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

#9 - Are WiFi, 5G & Phones Affecting Your Health? | Michaela Wilson

Are EMFs, WiFi, 5G and smartphones quietly affecting your health, recovery and performance? In Episode 9 of The Move Better Podcast, Mark Broadbent sits down with Michaela Wilson from Aries Tech to unpack one of the most controversial health topics of modern life: electromagnetic fields (EMFs). From phones and WiFi routers to Bluetooth headphones, smart devices and 5G networks, we explore what EMFs are, where they come from, and why more athletes, biohackers and health-conscious families are starting to pay attention. Michaela shares her personal journey into EMF research, how concerns around pregnancy and health led her down the rabbit hole, and why she believes our modern electromagnetic environment deserves far more discussion. Inside this episode: * What EMFs actually are — and the difference between natural vs man-made EMFs * The potential impact of phones, WiFi, Bluetooth & 5G on the body * Why athletes, peak performers and health experts are talking about EMF exposure * EMFs, stress response, recovery, sleep, fertility & performance * Simple ways to reduce your exposure without living off-grid * Why “blocking” EMFs may not be the full answer * EMF habits for families, children and everyday technology users * The role of Aries Tech and emerging conversations around EMF mitigation If you’ve ever wondered whether modern technology could be influencing how you feel, sleep, recover or perform, this conversation will give you plenty to think about. The Move Better Podcast — helping you move better, feel better and think differently about health, fitness and modern living. About The Host Mark Broadbent is the host of The Move Better Podcast and founder of MoveBetter.Club. Passionate about movement, health optimisation, functional training and modern wellness, Mark explores practical strategies to help people move better, feel better and perform at their best in today’s increasingly unnatural environment. Website: www.MoveBetter.Club [http://www.MoveBetter.Club] Email: Mark@MoveBetter.Club [Mark@MoveBetter.Club] About the Guest Michaela Wilson is a mama, entrepreneur, and Head of Community & Collaborations at Aires, where she’s helping define the category of environmental wellness. She has over a decade of experience in organic marketing, building brands through storytelling, partnerships, and community. Her work today is rooted in a personal journey — a deep dive into health and a curiosity around how our modern environments are actually affecting the body. EMF wasn’t something she ever planned to speak on, but once she understood the problem, it became impossible to ignore. She found Aires in 2021 as a customer while searching for something backed by real research and a different approach. That experience led to the work she does today — building partnerships and helping shift the conversation around how we live with technology. Connect with Michaela Wilson Instagram: @MichaelaZWilson Email: Michaela@AriesTech.com [Michaela@AriesTech.com] Learn More About Aries Tech Website: www.AriesTech.com [http://www.AriesTech.com/markbroadbent] Use code MOVEBETTER for 25% off! Instagram: @AriesTech [https://www.instagram.com/airestech/] YouTube: Aries Tech [https://www.youtube.com/@aires_tech] (Brain Scan Demonstrations & Research Content) #TheMoveBetterPodcast #EMF #5G #Biohacking #HealthOptimization #HumanPerformance #WiFi #Wellness #FunctionalHealth

#8 - Training for Performance, Movement & Longevity | Rob Solly

In Episode 8 of The Move Better Podcast, Mark Broadbent sits down with performance coach Rob Solly for a deep dive into functional training, movement, strength, longevity, and why so much of modern fitness misses the point. Is bodybuilding helping people… or creating movement problems? Do heavy squats and deadlifts actually transfer to real-world performance? And what separates effective coaching from cookie-cutter gym programs? Rob shares insights from years of coaching musicians, performers, athletes and high performers — including what it takes to build strength, resilience, movement quality, and long-term health. This conversation covers everything from functional fitness vs bodybuilding, celebrity training, barefoot shoes, martial arts, mobility, recovery, and the future of personal training. • Functional strength vs bodybuilding • Real-world movement & athletic performance • Celebrity and performance coaching insights • Why most training programs aren’t actually personal • Mobility, balance & reactive movement • Barefoot training & natural movement • Martial arts, movement awareness & longevity • Strength training myths & fitness industry trends • Coaching, recovery & sustainable health Whether you want to move better, get stronger, stay pain-free, or train smarter, this episode is packed with practical insights and thought-provoking discussion. The Move Better Podcast Host: Mark Broadbent Website: www.MoveBetter.Club [http://www.MoveBetter.Club] Email: Mark@MoveBetter.Club Instagram: @rob_solly [https://www.instagram.com/rob_solly] #FunctionalFitness #StrengthTraining #Longevity #MovementTraining #Mobility #FitnessPodcast #FunctionalStrength #HealthAndFitness #MoveBetterPodcast #RobSolly

#7 – You’re Sitting Too Much (And It’s Ruining Your Body)

Mark Broadbent sits down with Wendy Welpton to break down why going to the gym isn’t enough to fix your body. They dive into how your daily movement habits—not your workouts—are the real driver of stiffness, pain, and long-term function. If you sit most of the day, this episode will change how you think about movement forever. KEY TAKEAWAYS: * One hour in the gym can’t undo 23 hours of inactivity * Your body adapts to how you move most—not how you train occasionally * Movement throughout the day matters more than intensity * “Movement snacks” and habit stacking are game changers * Ground-based movement is one of the most missing elements * Stiffness and pain often come from lack of variety, not lack of effort * Modern comfort (chairs, shoes, screens) is driving dysfunction * Every movement counts—small changes compound over time BEST MOMENTS: * “One hour in the gym isn’t going to compensate for 23 hours not moving.” * “Every movement counts.” * “We are supposed to move, not stay in any position for a long period of time.” * “Your body is constantly adapting to what you do most.” * “If your baseline function isn’t good, you’re asking for trouble.” LINKS: Website: www.movebetter.club⁠ [https://www.movebetter.club] Email: Mark@MoveBetter.Club Wendy Welpton: Instagram: @reclaim.movement [https://www.instagram.com/reclaim.movement/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Website: Reclaim Movement [https://www.reclaimmovement.co.uk?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Book: Move Well For Life [https://amzn.to/3PNU3sS] ABOUT THE HOSTS: Mark Broadbent is a health and movement coach with 20+ years in the fitness industry. Host of Move Better, he challenges mainstream fitness, helping people train smarter, move better, and live and eat healthier for long-term strength and longevity.

#6 - The Truth About Landmine Training & Rotational Strength | Alex Kanellis

In Episode 6 of The Move Better Podcast, Mark Broadbent sits down with Alex Kanellis from Landmine University to explore rotational strength training, landmine exercises, spinal movement, and athletic performance. They dive into: * Why most gym training ignores rotational movement * The problem with over-bracing and “neutral spine” obsession * How landmine training improves power, movement, and athleticism * Functional training vs traditional strength training * Olympic lifting, coiling, gait mechanics, and locomotion * Why movement quality and strength BOTH matter This episode is packed with insight for coaches, athletes, and anyone interested in moving better, feeling better, and building real-world strength. #TheMoveBetterPodcast #LandmineTraining #FunctionalTraining #RotationalStrength #MovementTraining #AthleticPerformance #StrengthAndConditioning LINKS * Website: www.MoveBetter.Club [http://www.MoveBetter.Club] * Email: Mark@MoveBetter.Club GUEST LINKS Alex Kanellis * Instagram: @landmineuniversity [https://www.instagram.com/landmineuniversity/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] * Website: Landmine University [https://www.landmineuniversity.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com]

#5 - Breathwork Is Not Enough (Fix Your Breathing Habits)

Mark Broadbent sits down with breathing specialist Jane Tarrant to break down why breathwork alone isn’t enough—and what most people are getting completely wrong. This episode challenges mainstream advice and dives into how your daily breathing habits could be driving stress, poor sleep, and low performance. KEY TAKEAWAYS: * Breathwork ≠ breathing habits (and that’s the real problem) * Most people over-breathe without realising it * “Deep breathing” is commonly misunderstood—and often wrong * Your diaphragm (D-spot) is the key to efficient breathing * Tongue posture directly impacts airway and breathing quality * Anxiety and panic can stem from poor breathing patterns * Small daily corrections beat 15-minute breathwork sessions * Nasal breathing is critical for health, recovery, and performance BEST MOMENTS: * “Breathwork isn’t enough—we need to look at what’s undermining us daily.” * “Most of us are breathing too much, too loud, and inefficiently.” * “You don’t need more air—you need better breathing.” * “That’s 20,000 breaths a day using the wrong muscles.” * “Your perception of breath is wrong—not just the mechanics.” * “Small changes throughout the day beat 15 minutes of practice.” LINKS: Website: www.movebetter.club [https://www.movebetter.club] https://www.instagram.com/themovebetterpodcast https://www.instagram.com/movebetter.club Email: Mark@MoveBetter.Club www.linkbreathing.co.uk [http://www.linkbreathing.co.uk/] www.linkbreathing.co.uk/tedx [http://www.linkbreathing.co.uk/tedx] www.linkbreathing.co.uk/book [http://www.linkbreathing.co.uk/book] www.linkbreathing.co.uk/n-spot [http://www.linkbreathing.co.uk/n-spot] https://www.instagram.com/linkbreathing/ [https://www.instagram.com/linkbreathing/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetarrant/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetarrant/] https://www.youtube.com/@janetarrant [https://www.youtube.com/@janetarrant] ABOUT THE GUEST: Jane Tarrant, Founder of LiNK BREATHING is a leading breathing habits optimiser & educator. She is bringing crucial breathing habits education to the world, in a simple, accessible and fun way. Jane highlights breathing subtleties & aspects of body awareness that have been overlooked, not only in longevity, but professional sports & healthcare as well. Showing us what is beyond breathwork, Jane shines a light on the impact of deteriorated breathing habits on overall health, performance and recovery. Jane is well respected in the world of optimisation as a TEDx speaker, Author of ‘Rose Loses Her Nose’, and for her role at Paris 2024 Olympics to educate Olympians. ABOUT THE HOST: Mark Broadbent is a health and movement coach with 20+ years in the fitness industry. Host of Move Better, he challenges mainstream fitness, helping people train smarter, move better, and live and eat healthier for long-term strength and longevity.