Episodes

  • #71. Looking back, moving forward with Wendy Welpton

    #71. Looking back, moving forward with Wendy Welpton
    Dec 16 2025
    As 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 bodies shapes how we experience life, and why self-kindness and realistic intentions create more sustainable change than pressure-filled resolutions.
    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
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    8 mins
  • #70. The Well-Lived Life with Dr Gladys McGarey - re-release from July 2024

    #70. The Well-Lived Life with Dr Gladys McGarey - re-release from July 2024
    Dec 9 2025
    A 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 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. 💜

    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 | ⁠Website⁠
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • #69. Redefining the athlete: self-belief, comparison & the power of moving forward with Cara Cunniff

    #69. Redefining the athlete: self-belief, comparison & the power of moving forward with Cara Cunniff
    Dec 2 2025
    For 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 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.

    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 | ⁠Website⁠Start to ⁠‘Move more naturally to live better’ with Wendy’s self-paced 5-Day Introductory Online Course by clicking here.
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    53 mins
  • #68. Stronger for longer: why bone health matters more than you think with Angela White, The Running Granny

    #68. Stronger for longer: why bone health matters more than you think with Angela White, The Running Granny
    Nov 25 2025
    If 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 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.

    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 | ⁠Website⁠
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    59 mins
  • #67. 5 Steps to Healthier, Happier Hips with Wendy Welpton - Re-release

    #67. 5 Steps to Healthier, Happier Hips with Wendy Welpton - Re-release
    Nov 18 2025

    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.


    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!
    Sign up for My self-paced ‘Happier Hips in 5 Steps’ online mini course is now available. It’s practical, short, and helps you rebuild hip ease and strength through small, sustainable movements and is £33.https://movewith.reclaimmovement.co.uk/hhi5s-checkout
    Connect with your host, Wendy, founder of Reclaim Movement, on:⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Website⁠
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    11 mins
  • #66 Feet first: rethinking shoes for us and our kids with BarefootBrit

    #66 Feet first: rethinking shoes for us and our kids with BarefootBrit
    Nov 11 2025
    Your feet are talking, but are you listening?You know that moment you kick off your shoes and feel instant relief? It’s your body’s way of saying, we didn’t like that.In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Brittany Balinski, better known as ‘Barefoot Brit’; founder of barefootbrit.co.uk and the UK’s first Barefoot Shoe & Foot Health Expo. A mum of four turned advocate, Brittany’s mission is to help families rediscover what natural movement for their feet really means.Together we explore:
    • 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
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    55 mins
  • #65. Move your body to shape the way you think and feel with Erica Hornthal

    #65. Move your body to shape the way you think and feel with Erica Hornthal
    Nov 4 2025
    Have 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 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.

    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 | ⁠Website⁠
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • #64. Let’s Dance: Angela Rippon’s mission to get the nation moving

    #64. Let’s Dance: Angela Rippon’s mission to get the nation moving
    Oct 28 2025
    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.
    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 | ⁠Website
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    54 mins