The MSK Runner Podcast
I'm Harry Bell, I work as a musculoskeletal (MSK) specialist instructor as my full-time job and I train for marathons in my spare time! My passion is making a difference to people's lives by helping them get fitter, healthier and make changes that are sustainable. This podcast will cover all things MSK, running, nutrition and all things fitness! If you have any questions send me a DM on Instagram @mskrunner.haz and I'll answer them on the pod.
Episodes
20 episodes
#20 Walk for 30 minutes and get rewarded!
On 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...
#19 Heatwave 1-0 Harry
I 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 SHAR...
#18 Just me waffling on
Apologies 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 ...
#17 JULIA KULPA 2.0 | Oooo Hyrox!!
Back 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 toget...
#16 Bore off Bartlett!
In 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...
#15 I'm training for a Backyard Ultra!
I 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 pod...
#14 Arsenal Champions!! Quick bonus episode
I 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 anyo...
#13 Is 'Healthy' Food Actually Healthy??
#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 Layma...
#12 Kane Halo's Farm | Marathon Vs. HYROX training
A 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...
#11 HYROX DNF | What went wrong?
In 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 out...
#10 BONUS Q&A EPISODE | Will Arsenal bottle the league?
We'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....
#9 Benefits of AQUATIC-based exercise
In 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 Tugg...
#8 RYAN HILL | Choccy Milk and Gegenpress
I'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 a...
#7 JULIA KULPA | Ultra Dosser!
I 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 a...
#6 TOP DOSSER | Happy Easter!
I 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 ...
#5 ROME MARATHON debrief!! + Why Costa's menu screens annoy me!
In 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 an...
#4 My Running Journey so far | From 10k's to Ultra Marathons
In 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, i...
#3 My first guest!! Pawel Celinski | Ultra Triple Ironman CHAMPION!
In 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 tr...
#2 You CAN lose weight and body fat WITHOUT injections!
In 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 thin...
#1 Pilot | Prevention is better than cure! How to improve the NHS and OUR health
In 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 ta...
