The Move Better Podcast | Functional Fitness, Mobility & Strength for Real Life

Mark Broadbent
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Most people train but still feel stiff, tight, and beaten up. The Move Better Podcast shows you how to train in a way your body actually understands, so you can reduce aches and pains, move better, and build real-world strength that lasts. Hosted by Mark Broadbent (over 20 years experience), this is simple, practical advice without the fluff, gimmicks, or “just lift heavier” nonsense. If you want a body that works - not just looks good - this is for you. With some great guests, you'll learn about some of the "alternative" methods of training that just might be what your body's craving.

  1. 4d ago

    #17 - Why Bodybuilding Alone Isn’t Enough | Tom DeGiuli on Real-World Strength

    Does having a big bench press, squat or deadlift automatically make you strong in the real world? In this episode of The Move Better Podcast, I’m joined by Tom DeGiuli, owner of DeGiuli’s Gym in Long Island, New York, to discuss why strength training shouldn’t be limited to barbells, bodybuilding routines and conventional gym exercises. Tom explains how he combines traditional lifts with kettlebells, sandbags, steel clubs, landmines and other unconventional training methods to develop strength, power, conditioning and athleticism. We discuss: • Why bodybuilding and powerlifting can leave gaps in your strength• The difference between lifting a barbell and lifting an awkward object• Why sandbags expose weaknesses that conventional lifts can hide• How to combine traditional and unconventional exercises• The best equipment for a simple home gym• Why busy parents need a different approach to training• The problem with filming every workout for social media• Why enjoying your training matters• The importance of community, consistency and longevity• Tom’s highest-return exercises for building total-body strength Whether you train with barbells, kettlebells, sandbags or something completely different, the most important thing is finding a way to keep moving, progressing and enjoying the process. Start the free 7-Day Move Better Challenge at: www.MoveBetter.club Find Tom on instagram: @tomdegiuli @degiulisgym

    #17 - Why Bodybuilding Alone Isn’t Enough | Tom DeGiuli on Real-World Strength

  2. Jul 21

    #16 - How to Stay Strong, Mobile & Capable for Life | Dan John

    What does it really take to remain strong, mobile and physically capable as you get older? Strength coach and author Dan John joins Mark to explain why effective training is often far simpler than the fitness industry makes it seem. Dan discusses the importance of maintaining muscle as we age, why constantly switching programmes holds people back, and how training with the seasons can help develop a broader range of physical abilities. They also explore why movement should come before personal records, the long-term value of crawling, hanging, carrying and getting off the floor, and the essential exercises Dan would keep if he had to strip training back to the basics. In this episode: Why Dan’s view of bodybuilding changed as he got olderThe training mistake he wishes he had avoidedWhy constantly changing programmes limits progressHow to periodise training around the seasonsThe danger of becoming too specialisedWhy movement quality should come before heavier weightsThe importance of crawling and developing the feetHow Dan would train someone for the next 50–70 yearsThe five movement patterns he considers essentialWhy getting up and down from the floor matters more with ageThe two surprisingly important ingredients for longevityDan’s simple approach to nutrition and fastingWhy small changes consistently applied produce the biggest resultsDan’s family motto is: “It’s not where you start; it’s where you finish.” Wherever you are starting from, begin today. Find Dan John: Dan John University:https://danjohnuniversity.com Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/coachdanjohn/ YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@DanJohnStrengthCoach Start your free 7-Day Move Better Challenge:https://www.MoveBetter.Club Follow Mark:https://www.instagram.com/movebetter.club/ The Move Better Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for individual medical advice.

    #16 - How to Stay Strong, Mobile & Capable for Life | Dan John

  3. Jul 14

    #15 - How to Breathe Better for Running, Sleep & Performance | David “Jacko” Jackson

    Breathing is automatic—but that doesn’t mean it’s optimal. In Episode 15 of The Move Better Podcast, Mark Broadbent speaks to former professional rugby player, breathing coach and author David “Jacko” Jackson about how the way we breathe can affect our running, exercise performance, recovery, stress levels, movement and sleep. Jacko explains why breathing is one of the most overlooked areas of health and physical performance, despite being something we do all day, every day. In this episode, we discuss: • The most common breathing mistakes• How poor breathing can contribute to tension, restricted movement and lower-back discomfort• The three foundations of efficient breathing: breathing rate, ribcage movement and diaphragm function• Nasal breathing versus mouth breathing during exercise• How nasal breathing can be used during easy runs and Zone 2 training• When runners should switch from nasal to mouth breathing• CO₂ tolerance and why carbon dioxide isn’t simply a waste gas• What the BOLT score measures—and why it shouldn’t feel like a maximal breath hold• How breathing can improve recovery between sets and intervals• Why forcing rigid breathing ratios may not work for everyone• The limitations of box breathing• Breathing habits, snoring and sleep quality• A simple tongue and nasal-breathing technique you can practise today• Why humming before bed may help you relax Jacko is the author of Breathe Smarter, Run Stronger: Breathwork to Transform Your Running, a practical guide to improving breathing efficiency, running performance and recovery. Whether you’re a runner, athlete or simply want to feel calmer, move better and sleep more deeply, this episode will help you understand how to start training your breathing. FIND JACKO Website: https://thebreathrunningcoach.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebreathrunningcoachBook: https://amzn.to/4hbcbrT MOVE BETTER Start the FREE 7-Day Move Better Challenge:https://www.MoveBetter.Club Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/movebetter.club

    #15 - How to Breathe Better for Running, Sleep & Performance | David “Jacko” Jackson

  4. Jul 7

    #14 - Morning Sunlight: The Missing Key to Better Sleep, Energy, Metabolism & Health | Jonathan Jarecki

    Most of us spend around 90% of our lives indoors—but what is that doing to our health? In this episode of The Move Better Podcast, I sit down with researcher Jonathan Jarecki to explore the science of sunlight, circadian rhythms, metabolism and why getting outside may be one of the simplest ways to improve your health. We discuss why sunlight is about far more than vitamin D, how morning light influences your sleep and energy, why modern indoor lighting may be affecting your metabolism, and whether red light therapy can replace natural sunlight. Whether you're interested in improving your sleep, stabilising blood sugar, boosting energy or simply feeling healthier, this episode is packed with practical advice you can start using today. In this episode we discuss: • Why sunlight is essential for human health• Morning sunlight and your circadian rhythm• Why vitamin D is only part of the story• How light affects blood sugar and metabolism• Red light, infrared light and blue light explained• Should you use red light therapy panels?• The best lighting for your home and workplace• Incandescent vs LED lighting• How light influences sleep and melatonin production• Easy ways to get more natural light every day If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating and share it with someone who spends too much time indoors. Join the free 7-Day Move Better Challenge:www.MoveBetter.Club Connect with Mark Broadbent Website: https://www.MoveBetter.Club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/movebetter.club YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoveBetterPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoveBetterClub Connect with Jonathan Jarecki Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanjarecki Website: https://www.jonathanjarecki.com

    #14 - Morning Sunlight: The Missing Key to Better Sleep, Energy, Metabolism & Health | Jonathan Jarecki

  5. Jun 30

    #13 - Stop Chasing Pain with Perry Nickelston | Why Your Pain Isn't Where You Think It Is

    Most people focus only on where it hurts. Perry explains why, for chronic pain, the real cause is often somewhere else in the body. In this episode of The Move Better Podcast, Perry explains why chronic pain is rarely caused by the painful area itself and how movement, the nervous system and the lymphatic system all work together to help the body heal. We discuss: Why pain is an awareness signal—not a damage signalWhy movement variety matters more than exercise selectionThe connection between feet, hips, jaw and chronic painWhy crawling, rolling and ground-based movement are so powerfulHow the lymphatic system influences recovery and inflammationPerry's "Big Six" daily routineWhy posture is neurological—not just muscularSimple ways to move better every dayIf you've been battling recurring pain or want to build a body that stays resilient for life, this episode is packed with practical advice. www.MoveBetter.Club Connect with Perry Nickelston 🌐 Website: Stop Chasing Pain 📸 Instagram: @stopchasingpain 🎙️ Podcast: Stop Chasing Pain Podcast Connect with Mark Broadbent 🌐 Website: MoveBetter.Club 📸 Instagram: @movebetter.club 📧 Email: Mark@MoveBetter.Club

    #13 - Stop Chasing Pain with Perry Nickelston | Why Your Pain Isn't Where You Think It Is

  6. Jun 23

    #12 - Move Better, Not More: Ryan Hurst on the Biggest Fitness Mistakes

    What if the biggest reason you're not moving better isn't that you're doing too little, but that you're doing too much? In Episode 12 of The Move Better Podcast, Mark Broadbent is joined by movement coach and GMB Fitness co-founder Ryan Hurst to explore why so many people get stuck chasing numbers, workouts and gym routines that don't actually improve how they move. Ryan explains why your "why" should shape every aspect of your training, why movement quality beats quantity, how play and exploration can transform your body, and why just a few focused minutes each day can outperform long, exhausting workouts. Whether you're trying to stay active after 40, reduce aches and pains, improve mobility, or simply move with more confidence, this episode is packed with practical advice you can start using immediately. In this episode: Why most people are doing too much in trainingThe importance of defining your movement goalsWhy strength without movement can become a limitationHow to balance strength and mobility as you ageThe power of movement play and explorationThe minimum effective dose for lasting progressA simple daily movement challenge anyone can start todayThe Move Better Podcast helps you move better, feel better and live better through practical conversations on health, movement and performance. Find out more about Ryan and GMB Fitness: https://gmb.io Visit Move Better: https://www.movebetter.club Follow us for more movement tips and future episodes.

    #12 - Move Better, Not More: Ryan Hurst on the Biggest Fitness Mistakes

  7. Jun 16

    #11 - Why Your Body Is In Pain (And How To Fix It) with Eric Goodman

    Most people think pain is something that happens to them. Eric Goodman believes otherwise. In this episode of The Move Better Podcast, Mark Broadbent sits down with the creator of Foundation Training to discuss why chronic pain is often the result of modern movement habits, poor posture, weak movement patterns, and a lack of body awareness. Eric explains why traditional fitness approaches often miss the bigger picture, how breathing influences movement and recovery, why the hip hinge is one of the most misunderstood movement patterns, and what people can do immediately to start reducing pain and moving more efficiently. If you've struggled with back pain, poor posture, stiffness, movement limitations, or simply want to understand how your body was designed to function, this episode is packed with practical insights. Foundation Training explainedPain relief vs performanceWhy posture mattersThe connection between breathing and movementHip hinging and spinal healthModern technology and movement dysfunctionWhy bodybuilding isn't enoughRecovery, resilience and longevityDaily habits that contribute to chronic painConnect With Eric Goodman 🌐 Foundation Training: https://www.foundationtraining.com 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FoundationTraining 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundationtraining Connect With Mark Broadbent 🌐 Website: https://www.movebetter.club 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/movebetter.club 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/movebetter.club 📧 Email: Mark@MoveBetter.Club The Move Better Podcast explores movement, health, fitness, longevity, performance, recovery, and practical ways to move and feel better for life. New episodes released regularly.

    #11 - Why Your Body Is In Pain (And How To Fix It) with Eric Goodman

  8. Jun 9

    #10 - Why Strength Alone Isn’t Enough | Natural Movement, Mobility & Functional Fitness with MovNat

    Is lifting heavier really the answer to better movement, better health, and fewer injuries? In this episode of The Move Better Podcast, Mark Broadbent sits down with Brian Betancourt, Director of Performance at MovNat, to explore why modern fitness may be missing the bigger picture. They discuss the difference between training and movement practice, why movement is fundamentally problem-solving, and how specialising in a handful of gym exercises can actually limit human capability. Brian explains why crawling, getting up from the floor, carrying awkward objects, and developing movement variety may be more valuable than chasing bigger numbers on the barbell. The conversation covers functional fitness, kettlebells, Turkish get-ups, injury prevention, motor learning, movement variability, strength training myths, Animal Flow, mobility, and how developing multiple movement solutions can help you stay resilient, capable, and athletic for life. In This Episode: Why movement is fundamentally problem-solvingThe limitations of squat, bench, and deadlift-only trainingHow movement variety reduces injury riskWhy crawling remains one of the most important human movement patternsThe truth about functional fitnessTurkish get-ups, kettlebells, and real-world strengthWhy getting up from the floor may be the most important movement skill you can developHow to train for longevity, adaptability, and resilienceAbout Brian Brian Betancourt is the Director of Performance at MovNat, a Certified Exercise Physiologist through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), strength and conditioning coach, educator, and author. His work focuses on natural movement, motor learning, physical literacy, and helping people develop adaptable, real-world movement capabilities. Throughout his career he has worked with athletes, coaches, and everyday people seeking better movement, improved performance, and long-term physical resilience. About Mark Mark Broadbent is a movement coach, Animal Flow instructor, personal trainer, and host of The Move Better Podcast. Through MoveBetter.Club, Mark helps people improve mobility, movement quality, strength, and overall physical capability so they can move and feel better for life. Connect with Brian MovNat: www.MovNat.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/movnat Connect with Mark Broadbent Website: https://www.movebetter.clubEmail: Mark@MoveBetter.ClubPodcast: The Move Better Podcast #TheMoveBetterPodcast #MoveNat #FunctionalFitness #NaturalMovement #MobilityTraining #MovementPractice #Kettlebells #InjuryPrevention #MoveBetter #HealthAndFitness

    #10 - Why Strength Alone Isn’t Enough | Natural Movement, Mobility & Functional Fitness with MovNat
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Most people train but still feel stiff, tight, and beaten up. The Move Better Podcast shows you how to train in a way your body actually understands, so you can reduce aches and pains, move better, and build real-world strength that lasts. Hosted by Mark Broadbent (over 20 years experience), this is simple, practical advice without the fluff, gimmicks, or “just lift heavier” nonsense. If you want a body that works - not just looks good - this is for you. With some great guests, you'll learn about some of the "alternative" methods of training that just might be what your body's craving.

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