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. 1d ago

    #22 - Stop Training Like a Bodybuilder | Coringa Conway on BJJ, Capoeira & Real-World Strength

    What does it actually mean to be strong — and is conventional gym training really helping you perform better? In this episode of The Move Better Podcast, I’m joined by Coringa Conway, a BJJ black belt, Capoeira coach and strength coach with experience across MMA, strongman, Highland Games, sumo and more. We talk about why training should be built around what you actually want your body to DO — rather than simply chasing bigger muscles or bigger gym numbers. We get into: • Why strongman training transfers so well to grappling and real-world strength• Why Coringa believes bodybuilding can actually hinder athletic performance• What BJJ and MMA athletes should be doing outside of the mats• Why recovery needs to be treated as part of the programme• How Capoeira develops balance, coordination and incredible body awareness• Why martial arts may be one of the best forms of training for lifelong physical capability• The problem with machines and generic gym programmes• Why carries, kettlebells, clubs and maces are so valuable• Handstands, crawling and developing real movement skill• Why your training should always reflect your actual goal• What to do if you only have 10–20 minutes a day to train Coringa’s message is simple: figure out what you want your body to be capable of — then train specifically to become better at it. FIND CORINGA Instagram: @coach_coringa_ MOVE BETTER Join the Move Better community and start moving better, feeling better and building a stronger, healthier body for life: www.MoveBetter.Club 🎙️ The Move Better Podcast

    #22 - Stop Training Like a Bodybuilder | Coringa Conway on BJJ, Capoeira & Real-World Strength

  2. Aug 25

    #21 - Are You Training for Health — or for a Sport? | Jessie Salas

    What are you actually training for? In this episode of The Move Better Podcast, I’m joined by Jessie Salas from Foundation Training to explore how easily people can start out wanting to get fitter, stronger and healthier — only to accidentally specialise in a particular style of training. We discuss bodybuilding, powerlifting, Olympic weightlifting and CrossFit as sports in their own right, and why simply adopting one of those systems might not be the best approach if your real goal is to be a strong, healthy, capable human being. We also get into: Why your training should start with your actual goalBodybuilding vs powerlifting vs Olympic lifting vs CrossFitWhy chasing heavier numbers can eventually become counterproductiveKettlebells, maces, clubs and other tools — and why the tool shouldn’t become the training philosophyWhy general health may require being more of a physical generalistCorrective exercise vs training vs movement and playWhy adults need to move outside of structured workoutsHow Foundation Training can complement strength and sports trainingSitting, posture, movement patterns and chronic aches and painsThe importance of rest, recovery and knowing when to back offWhy fitness tribes and training dogma can hold us backMovement, nature and building a body that stays capable for life Ultimately, Jessie’s message is simple: move your body, keep it simple, stay curious and find what makes you feel well. Join the Move Better Skool community & membership: https://bit.ly/45ww9qg Follow Jessie: @coachjsalasFind out more about Foundation Training #StrengthTraining #FunctionalFitness #FoundationTraining #Movement #Longevity

    #21 - Are You Training for Health — or for a Sport? | Jessie Salas

  3. Aug 18

    #20 - Is Strength Training Making You Worse at Your Sport? | Train for Athletic Performance

    Are you training to get better at your sport — or just getting better at the gym? In this solo episode of The Move Better Podcast, I question one of the biggest assumptions in sports training: that continually increasing your squat, bench and deadlift automatically makes you a better athlete. Strength matters. But once you're already strong enough, would the next 8–12 weeks be better spent adding another 10kg to your squat — or improving your movement, balance, coordination, mobility, timing, rhythm, reaction time and ability to change direction? In this episode, I cover: Why gym strength and athletic performance aren't the same thingThe difference between strength and useful strengthWhy athletes need strength they can express in different positions, directions and situationsThe problem with chasing gym PBs for the sake of itWhy rugby players are a great example of thisStrength training vs movement and skills trainingRotation, unilateral work, throwing, catching and reactive movementRope flow, juggling, martial arts and other ways to improve athletic qualitiesWhy being stronger isn't always the quality you need mostHow to think about the minimum effective dose of strength trainingThe question every athlete should ask: How strong do I actually need to be? The goal isn't to stop getting stronger. It's to stop confusing getting stronger in the gym with becoming a better athlete. 🎧 Listen now and let me know whether you agree. Want to move better, feel better and perform better? Join the FREE 7-Day Move Better Challenge and Move Better community: www.movebetter.club #AthleticPerformance #StrengthTraining #SportsPerformance #FunctionalTraining #MoveBetter Move BetterHashtags

    #20 - Is Strength Training Making You Worse at Your Sport? | Train for Athletic Performance

  4. Aug 11

    #19 - Are You Walking Wrong? | Ricky Stanzi on GOATA, Pain & Durable Movement

    What if some of the aches, pains and injuries we blame on training actually start with something much more basic — how we stand, walk and interact with the ground every day? In Episode 19 of The Move Better Podcast, I’m joined by Ricky Stanzi, former NFL quarterback and one of the leading coaches behind GOATA Movement. GOATA stands for Greatest Of All Time Actions and takes a very different approach to movement. Rather than looking at muscles and joints in isolation, the system studies movement patterns seen across durable athletes, children, indigenous populations and active older adults. We get into why Ricky believes durability should be the foundation of performance, and why the way your feet interact with the ground can have consequences throughout the entire body. In this episode: • What GOATA actually is — and what it isn't• Why GOATA studies movement rather than isolated muscles• “Cadaver science” vs studying living human movement• Why your feet are the foundation of movement• Straight feet, strong arches and the importance of the second toe line• Why being able to walk doesn't necessarily mean you're walking well• How modern shoes, chairs and our environment can change movement• Why getting comfortable on the floor matters as we age• The importance of standing, walking and resting — the “other 90%” of your day• Why you can’t “out-rep” a poor walking pattern• GOATA vs WOATA — Greatest vs Worst Of All Time Actions• Why Ricky believes durability is the ultimate performance strategy• The limitations of looking at the body one muscle or joint at a time• Strength training, Olympic lifting and whether gym training can influence movement patterns• Pain, compensation and why an injury can build long before something finally gives way• Why persistent pain shouldn't simply be accepted as part of getting older or training• How the GOATA Recode attempts to retrain standing and walking patterns• Simple things you can begin paying attention to today Ricky's core message is simple: before worrying about how much you can lift, how fast you can run or how hard you can train, make sure the movement system underneath it is working properly. FIND RICKY / GOATA GOATA Movement:https://www.goatamovement.com/ Free 6-Day GOATA Recode Challenge:https://www.goatamovement.com/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goata_movement/ Ricky Stanzi:https://www.instagram.com/glsgoata_education/ MOVE BETTER Start the FREE 7-Day Move Better Challenge and join the community:https://www.MoveBetter.Club Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/movebetter.club YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@MoveBetterPodcast Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/MoveBetter.Club/ Email:Mark@MoveBetter.Club

    #19 - Are You Walking Wrong? | Ricky Stanzi on GOATA, Pain & Durable Movement

  5. Aug 4

    #18 - Why Stretching Isn’t Enough | Tom Morrison on Mobility, Pain & Stronger Joints

    Most people jump straight into lifting heavier weights, running further or attempting advanced exercises without first making sure their joints can move - and stabilise - properly. In Episode 18 of The Move Better Podcast, I’m joined by Tom Morrison, creator of The Simplistic Mobility Method, to discuss what mobility training should actually involve and why repeatedly stretching or foam rolling the painful area often fails to solve the underlying problem. We discuss: • Why joint function should come before heavy loading• The difference between flexibility, mobility and stability• Why Tom stopped foam rolling completely• How hard-style planks teach proper bracing• Why pain may be caused by restrictions elsewhere in the body• How to intelligently work around recurring pain triggers• Why lunges can be more back-friendly than squats• The importance of balance, hip stability and muscle activation• How five minutes of morning mobility can change how you move• What to focus on now if you want to move well in your 70s and beyond• Tom’s simple rule: lengthen first, then strengthen This conversation is packed with practical ideas to help you build stronger joints, move with more control and continue doing the things you enjoy for life. Start the free 7-Day Move Better Challenge and join the community:https://www.movebetter.club Follow Mark Broadbent / Move Better Website: https://www.movebetter.clubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/movebetter.clubYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoveBetterPodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoveBetter.Club/ Find Tom Morrison Website: https://tommorrison.ukSimplistic Mobility Method: https://tommorrison.uk/products/the-simplistic-mobility-methodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tom.morrison.trainingYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomMorrison #TomMorrison #MobilityTraining #JointHealth #FunctionalFitness #MoveBetterPodcast

    #18 - Why Stretching Isn’t Enough | Tom Morrison on Mobility, Pain & Stronger Joints

  6. Jul 28

    #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

  7. 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

  8. 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
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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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