The Movement Prescription

By: Konijn Podcasts
  • Summary

  • Welcome to The Movement Prescription, the podcast where movement meets medicine. Hosted by three dynamic GPs, Dr. Callum Leese, Dr. Suzy Scarlett, and Dr. Hussain Al-Zubaidi, this show is your go-to resource for understanding the transformative power of physical activity in healthcare. Backed by the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine, The Movement Prescription shares the society's bold vision: transforming healthcare and tackling health inequalities through the principles of lifestyle medicine. Designed for everyone but with health professionals in mind, this podcast aims to educate, inspire, and empower listeners to integrate physical activity into healthcare settings. Whether you're a clinician, a health advocate, or someone passionate about promoting well-being, our episodes offer actionable insights, real-world examples, and expert interviews. In Season Two, we dive deeper, challenging misconceptions about physical activity and exploring innovative ways to address it across diverse healthcare scenarios, including for disease-specific groups. Join us as we unlock the potential of movement to revolutionize health and bridge the gaps in healthcare for a healthier, more equitable future. Tune in, and let’s get moving—together.
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Episodes
  • WildStrong: An Inclusive Community of Movement with Andrew Telfer
    Jan 22 2025

    Join host Callum and Andrew Telfer, co-founder of WildStrong. They discuss community-focused movement in nature, challenging traditional fitness norms and promoting a playful, inclusive approach to health.

    Produced with support from the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine.

    Find us at https://themovementprescription.co.uk/ and join the conversation!

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    52 mins
  • Training Through Adversity: Dr. Polly Swan's Olympic and Medical Journey
    Aug 14 2024

    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 others through sports. The conversation touches on empowering young women through sports, Polly's TEDx talk, and promoting physical activity in the medical field.

    Produced using funding from NHS Tayside Educational Fund and the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine.

    Find us at https://themovementprescription.co.uk/

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    33 mins
  • "Designing Movement" with Robert Jamison
    Jun 12 2024

    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 possibility, and challenges the norm.

    Produced using funding from NHS Tayside Educational Fund and the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine.

    Find us at https://themovementprescription.co.uk/

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    46 mins

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