Angela 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 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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What 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 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.
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Why 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 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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Your 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, confidence, and a whole new outlook on ageing.
In this episode, we talk about growing up with limiting beliefs, finding role models later in life.
From surfing in Hawaii to a 250 mile bike ride with her teenage son, Inessa proves it’s never too late and why midlife might just be the perfect time to try something new.
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She 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 episode, we talk about:
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
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Season 6 of Make Movement Matter is here! In this opening mini solo episode I share the real reasons I podcast, what keeps me curious and how the show connects to the bigger message and mission behind Reclaim Movement.
September is a big month for me, not just because I’m celebrating the 5th birthday of Reclaim Movement, but because I’ve also got exciting news to share - tune in to find out what’s happening and why now feels like such an important time.
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One 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 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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"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 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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Feeling 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 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.
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Why are so many teachers constantly in pain? And what can movement do to change that?
This 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.
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What happens when four midlife women decide to row 3,000 miles across the Atlantic?
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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What 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 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.
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How 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 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.
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Most 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 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.
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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.
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Can 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 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.
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Every 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 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.
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We 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 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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Why 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 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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How 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 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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