Suzy interviews Dr. Polly Swan, an elite rower and medical doctor, on the Movement Prescription podcast. They delve into Polly's Olympic success, medical career, and balancing both endeavors. The discussion covers Polly's challenges, including injuries and overtraining, and the support she received. Polly shares her pandemic training experience, emphasizing the importance of outdoor activities. They explore Polly's Olympic journey, partnership with Helen Glover, and the legacy of inspiring ot...
Join me in a conversation with Robert Jamison, a pioneering architect known for the BBC/Netflix show “Your Home Made Perfect”. Robert offers an insight into his life, and how yoga plays a central part of his daily routine and well-being. And we talk about how the convenience of 21st century building and architecture is engineering movement out of our lives, and the various ways we can address this (including the squat toilet!). Robert has a unique perception of space, which inspires possibili...
Urban green and blue spaces (UGS) are hugely beneficial to human and planetary health. With the environments in which we live, and the rapid growth of urbanization, we as healthcare professionals have an advocacy role in promoting green space. Join me as I chat with Sarah and Dan from the Centre for Sustainable Healthcare. We talk about the importance of green space for health, some of the amazing ongoing examples of promotion in health care and the offerings on the table. This includes...
Suzy, Lubna, and Dimple discuss the importance of integrating movement into diverse communities to empower patients from ethnic minority backgrounds. Lubna, a clinical specialist pharmacist, stresses a holistic approach in cardiovascular clinics, addressing lifestyle factors beyond diabetes control. Dimple, a GP, underlines the value of creative health promotion through lifestyle medicine pillars. The conversation focuses on cultural sensitivity in healthcare, offering tailored interventions ...
Join Dr. Hussain Al-Zubaidi as he explores the magic of nature with Maggy Blagrove from Open Minds Active. This UK-based organisation is all about bringing people together outdoors for better mental health.What Open Minds Active Does:Open Minds Active helps people reconnect with nature through outdoor activities like wild swimming and yoga.They have a team of experts who make sure everyone feels welcome and included.Their Core Values:Community: Creating a friendly space where everyone can hav...
What do you think of when someone mentions resistance training? Is it rust filled testosterone fuelled gyms? Or a Californian-style sweat free embodiment of perfection? Or something else? Whatever you think it is, resistance training should form a crucial part of our lives. And is even recommended for everyone by the WHO. Join me in a conversation with GP and lifestyle expert Dr John Sykes as we discuss the power of resistance training whilst also acknowledge the number of challenges in ...
Tune in to this week's episode as Hussain sits down with Chrissie Wellington, the Health and Wellbeing Lead at parkrun UK, to delve into the incredible phenomenon that is parkrun. Many of you will know Chrissie as the greatest female long distance triathlete of all time, winning a mind boggling 4 Ironman world titles! They discuss the importance of shifting perspectives and aims from physical activity as we age. parkrun is celebrating its 20th year, and has become more than just a run/jog or ...
Are you a cold water convert? Or still not sure? Regardless, join us for a conversation with Rachel Ashe, the Founder of Mental Health Swims. In this short episode, we talk swimming (in both hot and colder water) and the power of community to improve and empower mental health.Produced using funding from NHS Tayside Educational Fund and the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine.Find us at https://themovementprescription.co.uk/
Are you ready to get on your bike and ride? Tune in to our latest podcast featuring cycling legend Mark Beaumont (redefining what is possible on two wheels), and Angus Rodney from Love 2 Ride (the home of cycling encouragement) which we hope will have you dusting off your cycling gear to rediscover the childhood mischief to be had on two wheels. A refreshingly practical conversation with no shortage of inspirational stories and plenty of information to help anyone who may wis...
This episode we are joined by Craig Blain from Move Consulting where we discuss how we can successfully deliver physical activity projects in primary care. His breath of experience and knowledge has meant he has lead and been involved in numerous physical activity projects working with a number of stakeholders. Key points discussed:- Importance of the terminology and language used.- Projects should be informed by the service user and inform the design.- When starting a physical act...
Join us for a conversation with Dr Edney Boston-Griffiths as we talk about physical activity and cardiovascular health. Edney is a consultant in interventional cardiology with a passion for physical activity and lifestyle medicine. With hypertension and hypercholesteremia management in primary-care fairly bread and butter we delve deeper into the specifics of physical activity advice. Is saying walk a bit more enough? Or can we give more tailored advice for managing these conditions? Join us ...
Join Suzy in conversation with Duncan Galbraith, the founder of World Walking (https://worldwalking.org/), as he explains the story behind the movement that has walked to the moon.Produced using funding from NHS Tayside Educational Fund and the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine.Find us at https://themovementprescription.co.uk/
Have you ever tried to break bad-habits or make new ones, only to fail? For me new years resolutions often act as a painful reminder! In this podcast with behavioural economist, Noemi Molnar, we explore the science behind behaviour that shapes our decision making processes. Using this she provides some hints and tips we can use to help get our patients more active through building new habits (and breaking unwanted ones).Produced using funding from NHS Tayside Educational Fund a...
Join us for our third mini podcast where Suzy was introduced all things RED with founder Hannah Beecham MBE. Hear about this National movement which encourages its community of REDers to move every day in January (and beyond) for their mental health. As we emerge on the right side of the shortest day we reflect on how hard it can be to move enough in the winter months. Hannah saw first hand with her Mum just how difficult operant movement can be in managing mental health, and eight years...
Join us for a unique episode where Russell Kane, the dynamic comedian, takes center stage alongside our host Hussain (@irondoctorhaz). From their partnership on Channel 4's Steph’s Packed Lunch to Russell's health journey and co-founding Jolt, they explore longevity, evidence-based supplements, and innovative marketing. Delve into the scientific intricacies of health span, the impact of media on perceptions, and the role of comedy in healthcare. Russell's humor weaves throughout, creating a j...
Join us for a short episode, with a brief conversation into childhood physical inactivity with our guest, Rachel Knight from the Welsh Institute for Physical Activity, Health, and Sport (WIPAHS). Rachel is a physiotherapist by training and now an academic, exploring childhood physical activity and how to address it. With some ongoing work assessing how clinicians promote physical activity in children if you have time please complete the survey: Paediatric Physical Activity & Sedentary Beh...
Join us in a conversation with Dr Hamish Reid, a sports and exercise medicine consultant, on motivational interviewing. Having helped create the Moving Medicine resource and the Active Conversations motivational interview course, Hamish is a leading light in motivational interviewing. Hamish explores how we can bring up physical activity in conversation, as well as quick, practical and easy ways to inspire change in people. Learn about the amazing tools you can utilise in primary care such as...
Join us for a conversation with Richard Crick, the head of ‘Man v Fat’, the first of our Mini Moves. We delve into the unique challenges men face on their weight loss journeys and explore how 'Man v Fat' provides a supportive community, fostering camaraderie, and offering invaluable resources. We offer an overview of the league where losers win, and highlight ways of how to get you or your patients involved. Find out more on the website: https://manvfat.com/Produced using funding from NH...
Join us for the next episode of the Movement Prescription podcast, which focuses on how we can realistically encourage our patients with chronic disease to move more. Suzy interviews GP, Sports Exercise consultant and fellow enthusiast Dr Emma Lunan, who was involved with Movement for Health from its inception. Movement for Health is a coalition of Scotland’s leading health charities who are committed to support the least active people living with long term health conditions to be ...
In this episode, Hussain engages in a thought-provoking conversation with two influential guests: Mike Farrar, the current Chair of UK Active, and Julie Davies, CEO of 'Doing Our Bit.' The discussion revolves around two main emergent themes that are crucial in today's healthcare landscape.Julie Davies: Prioritizing Self Care and Workforce WellbeingJulie Davies, the passionate CEO of 'Doing Our Bit,' shares insights into the importance of self-care and workforce wellbeing within the healthcare...