with-julie-angel--59633850 In this conversation we discuss the part emotional has to play in movement; how fear can impact our ability to explore and connect with our own bodies and conversely how emotions such as fear, excitement, and joy are all part of our experience to be embraced.
Julie shares her insights on how to analyse and work with fear, including setting small goals, and celebrating effort, the role of supportive partners and the power of visualisation.
I hope you enjoy this in depth conversation, with the main takeaway being the importance of making friends with fear and to embrace your journey of self-discovery through movement.
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Julie shares her insights on how to analyse and work with fear, including setting small goals, and celebrating effort, the role of supportive partners and the power of visualisation.
I hope you enjoy this in depth conversation, with the main takeaway being the importance of making friends with fear and to embrace your journey of self-discovery through movement.
If you enjoy this podcast, please support the show by pressing Follow & giving a Rating.

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>4516true14full#3. Cold Water & Community with Blue Tits Founder Sian Richardsonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3-cold-water-community-with-blue-tits-founder-sian-richardson--59633863
About today’s guest: Sian Richardon founded The Bluetits Chill Swimmers in the winter of 2014 in the Pembrokeshire sea. There are now over 120,000 members all around the world. The community’s values are fun, trust, inclusivity and to ‘challenge our limits together’. You can start your own ‘flock’ by visiting the website below and starting your own Bluetits community. Sian is also director at Pencarnan Farm caravan park and campsite in Pembrokeshire. Find out more: https://thebluetits.co/https://www.instagram.com/thebluetits/https://www.facebook.com/TheBluetits/https://www.instagram.com/pencarnan_farm/

More about your host, Wendy: Wendy (49) founded Reclaim Movement after a running injury at 40 turned into 4 years of chronic pain. In her search for answers and to reclaim her own movement again she discovered natural movement. The philosophy of training real life practical movements to be able to keep using them as we age, coupled with the benefit of using strengthening and mobilising whole-body movement patterns that are underused in today’s modern world made her realise she had found a way to move for life. Wendy’s aim is to help people embrace a movement-rich life, at any age, to improve mobility, strength and confidence to keep moving well and doing the things they love for as long as they want. MovNat Level 1 certified & Functional Range Conditioning certified, she coaches online group classes live & by replay in the Reclaim Movement membership as well as online and in-person private coaching in Oxford. Find out more about Reclaim Movement: Website Instagram YouTube Facebook FREE E-BOOK - 'Making the Ground your Friend for Life!' NEWSLETTER: Sign up for the monthly(ish) newsletter, 'Just.Move' RECLAIM MOVEMENT MONTHLY OR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP - FREE 7-DAY TRIAL: includes LIVE (& by replay) natural movement classes, all replays, mini movement videos, tutorials, community support, movement prompts, and regular motivation. Take a sneak peek at what's inside.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>04003226-c31f-4dc5-ac29-93dc3df43ef2Tue, 30 Jan 2024 01:05:00 +0000Reclaim MovementEver since I heard about ‘The Blue Tits’ cold water dipping community, I loved (the brilliant name!), the philosophy, its inclusivity and focus on community but mostly how much it centres on helping people to move forward, gently pushing themselves...
About today’s guest: Sian Richardon founded The Bluetits Chill Swimmers in the winter of 2014 in the Pembrokeshire sea. There are now over 120,000 members all around the world. The community’s values are fun, trust, inclusivity and to ‘challenge our limits together’. You can start your own ‘flock’ by visiting the website below and starting your own Bluetits community. Sian is also director at Pencarnan Farm caravan park and campsite in Pembrokeshire. Find out more: https://thebluetits.co/https://www.instagram.com/thebluetits/https://www.facebook.com/TheBluetits/https://www.instagram.com/pencarnan_farm/

More about your host, Wendy: Wendy (49) founded Reclaim Movement after a running injury at 40 turned into 4 years of chronic pain. In her search for answers and to reclaim her own movement again she discovered natural movement. The philosophy of training real life practical movements to be able to keep using them as we age, coupled with the benefit of using strengthening and mobilising whole-body movement patterns that are underused in today’s modern world made her realise she had found a way to move for life. Wendy’s aim is to help people embrace a movement-rich life, at any age, to improve mobility, strength and confidence to keep moving well and doing the things they love for as long as they want. MovNat Level 1 certified & Functional Range Conditioning certified, she coaches online group classes live & by replay in the Reclaim Movement membership as well as online and in-person private coaching in Oxford. Find out more about Reclaim Movement: Website Instagram YouTube Facebook FREE E-BOOK - 'Making the Ground your Friend for Life!' NEWSLETTER: Sign up for the monthly(ish) newsletter, 'Just.Move' RECLAIM MOVEMENT MONTHLY OR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP - FREE 7-DAY TRIAL: includes LIVE (& by replay) natural movement classes, all replays, mini movement videos, tutorials, community support, movement prompts, and regular...]]>2983false13full#2. The remarkable impact of stepping outside your comfort zone in midlife with Jo Moseleyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-the-remarkable-impact-of-stepping-outside-your-comfort-zone-in-midlife-with-jo-moseley--59633866 About this week’s guest: Jo Moseley is a 59 year old single Mum of two grown up sons from in Yorkshire. After a difficult perimenopause that left her crying in supermarket aisles and the grief of losing her Mum, Jo rowed a million metres and marathon for Macmillan Cancer Support in her memory in 2014. In 2016 she started paddleboarding having injured her knee earlier that year. She knew immediately it was something very special and for the first time in months she “felt like a warrior not a worrier.” Three years later Jo became the first woman to paddleboard 162 miles coast to coast fundraising and picking up litter. A film about that challenge called Brave Enough - A Journey Home to Joy has been screened to a great reception online and at prestigious adventure festivals, which is available to rent or buy. Her first book SUP Great Britain (as above) was published by Vertebrate Publishing in June 2022 and was the first GB guide dedicated to paddleboarding. It soon became a bestseller. As a result she was invited to write a book about paddleboarding in the Lake District which will be published in spring 2024. Jo is currently setting herself a #FeelGoodJoy challenge to do a Headstand a Day until she’s 60 - which will be December 2024! Instagram www.instagram.com/@jomoseley Website www.jomoseley.com Email healthyhappyfifty@yahoo.com Book: ‘Stand-up Paddleboarding in Great Britain: Beautiful places to SUP in England, Scotland & Wales’ - on Amazon or on Adventure Books
More about your host, Wendy Wendy (49) founded Reclaim Movement after a running injury at 40 turned into 4 years of chronic pain. In her search for answers and to reclaim her own movement again she discovered natural movement. The philosophy of training real life practical movements to be able to keep using them as we age, coupled with the benefit of using strengthening and mobilising whole-body movement patterns that are underused in today’s modern world made her realise she had found a way to move for life. Wendy’s aim is to help people embrace a movement-rich life, at any age, to improve mobility, strength and confidence to keep moving well and doing the things they love for as long as they want. MovNat Level 1 certified & Functional Range Conditioning certified, she coaches online group classes live & by replay in the Reclaim Movement membership as well as online and in-person private coaching in Oxford. Find out more how Reclaim Movement: Website Instagram: @reclaim.movement YouTube Facebook FREE E-BOOK - 'Making the Ground your Friend for Life!' NEWSLETTER: Sign up for the monthly(ish) newsletter, 'Just.Move' RECLAIM MOVEMENT MONTHLY OR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP - FREE 7-DAY TRIAL : includes LIVE (& by replay) natural movement classes, all replays, mini movement videos, tutorials, community support, movement prompts, and regular motivation. Take a sneak peek at what's inside. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>81b01114-933c-4cb6-86c4-892a84153ac6Tue, 23 Jan 2024 08:04:15 +0000Reclaim MovementA truly inspiring woman, Jo Moseley shares her journey with me about how finding a new type of movement played a pivotal role in changing her life direction and helped her overcome sadness. We discuss the catalysts that led her to embrace stand-up... About this week’s guest: Jo Moseley is a 59 year old single Mum of two grown up sons from in Yorkshire. After a difficult perimenopause that left her crying in supermarket aisles and the grief of losing her Mum, Jo rowed a million metres and marathon for Macmillan Cancer Support in her memory in 2014. In 2016 she started paddleboarding having injured her knee earlier that year. She knew immediately it was something very special and for the first time in months she “felt like a warrior not a worrier.” Three years later Jo became the first woman to paddleboard 162 miles coast to coast fundraising and picking up litter. A film about that challenge called Brave Enough - A Journey Home to Joy has been screened to a great reception online and at prestigious adventure festivals, which is available to rent or buy. Her first book SUP Great Britain (as above) was published by Vertebrate Publishing in June 2022 and was the first GB guide dedicated to paddleboarding. It soon became a bestseller. As a result she was invited to write a book about paddleboarding in the Lake District which will be published in spring 2024. Jo is currently setting herself a #FeelGoodJoy challenge to do a Headstand a Day until she’s 60 - which will be December 2024! Instagram www.instagram.com/@jomoseley Website www.jomoseley.com Email healthyhappyfifty@yahoo.com Book: ‘Stand-up Paddleboarding in Great Britain: Beautiful places to SUP in England, Scotland & Wales’ - on Amazon or on Adventure Books
More about your host, Wendy Wendy (49) founded Reclaim Movement after a running injury at 40 turned into 4 years of chronic pain. In her search for answers and to reclaim her own movement again she discovered natural movement. The philosophy of training real life practical movements to be able to keep using them as we age, coupled with the benefit of using strengthening and mobilising whole-body movement patterns that are underused in today’s modern world made her realise she had found a way to move for life. Wendy’s aim is to help people embrace a movement-rich life, at any age, to improve mobility, strength and confidence to keep moving well and doing the things they love for as long as they want. MovNat Level 1 certified & Functional Range Conditioning certified, she coaches online group...]]>2632false12full#1. How Movement Impacts the Mind; Exploring the Science Behind this Key Connection with Caroline Williamshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1-how-movement-impacts-the-mind-exploring-the-science-behind-this-key-connection-with-caroline-williams--59633847 About this week’s guest: Caroline Williams is a science journalist, editor and author based in the UK. She is a consultant and regular contributor to New Scientist magazine, covering neuroscience, health and nature-based stories. Her work has also appeared in the Guardian, The Times, The Telegraph, BBC Future, BBC Earth and the Boston Globe, among others. She is the author of two books: Move! and Override, and is the editor of two of New Scientist’s Instant Expert Guides: How Your Brain Works: Inside the most complicated object in the known universe and Your Conscious Mind: Unravelling the greatest mystery of the human brain. She also edited New Scientist’s Essential Guide to the Brain. Caroline has spent the past few years researching how body movements can dramatically change the way we think and feel, visiting scientists in their labs all over the world and meeting expert movers, from yoga gurus to stuntmen and from dancers to ultra-marathon runners. She gets her own movement fix from yoga, paddle-boarding, mountain biking and walking her New Zealand sheepdog cross, Jango. Connect here: Website: carolinefwilliams.net Instagram: https://instagram.com/carolinewilliams_science X https://x.com/sciencecaroline
More about your host, Wendy: Wendy (49) founded Reclaim Movement after a running injury at 40 turned into 4 years of chronic pain. In her search for answers and to reclaim her own movement again she discovered natural movement. The philosophy of training real life practical movements to be able to keep using them as we age, coupled with the benefit of using strengthening and mobilising whole-body movement patterns that are underused in today’s modern world made her realise she had found a way to move for life. Wendy’s aim is to help people embrace a movement-rich life, at any age, to improve mobility, strength and confidence to keep moving well and doing the things they love for as long as they want. MovNat Level 1 certified & Functional Range Conditioning certified, she coaches online group classes live & by replay in the Reclaim Movement membership as well as online and in-person private coaching in Oxford. Find out more how Reclaim Movement: Website: https://www.reclaimmovement.co.uk Instagram: https://instagram.com/reclaim.movement YouTube: https://youtube.com/@reclaim.movement Facebook: https://facebook.com/reclaim.movement FREE E-BOOK - 'Making the Ground your Friend for Life!' NEWSLETTER: Sign up for the monthly(ish) newsletter, 'Just.Move' RECLAIM MOVEMENT MONTHLY OR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP - FREE 7-DAY TRIAL : LIVE (& by replay) natural movement classes, all replays, mini movement videos, tutorials, community support, movement prompts, and regular motivation. Take a sneak peek at what's inside. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wendy-welpton/message]]>c0c39aa7-c399-4057-8c9c-129ec104e5b6Tue, 16 Jan 2024 07:00:00 +0000Reclaim MovementI really enjoyed chatting with self-confessed ‘movement/mind geek’, journalist, author and editor Caroline Williams. We discuss the connection between movement and the mind, highlighting the physical and mental benefits of exercise. Caroline explains... About this week’s guest: Caroline Williams is a science journalist, editor and author based in the UK. She is a consultant and regular contributor to New Scientist magazine, covering neuroscience, health and nature-based stories. Her work has also appeared in the Guardian, The Times, The Telegraph, BBC Future, BBC Earth and the Boston Globe, among others. She is the author of two books: Move! and Override, and is the editor of two of New Scientist’s Instant Expert Guides: How Your Brain Works: Inside the most complicated object in the known universe and Your Conscious Mind: Unravelling the greatest mystery of the human brain. She also edited New Scientist’s Essential Guide to the Brain. Caroline has spent the past few years researching how body movements can dramatically change the way we think and feel, visiting scientists in their labs all over the world and meeting expert movers, from yoga gurus to stuntmen and from dancers to ultra-marathon runners. She gets her own movement fix from yoga, paddle-boarding, mountain biking and walking her New Zealand sheepdog cross, Jango. Connect here: Website: carolinefwilliams.net Instagram: https://instagram.com/carolinewilliams_science X https://x.com/sciencecaroline
More about your host, Wendy: Wendy (49) founded Reclaim Movement after a running injury at 40 turned into 4 years of chronic pain. In her search for answers and to reclaim her own movement again she discovered natural movement. The philosophy of training real life practical movements to be able to keep using them as we age, coupled with the benefit of using strengthening and mobilising whole-body movement patterns that are underused in today’s modern world made her realise she had found a way to move for life. Wendy’s aim is to help people embrace a movement-rich life, at any age, to improve mobility, strength and confidence to keep moving well and doing the things they love for as long as they want. MovNat Level 1 certified & Functional Range Conditioning certified, she coaches online group classes live & by replay in the Reclaim Movement membership as well as online and in-person private coaching in Oxford. Find out more how Reclaim Movement: Website: https://www.reclaimmovement.co.uk Instagram: https://instagram.com/reclaim.movement YouTube: https://youtube.com/@reclaim.movement Facebook: https://facebook.com/reclaim.movement FREE E-BOOK - '2703false11fullTrailer - Make Movement Matterhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trailer-make-movement-matter--59633860

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