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The Movement Prescription

British Society of Lifestyle Medicine
Physical Activity
Lifestyle Medicine
Healthcare
Obesity
NHS
Green Space
Weight Management
Nutrition
Resistance Training
Public Health
Diabetes
Mental Health
Chronic Pain
Move Against Cancer
Multiple Sclerosis
Cardiometabolic Health
Perioperative Care
Physical Activity Promotion
Cultural Awareness In Healthcare
Family Dynamics In Patient Engagement

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: ... more

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In this special episode of The Movement Prescription Podcast, co-host and GP Callum shares the key lessons from his recent Churchill Fellowship, a global journey across New Zealand, Australia, the Netherlands, and Finland to explore how different hea... more

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What if we stopped viewing surgery as something that passively happens to patients, and instead treated it as an event they can actively train for? In this episode, Dr. Hussain Al-Zubaidi sits down with Professor Scarlett McNally, an orthopedic surge... more

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What’s the absolute minimum amount of exercise you need to protect your heart and metabolism? In this episode of The Movement Prescription, host Suzy sits down with the delightfully no-nonsense Professor Jason Gill from the University of Glasgow to t... more

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In this episode, we sit down with GP Dr James Carvell to explore what it really means to live and move with multiple sclerosis. Drawing on both clinical insight and personal experience, James shares how physical activity can support not just physical... more

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In this inspiring episode of The Movement Prescription, join Callum as he explores the power of movement in cancer with guests Cat Fraser-Harris and Lucy Gossage. Cat shares her personal journey with sarcoma and how documenting her physical activity ... more

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Join Suzy as she chats with the incredible co-founders of the Active Pregnancy Foundation, Marlize de Vivo and Sally Kettle. Frustrated by the lack of support and advice for women on physical activity during pregnancy and the postnatal period, Marliz... more

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Get ready to rethink your chair time! In this episode of Movement Prescription, Dr. Richard Mayne dives into the hidden dangers of prolonged sitting—and why your body is crying out for motion. From the science linking sedentary behavior to heart dise... more

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Join us as we sit down with Lee Vaughan, a movement coach with lived experience of chronic pain, and Professor Blair Smith, a leading expert in pain medicine—and someone who understands firsthand the challenges of living with persistent pain. Togethe... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Boyd
British GP with a passion for physical activity, based in New Zealand
New Zealand clinical practice, Wanaka
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Tracy Johnson
CEO with Inala Primary Care, founder of Cooee Health
Inala Primary Care (Australia)
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Jason Tujo
GP in New Zealand, NZRNZGP board member
Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners
Episode: Moving the Needle: A Global Perspective on Physical Activity Promotion
Eero Kentä
Leader of physical activity and lifestyle promotion in Helsinki
HealthSync, Helsinki municipality
Episode: Moving the Needle: A Global Perspective on Physical Activity Promotion
Scarlett McNally
Orthopedic surgeon, advocate for prehabilitation and movement in surgery
Royal College of Surgeons / Centre for Perioperative Care
Episode: Reframing the Perioperative Period: Movement as Standard Surgical Care
Jason Gill
Professor of Cardiometabolic Health, University of Glasgow
University of Glasgow
Episode: How Little Can You Get Away With? Real-World Fitness and Cardiometabolic Health with Prof. Jason Gill
James Carvell
GP and lifestyle medic; MS advocate; founder of Monkey Socks; host of Never Matched
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Episode: Moving With MS
Cat Fraser-Harris
Practicing physio; documented journey moving through sarcoma
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Episode: Moving Through Cancer with Lucy Gossage and Cat Fraser-Harris
Lucy Gossage
Consultant oncologist; founder/driver of Move Against Cancer and 5K Your Way initiatives
Move Against Cancer charity
Episode: Moving Through Cancer with Lucy Gossage and Cat Fraser-Harris

Hosts

Dr. Callum Leese
Co-host with experience as a General Practitioner fostering health education and community wellness through practical approaches to physical activity.
Dr. Suzy Scarlett
Co-host and medical professional dedicated to integrating physical activity into healthcare practices for broader health improvements.
Dr. Hussain Al-Zubaidi
Host and health advocate emphasizing the role of movement in healthcare and the importance of lifestyle changes.

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Moving the Needle: A Global Perspective on Physical Activity Promotion
Q: What pathways or programs exist to support clinicians in promoting physical activity?
Programs like social prescribing, Green Prescription-type initiatives (where funded), and cross-sector tools (e.g., mini-intervention models) help clinicians connect patients to activity opportunities, though funding and implementation vary by country.
Moving the Needle: A Global Perspective on Physical Activity Promotion
Q: Is it commonplace for clinicians in primary care to discuss physical activity with patients?
Yes, though approaches differ by system; in some places it is more routine, with social prescribing and training to embed activity discussions within primary care, while in others it remains inconsistent due to time and funding constraints.
Reframing the Perioperative Period: Movement as Standard Surgical Care
Q: Is there a minimum dose of activity that makes a difference before surgery?
Any movement helps; even small increases from near-sedentary levels yield meaningful risk reductions, with the biggest gains seen when moving from almost nothing to at least 30 minutes per week.
Moving With MS
Q: What one message would you give to a health professional when talking to someone newly diagnosed with MS?
The aim is to keep patients as they are currently, with thoughtful adaptations, and to emphasize that physical activity can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
Moving With MS
Q: Tell us a little about you and how your personal journey intersects with your professional work.
James discusses growing up active, transitioning from anaesthetics to general practice, and how his MS diagnosis reinforced the value of staying active for physical and mental well-being.

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What is The Movement Prescription about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on the integration of physical activity into healthcare, emphasizing its transformative power in managing health and preventing disease. Episodes highlight the importance of lifestyle medicine in addressing health inequalities, featuring expert interviews and real-world applications. With a diverse range of guests, the discussions often include personal experiences, innovative approaches to movement, and practical strategies for healthcare professionals. The intent is to inspire and empower listeners—particularly healthcare providers—to adopt a holistic approach that values physical activity as a cornerstone of overall health and wellness. This podcast aims to challenge existing misconceptions while promoting a community... more

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1. Andrew Boyd
2. Tracy Johnson
3. Jason Tujo
4. Eero Kentä
5. Scarlett McNally
6. Jason Gill
7. James Carvell
8. Cat Fraser-Harris

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