The MSK Runner Podcast
Harry Bell is a full-time musculoskeletal (MSK) specialist instructor who also trains for marathons. In this podcast he discusses MSK topics, running, nutrition, and fitness. He aims to help listeners become fitter and healthier in sustainable ways. He also invites questions via Instagram at @hazzagoesrunning and answers them on the show.
Episodes
#21 Girls, don't be afraid to LIFT!
Send us Fan MailI explain why women shouldn't be afraid to lift weights and do resistance training, and that the fear of 'bulking up too much' is a myth. If anyone from the FA is listening, I also called for the dismissal of Thomas Tuchel as England head coach. Also featuring a few other bits...Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening.If you wo
#14 Arsenal Champions!! Quick bonus episode
Send us Fan MailI still can't believe it and it still hasn't sunk in!! The next 'proper' episode will be out on Bank Holiday Monday, get your questions in on the comments below.Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening. If you would like to SPONSOR the podcast or an individual episode and promote your business then please DM me on Instagam @mskr
#24 The Do's and Don't's of HIKING
Send us Fan MailI really enjoy hiking and the great outdoors in general so I thought I'd share my tips on what to do and what not to do, based on my previous experiences and mistakes I've made!Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening.If you would like to SPONSOR the podcast or an individual episode and promote your business then please DM me on
#20 Walk for 30 minutes and get rewarded!
Send us Fan MailOn this episode I highlighted the positives of the NHS plans to reward people for going on daily 30 minute walks. I also spoke about the World Cup, tennis. Les Mills classes and the cancellation of Ironman Nice due to the heatwave.Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening.If you would like to SPONSOR the podcast or an individual
#22 Goole Riverbank Challenge & York 10k
Send us Fan MailIn this episode I chat about a couple of recent 10k events I took part in: Goole Riverbank Challenge and York 10k. I also discussed some future races I've entered and some exciting (and stressful!) personal news!Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening.If you would like to SPONSOR the podcast or an individual episode and promote
#4 My Running Journey so far | From 10k's to Ultra Marathons
Send us Fan MailIn this episode I talk about my running journey from my first 10k in 2016 to the present day, four marathons and two ultras later! I discuss how Covid triggered my passion for running, how it gave me a purpose and what I've learned from this, including trying not to put too much pressure on myself and to enjoy it.I have to say I'm not overly comfortable talking about myself and it
#12 Kane Halo's Farm | Marathon Vs. HYROX training
Send us Fan MailA short and sweet one today as I had clothes to sell on Vinted and the West Ham v Arsenal match to watch! In this one I talk about which is harder to train for out of a marathon and a Hyrox, goal setting for motivation and why pints of Guinness' in English pubs are hit and miss.Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening. If you wo
#15 I'm training for a Backyard Ultra!
Send us Fan MailI survived the Lisbon stag do and now I'm in full flow with my training for a backyard ultra! Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening. If you would like to SPONSOR the podcast or an individual episode and promote your business then please DM me on Instagam @mskrunner.hazIf you have a question or a topic you would like me to cov
#9 Benefits of AQUATIC-based exercise
Send us Fan MailIn this episode I talk about the benefits of aquatic-based exercise and the difference between performing like-for-like exercises in the water and on land. I also chat about Good Boost and my Musculoskeletal (MSK) programme, but not before Tugger (my dog) gatecrashed the pod!Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening. If you would
#18 Just me waffling on
Send us Fan MailApologies for the lack of quality here, I was bunged up with hay fever! Just a quick one about the official announcement the 2027 London Marathon will run across two days! I also talk about Cape Town becoming a World Marathon Major, which I've also entered the ballot for. I also chatted about Berlin Half, Prague Half and the Summer Spine 268-mile ultra marathon that took place earl
#7 JULIA KULPA | Ultra Dosser!
Send us Fan MailI was excited for this one! I'm joined by Julia Kulpa, a very good friend of mine and a big fan of the pod! Julia spoke about her initial introduction to fitness, from playing handball to lifting weights, before transitioning into running and completing ultra marathons. We discussed her training and the challenges involved, as well as the 'feel good' factor of the ultra running com
#10 BONUS Q&A EPISODE | Will Arsenal bottle the league?
Send us Fan MailWe're into double figures for episodes so I've decided to do a Q&A and answer YOUR questions. Thanks to Whitey, Nick, Julia and Ryan for sending them in and I hope you're satisfied with my answers!(Don't just book it...)Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening. If you would like to SPONSOR the podcast or an individual episod
#2 You CAN lose weight and body fat WITHOUT injections!
Send us Fan MailIn episode #2 I explain why I think the cons of weight loss injections massively outweigh the pros, and why I think there needs to be much more research and regulations. I also answer more of your questions about running.A couple of things. I kept saying "fat loss" injections rather than "weight loss" injections. I guess that's just how my brain's wired! At the end of the day, when
#19 Heatwave 1-0 Harry
Send us Fan MailI was going to run a backyard ultra marathon this weekend... then I didn't! I also revealed my fate for my ballot entry to the Cape Town Marathon, before I chatted about my thoughts on the World Cup so far.Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening.If you would like to SPONSOR the podcast or an individual episode and promote your
#16 Bore off Bartlett!
Send us Fan MailIn this episode I talk about *that* claim that three glasses of wine 'ruined' Steven Bartlett's life and why Slimming World is a business plan, not a diet plan. Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening.If you would like to SPONSOR the podcast or an individual episode and promote your business then please DM me on Instagam @mskru
#8 RYAN HILL | Choccy Milk and Gegenpress
Send us Fan MailI'm joined by ANOTHER guest! This time Ryan Hill was on the pod to discuss his strength training, programmes, nutrition and supplements. We also got chatting about being tactical geniuses at Football Manager! Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening. If you would like to SPONSOR the podcast or an individual episode and promote y
#1 Pilot | Prevention is better than cure! How to improve the NHS and OUR health
Send us Fan MailIn this episode I put forward my suggestions on how to improve the NHS and also our overall health and fitness. I also answered some of your questions about running so thanks for sending them in!I was massively outside my comfort zone talking to myself in-front of a camera so hopefully I came across half decent! Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think woul
#5 ROME MARATHON debrief!! + Why Costa's menu screens annoy me!
Send us Fan MailIn this episode I review the Rome Marathon which I completed last weekend. I absolutely enjoyed every minute of the marathon itself and carb-loading heaven! I also answer a couple of your questions and I decided to go off topic about drivers and Costa... Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening. If you would like to SPONSOR the
#6 TOP DOSSER | Happy Easter!
Send us Fan MailI talk a little bit about what I actually do for a living! A brief overview of the MSK programme and Good Boost, which helps people with musculoskeletal conditions return to work (and prevent them from going off sick) and improve their overall quality of life. I also rambled on a bit about bouldering, Skyscraper Live, Easter eggs and football!Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this p
#17 JULIA KULPA 2.0 | Oooo Hyrox!!
Send us Fan MailBack by popular demand, I'm joined once again by Julia Kulpa. This time we chatted about her Hyrox shenanigans, the challenges of both training blocks and race day, for both singles and doubles. Despite the fact we work in the same office together, I was really fascinated and learned a lot from what Julia had to say and I hope you enjoy listening as much as I did!Please LIKE, SUBSC
#23 Most Common Fitness FAQs
Send us Fan MailI Googled “Most Common Fitness FAQs” and did my best to answer them! I also touched on Team GB’s success in the European Athletics Championships.Here is the link to Julia’s interview on BBC Radio York about endometriosis. Listen to it from 39 minutes onwards! https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002zt53?partner=uk.co.bbc&origin=share-mobilePlease LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this po
#25 Using nutrition to combat jet lag
Send us Fan MailIt's one month until Chicago so I talk about nutritional strategies to combat jet lag and help prevent it from having a negative impact on performance.I also throw a load of stuff in the bin. Paying for priority boarding. Really??Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast to anyone you think would benefit from listening.If you would like to SPONSOR the podcast or an individual e
#13 Is 'Healthy' Food Actually Healthy??
Send us Fan Mail#13 Unlucky for some! In this episode I highlighted how the assumption that certain foods are healthy are not necessarily healthy in reality. I spoke about how the Ivy app (not a paid promo) removes a lot of the guesswork and tells you in Layman's terms which foods are unhealthy and why. Are different packets of cooked chicken breast from the same supermarket as healthy as each oth
#11 HYROX DNF | What went wrong?
Send us Fan MailIn episode 11 I talk about my attempt at HYROX Cardiff singles that resulted in a big fat DNF! I go through the circumstances leading up to HYROX and how my body simply gave up before my head because I wasn't fit enough. Gutted with the outcome but I know it was the right thing to do.I also chat about last weekend's history-making London Marathon, and how Reuben can prevent his shi
#3 My first guest!! Pawel Celinski | Ultra Triple Ironman CHAMPION!
Send us Fan MailIn this episode I’m joined by Pawel Celinski, who shares his story about competing in Ironmans and triathlons. Pawel gave great insight into how he simulates race conditions into his training and how he achieves the right balance between his training and quality time with his family. Pawel’s ambition is to become a WORLD CHAMPION and, after listening to his story and witnessing his
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