Move Well, Live Well, Perform Well

Shoulder pain is common, but knowing what is causing it and how best to treat it can be surprisingly complicated. From rotator cuff tears and frozen shoulder to the question of whether surgery is actually necessary, the right approach is not always as straightforward as it seems.

In this episode, we sit down with Mr Henry Colaço, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in shoulder, elbow and upper limb surgery. He practises at The London Clinic and other leading London hospitals and is Clinical Lead for Upper Limb Surgery at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Having treated professional a...

Neck pain can be difficult to understand and even harder to manage. From persistent stiffness and headaches to disc bulges on MRI and concerns about nerve damage, it can be difficult to know what is serious, what is treatable, and when more invasive treatment is necessary.

In this episode, we sit down with Mr Alex Montgomery, Consultant Orthopaedic Spinal Surgeon at Cleveland Clinic London’s Neurosciences Institute and London Sports Orthopaedics, to explore the complexities of neck pain and the evidence behind modern treatment. With extensive experience treating elite athletes and leading spinal surgery services, Alex brings a...

What actually happens during a typical GP consultation? Behind a ten-minute appointment is often a complex process of recognising patterns, managing uncertainty, deciding what needs investigating and understanding how different treatments may interact.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr Jagrati Acharya, an experienced GP who has spent 26 years working across both NHS and private general practice. Jagrati studied at Imperial College London before qualifying in medicine from St George’s Hospital Medical School in 1998, and today combines NHS practice with her private work at Biome Medical, the boutique private GP and lifestyle medicine cl...

Menopause is often discussed in terms of symptoms such as hot flushes, poor sleep, brain fog and changes in mood. But the menopause transition is about much more than symptom management. It can be a pivotal period for protecting a woman’s long-term health.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr Jeanette Sundberg, a medical doctor with a specialist interest in women’s health, to explore perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause, and how we can better support women through each stage.

Jeanette’s route into medicine is anything but conventional. After studying at Brown...

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Heat and light therapies have moved well beyond the traditional spa environment, becoming increasingly popular in conversations around recovery, performance, longevity and healthspan. But how much of the hype is actually supported by science?

In this episode, we sit down with Joie Risk, Managing Director for Sunlighten across the UK, Ireland and Europe, to explore where infrared sauna and red and near-infrared light therapy genuinely fit within modern recovery and health optimisation.

Joie shares her...

Bone stress injuries are becoming an increasingly important issue in young and high-performance athletes. From sudden increases in training load to rapid growth, poor recovery and low energy availability, a combination of factors can leave developing athletes vulnerable to injury.

In this episode, we sit down with Vishal Kanji, Specialist Physiotherapist at Mayfair Health, with extensive experience across the NHS and elite sport, including work with Arsenal FC, Middlesex County Cricket Club, Essex County Cricket Club and Brentford FC.

Vish specialises in spinal rehabilitation, lumbar spine stress fractures, movement control and return to...

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, yet many cases are preventable through earlier intervention and healthier lifestyle choices.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr Asif Qasim, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Cleveland Clinic London, Founder and CEO of MedShr, and expert in cardiovascular prevention, to explore what modern heart health really looks like.

Drawing on his experience in clinical cardiology, research, and digital healthcare innovation, Dr Qasim explains why prevention should be the foundation of cardiovascular medicine, and why exercise, metabolic health, and lifestyle often have a greater impact than many...

Tendon pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal conditions affecting both active individuals and the general population, yet it remains widely misunderstood.

In this episode, we sit down with Professor Peter Malliaras, internationally recognised physiotherapist, researcher, and one of the world's leading experts in tendinopathy, to explore what we now understand about tendon pain, rehabilitation, and recovery.

Drawing on decades of research, Professor Malliaras explains how our understanding of tendinopathy has evolved beyond simply viewing it as tendon damage, towards a broader understanding of tendon capacity, adaptation, and function.

A key focus...

Modern life is placing unprecedented demands on the human brain.

From constant notifications and digital stimulation to chronic stress, poor sleep, and highly rewarding foods, many of the environments we live in today are fundamentally different from those our brains evolved to handle.

In this episode, we sit down with Sophie Hascher, neuroscientist, neuro-wellness strategist, and founder of BrainFlowElite, to explore how modern lifestyles are reshaping cognition, behaviour, emotional regulation, and long-term brain health.

With a multidisciplinary background spanning neuroscience, psychology, neurofeedback, behavioural science, and longevity, Sophie shares insights into how our reward...

Metabolic health is becoming one of the most important conversations in modern medicine, yet many people still underestimate how deeply it influences energy, performance, resilience, and long-term health.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr Steve James, Consultant in Metabolic Health and Performance Medicine, to explore how physiology, behaviour, breathing, and environment shape health outcomes in the modern world.

With a background spanning critical care, cardiac anaesthesia, and performance medicine, Dr James brings a unique perspective on human physiology under both extreme stress and high-performance conditions. His work now focuses on helping people optimise...

Tendon pain is one of the most common issues seen in both sport and everyday life, yet tendinopathy remains widely misunderstood.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr Lorenzo Masci, Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine, to explore how tendon injuries develop, why some cases become chronic, and what actually drives successful recovery.

With extensive experience managing complex tendon conditions in both elite athletes and the general population, Dr Masci shares a practical and evidence-based perspective on conditions such as Achilles tendinopathy, patellar tendinopathy, and proximal hamstring injuries.

We break down what...

HRV has become one of the most talked-about metrics in health and performance, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr Marco Altini, data scientist, endurance coach, and founder of HRV4Training, to explore what heart rate variability actually reflects in the body, and how it should (and shouldn’t) be used.

With a background spanning data science, physiology, and wearable technology, Marco brings a unique perspective on how physiological data can inform stress, recovery, and long-term adaptation. His work has influenced elite athletes, coaches, and incr...

Foot health is often overlooked, yet it underpins how we move, perform, and stay pain-free.

In this episode, we sit down with Justin Coulter, specialist podiatrist and founder of First Podiatry, to explore how the feet influence the entire body, from the ankles and knees through to the hips and spine.

Drawing on his experience across private practice and complex orthopaedic cases, Justin shares a clear and practical perspective on how many common musculoskeletal issues can stem from poor foot mechanics and inefficient movement patterns.

We break down the fundamentals of foot function...

Longevity isn’t just about living longer, it’s about staying strong, capable and resilient for as long as possible.

In this episode, we sit down with Matt Roberts, one of the UK’s most recognised personal trainers and founder of Matt Roberts Personal Training, to explore what truly drives long-term health, performance and physical resilience.

With over two decades of experience working with royalty, CEOs and high-performing individuals, Matt shares the principles that actually move the needle when it comes to training for healthspan, not just aesthetics.

We discus...

Children’s bones, joints and muscles behave very differently from adults, yet many injuries and pains are still misunderstood or dismissed as “just growing pains.”

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Claudia Maizen, Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon working at Barts Health and OS Clinic in London, to explore the unique challenges of diagnosing and managing musculoskeletal problems in children and growing athletes.

We discuss why children cannot simply be treated like smaller versions of adults, how to recognise early warning signs of serious conditions, and what parents, coaches and clinicians should know about su...

Knee injuries create more fear and confusion than almost any other joint.

In this episode, we’re joined by Mr Kash Akhtar, Consultant Orthopaedic Knee Surgeon at Cleveland Clinic London, to break down what actually matters when it comes to ACL tears, meniscus injuries, rehab, surgery decisions and the biggest myths surrounding knee health.

We unpack why knees are so anxiety-provoking, what truly keeps them healthy long-term, and how to think clearly when faced with an MRI report that sounds worse than it feels.

We dive into:

• What the ACL...

What actually separates elite cyclists from everyone else?

In this episode, we’re joined by Stefan van der Fluit — professional cyclist and founder of FLOWBIO, to break down what high-level endurance performance really looks like behind the scenes. From managing huge training volumes and FTP expectations, to balancing recovery while building a startup, Stefan shares a rare, honest look into life as a pro cyclist operating at the sharp end of performance sport.

We dive into how elite athletes structure their training across the season, the workouts that matter most, and why...

Why do stress fractures keep happening, even in elite athletes?
And what actually separates a great rehab process from one that fails?

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Jon Houghton, Sports Medicine Consultant at the Fortius Clinic and Chief Medical Officer for the Football Association of Wales and Surrey Cricket Club, for an exclusive deep dive into bone stress injuries, rehab and recovery across elite sport and everyday athletes.

With experience spanning elite football, international cricket, endurance sport and military performance, Jon shares rare insight into why bones fail, how stress fractures de...

In this episode, Simon is joined by Nicola Marsh, registered dietitian and Head of Nutrition at Matt Roberts, to unpack the critical and often overlooked role nutrition plays in injury recovery, bone health and metabolic health.

Nicola works at the intersection of elite performance and long-term wellbeing, supporting athletes and high-performing individuals through injury, rehabilitation and sustainable health optimisation. In this conversation, she cuts through common nutrition myths and explains how fuelling, protein intake, hydration and supplements can either accelerate recovery, or quietly hold it back.

Together, they explore why injured people often...

In this episode of the Move Well Live Well Perform Well Podcast, Simon sits down with Dr Nick Birch, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and one of the UK’s leading experts in spinal health, osteoporosis and early bone weakness.

Dr Birch works at the intersection of bone biology, biomechanics, loading and lifestyle, treating both elite athletes and everyday patients. He explains why bone health often declines silently, why even highly trained athletes can develop stress fractures or weak bones, and how early detection can completely change outcomes.

The conversation explores ho...

In this episode, Simon sits down with Pete Williams, leading functional medicine practitioner, clinical educator, and founder of Functional Medicine Associates in London, to unpack what functional medicine really is and why so many people turn to it when conventional healthcare falls short.

With over 20 years of experience, Pete explains functional medicine in plain English, breaking down how a systems-based approach looks beyond isolated symptoms to understand the root causes of long-standing health issues. Together, they explore how gut health, hormones, immune function, metabolic health, stress physiology and lifestyle factors interact...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr James Kustow, one of the UK's leading experts in adult ADHD and complex neuropsychiatry, to explore the fascinating connections between ADHD, hypermobility, anxiety and nervous system regulation.

Dr Kustow, a Consultant Psychiatrist and former Medical Director of ADHD UK, shares his whole-system approach to understanding how brain regulation, autonomic stability, joint mechanics and sensory processing influence mental health. We discuss why ADHD diagnoses have surged in recent years, the striking link between hypermobility and neurodivergence, and how an unstable mechanical system can rev up the central nervous system.

In this episode, Simon sits down with world-renowned elite sports sleep coach Nick Littlehales. Nick is a world-leading elite sports sleep coach who pioneered the “fourth pillar” of performance. His methods have supported some of the biggest success stories in sport - from from Manchester City’s Premier League rise to Team Sky’s Tour de France victories.

Simon and Nick unpack what good-quality sleep really means and whether quality matters more than quantity. They dive into the science of deep sleep, how the body repairs and recovers, and why what you do during the day matters for good...

In this episode, Simon sits down with Dr. Ash Kapoor - a longevity and human optimisation physician with over 30 years’ experience helping people feel healthier and live better from the inside out. Dr. Ash focuses on balancing hormones, fixing gut health, and boosting longevity through an integrative approach

Expect to learn:
- What inflammation really is and how it affects your overall health
- How cortisol affects our stress and energy
- The surprising benefits of fasting for longevity and resilience
- The critical role of mitochondria for energy and longevity
- Th...

In this episode Simon sits down with Dr. Warren Bradley, founder and Chief Science Officer at Hytro, to explore the cutting-edge technology of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR).

Dr. Bradley shares how his background as a sports scientist working in elite performance led him to discover the potential of BFR - and how that journey inspired the creation of Hytro, a company making this powerful technology safe, accessible, and easy to use.

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In this episode, Simon sits down with pain specialist Dean Halfpenny to unpack one of the most complex human experiences - pain. Together, they explore what pain really is, how it’s felt in the body, and why it varies so widely between individuals. Dean shares his expertise on the science behind pain, the emotional and psychological factors that influence it, and the future of pain treatment and management.

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In this episode, Simon sits down with Dr Nicky Keay, in this episode, a medical doctor and leading expert in endocrinology and hormone health. Nicky’s mission is to provide a more personalised approach to hormone health helping individuals optimise their performance and wellbeing at every stage of life. 

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In this episode, Simon sits down with Tiina Hoffman, an Exercise Physiologist and Master Trainer at First Beat. With a background in competitive cross-country skiing, she developed an interest in training, recovery, and heart rate variability. Tiina now uses her expertise to help people understand their wellness data and optimise their health.

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In this episode of the podcast, Simon sits down with Dr Mark Gillet, Chief Medical Officer of the Premier League and consultant in sports and exercise medicine at the Cleveland Clinic. 

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Whether you're a player, coach, or fan, this episode off...

In this episode of the podcast Simon speaks with Dr Wendy Denning, a GP with over 25 years experience in integrative medicine, to uncover the truth about GLP-1 receptor agonists (weight-loss drugs).

This conversation covers all the medical research and advice about weight loss drugs.

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In this episode Simon sits down with Alex Montgomery, a renowned spinal surgeon with extensive experience in both private and NHS sectors. He is a leading voice in spinal health working with elite athletes among hundreds of other patients.

This conversation explores the wide-spread impact of back pain in the UK. Discover the myths, facts and latest innovations in managing back pain effectively.

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In this episode of the podcast Simon sits down with Sam Rajaratnam, a leading expert in degenerative knees from the Cleveland Clinic, to explore the latest breakthroughs in knee replacement surgery.

This conversation dives into the rapid growth of total knee replacements and what’s driving innovation in the field. Sam breaks down what makes a good diagnosis, the role of x-rays and MRIs and how treatment plans are tailored to each patient’s needs. 

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