Nell McAndrew: Running, midlife & why movement matters

This week, Lise is joined by Nell McAndrew, model, TV presenter and 90s household name turned marathon runner, fitness DVD star and tireless charity fundraiser. But this isn't a conversation about being brilliant at running. It's about what happens when we stop thinking of exercise as punishment or weight loss and start thinking about what movement actually gives us: confidence, headspace, friendship and sanity.   **In this episode, join Lise and discover:** - How Nell ran her marathon personal best of 2 hours 54 minutes after having her first child, and what changed in her mindset to get her there - Why Nell has swapped pounding pavements for slower, more intentional movement, including a programme built around moving well rather than moving fast - The visualisation trick Nell has used before every race, including dreaming she'd already run the marathon in her sleep - The launch of *What's Your Move*, the new movement Nell and Lise are starting together to get more women moving in whatever way suits them - Why turning up to volunteer at Parkrun, rather than run it, can be the easiest way to ease yourself in and lose the fear - The message Paula Radcliffe sent about Nell, and why it left her lost for words **Quote of the episode** *"I always just used to visualise myself getting to the finish line, crossing the finish line and putting my arms in the air."* — Nell McAndrew **Useful links** - Follow Nell on Instagram: @nelliemcfitness **Be a part of the show: Here's how to get in touch...** - Follow the show and get all the links you need on LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/walking\_this\_way - Email us: walkingthisway@hotmail.com - Use the get in touch form HERE - https://tr.ee/r-ePylKE8H - Send us a voice message HERE- https://www.speakpipe.com/WalkingThisWay *Produced by* The Good Studio *-* thegoodstudio.co.uk