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  • Music, Movement and Dance: Kelechi Okafor and Elle UK Community Director, Shannon Mahanty

    For this week’s special bonus episode, we have actor, author and dance innovator Kelechi Okafor speaking with our host Liv Little.


    Kelechi is a BRIT school actress, writer, social commentator and podcaster. Her recent sci-fi collection, ‘Edge of Here’ was received with critical acclaim. 


    Kelechi speaks with Liv on her transition from musical theatre to the fitness world, her roots in Peckham, and her mission to truly redefine beauty standards. 


    The pair are also joined by Elle UK's Community Director, Shannon Mahanty, as they explore the intersection of music and movement, discussing its impact on endurance, mood, and inclusivity. From pole dancing to hot yoga this conversation has it all!


    If you want to get in touch with the show, email us [email protected]


    Follow Liv Little on Instagram @livslittle


    Follow Kelechi Okafor on Instagram @kelechnekoff


    In association with @nikewellcollective


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    32 min
  • Motherhood, Stardom and #AnimalFlow: Mia McKenna-Bruce and Nike Trainer Mireia Borras


    Joining us on this week’s episode, we have actor Mia Mckenna-Bruce speaking with our host Liv Little.


    Mia Mckenna-Bruce is the recent breakout star of the critically acclaimed, How To Have Sex. Following a whirlwind press run, a new baby and a British Independent Film Award win she chats with Liv about how she moves with intention and why her morning routine is paramount to setting her up for the day. 


    The pair also explore consent, coming of age and how close knit the cast and crew became upon wrapping filming up in Crete.


    Spanish Nike Trainer, Mireia Borras also joins from her HQ in Barcelona to chat through the freedom that comes with intentional movement. She also explains what #AnimalFlow is and why training needs to be intertwined with play.


    If you want to get in touch with the show, email us [email protected]


    Follow Liv Little on Instagram @livslittle


    Follow Mia McKenna-Bruce on Instagram @mia_mbruce


    Follow Mireia Borras on Instagram @mireiabebalance


    In association with @nikewellcollective



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    33 min
  • Discovering Your Strength: Ruth Madeley and Nike Trainer Naomi Hefferman

    This week on Why I…Move we have BAFTA-nominated actor, Ruth Madeley joining us on the show to chat with our host Liv Little.


    Ruth Madeley recently graced our screens in the latest Doctor Who series, portraying lead roles in acclaimed shows such as Years and Years and The Rook.


    As someone who was born with spina bifida she’s also especially passionate about championing more visibility for disabled actors, both on and off screen.

    For this episode, Liv and Ruth explore what it means to move through the world and how that can look different according to ability. 


    The pair are also joined by Nike Trainer Naomi Hefferman, who talks about growing up with athlete parents, finding her own rhythm as a trainer and exploring the world of esoteric dance.


    If you want to get in touch with the show, email us [email protected]


    Follow Liv Little on Instagram @livslittle


    Follow Ruth Madeley on Instagram @​​ruthmadeley


    Follow Naomi Hefferman on Instagram @naomi_heff


    In association with @nikewellcollective



    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
  • Breathwork, Fashion and Connection: Priya Ahluwalia and Nike Trainer Jasmine St Cliere

    Joining us this week on Why… I Move, we have award-winning fashion designer Priya Ahluwalia speaking with our host Liv Little.


    Priya is the founder of menswear brand Ahluwalia, which draws inspiration from her Indian-Nigerian heritage, utilising vintage materials to push the boundaries of the male wardrobe.


    In this week’s episode, the pair explore Priya’s creative inspirations, what the next evolution of her brand looks like, and why she just loves the drama of spinning - so much.


    Alongside Priya, Nike trainer Jasmine St Cliere talks about her yoga training in India, why sound therapy is so powerful, and how much healing there is to be found in movement, however you choose to move.


    If you want to get in touch with the show, email us [email protected]


    Follow Liv Little on Instagram @livslittle


    Follow Priya Ahluwalia on Instagram @priya.ahluwalia1


    Follow Jasmine St Cliere on Instagram @findingbalancewithjasmine


    In association with @nikewellcollective


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  • Mind, Body and Mental Health: Soma Sara and Nike Trainer Fabian Domenech

    Joining us on this week’s episode of Why I… Move, we have Soma Sara sitting down with our host Liv Little. Soma is the founder of ‘Everyone’s Invited’ which is a powerful platform highlighting the prevalence of rape culture across the world. 


    As an activist and an author, Soma will be talking to us about how she uses working out to bring about a sense of balance and mental clarity between sometimes intense workloads. 


    Spanish Nike Trainer Fabian Domenech will also be joining the conversation, sharing the different breathing practices he recommends and why yoga was a life-changing discovery for him, personally.


    This episode contains references to sexual assault and rape culture and maybe triggering for some listeners. Listeners discretion is advised.


    If you want to get in touch with the show, email us [email protected]


    Follow Liv Little on Instagram @livslittle


    Follow Soma Sara on Instagram @somasara


    Follow Fabian Domenech on Instagram @fabiandomenech


    In association with @nikewellcollective


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
  • Performance, Rest and Recovery: Francesca Hayward and Nike Trainer Giulia Peditto

    On this week’s episode of Why I… Move we have esteemed ballerina Francesca Hayward speaking with our host Liv Little! Francesca has danced in everything from Swan Lake to Romeo and Juliet, and is the Principal Dancer of the Royal Ballet.


    We’ll be exploring how she glides through the world, what off-duty days look like for her, and how her relationship with rest and recovery has evolved over time. 


    Alongside Francesca, Nike Trainer Giulia Peditto will also be joining us to illustrate her favourite ways to practise a little self-care - and why rest and recovery is paramount to our overall well-being. 


    If you want to get in touch with the show, email us [email protected]


    Follow Liv Little on Instagram @livslittle


    Follow Francesca Hayward on Instagram @francescahayward


    Follow Giulia Peditto on Instagram @giuliapeditto


    In association with @nikewellcollective


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    32 min
  • Finding Space for Yourself: Julie Adenuga & Nike Trainer Rebekah Jade

    Launching Series 2, we have one of the leading cultural voices in the UK on the show, presenter and broadcaster Julie Adenuga chatting to our host, author and broadcaster Liv Little.

    Julie speaks about her current relationship with movement, why reformer pilates has been game changing and why she constantly looks to challenge herself in work and life. 


    Julie is joined by Nike trainer Rebekah Jade, who chats through her love for yoga, flexibility, and the importance of the mind-body connection when it comes to getting that workout in.


    If you want to get in touch with the show, email us [email protected]


    Follow Liv Little on Instagram @livslittle


    Follow Julie Adenuga on Instagram @julieadenuga


    Follow Rebekah Jade on Instagram @rebekahzeenajade


    In association with @nikewellcollective


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    37 min
  • Why I… Move with Munroe Bergdorf and Nike Trainer Aurélie Louis-Alexandre

    In this week’s episode, we’re joined by the internationally renowned model, activist and author, Munroe Bergdorf. Munroe shares how sport impacted her childhood, rediscovering gymnastics on her own terms and how she's managed to build a healthy relationship with sports. 

    Munroe is joined by Nike trainer and Flawless Yoga founder, Aurélie Louis-Alexandre, who shares the power of breath through movement, the benefits of yoga and how long it will take to get Munroe back into the splits! 


    If you want to get in touch with the show, email us [email protected]


    Follow Hannah Nathanson on Instagram @hlucynat

    Follow Natasha Bird on Instagram @natasha__bird

    Follow Munroe Bergdorf on Instagram @munroebergdorf 

    Follow Aurélie Louis-Alexandre on Instagram @aurelielouisalex

    In association with @nikewomen


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    43 min
  • Why I… Move with Arlo Parks and Nike Trainer Sam Vora

    Award-winning singer songwriter, Arlo Parks, joins us this week to discuss how HIIT has helped her stay strong in body and mind and how she incorporates this into her routine wherever she goes in order to help her mental health. 


    Arlo is joined by Nike yoga trainer, Sam Vora, who shares her knowledge on the power of your inner voice when it comes to working out and motivating yourself to keep moving.


    If you want to get in touch with the show, email us [email protected]


    Follow Hannah Nathanson on Instagram @hlucynat

    Follow Natasha Bird on Instagram @natasha__bird

    Follow Arlo Parks on Instagram @arlo.parks 

    Follow Sam Vora on Instagram @samm_yv

    In association with @nikewomen



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    46 min
  • Why I… Move with Isamaya Ffrench and Nike Coach Marlene Schmitt

    In this week’s episode, we’re joined by the internationally renowned makeup artist Isamaya Ffrench. Isamaya tells us why - after years of being an intense cardio addict - she’s loving the slower pace of pilates. Like many of us, Isamaya’s a self confessed workaholic and we discuss the fine line between pushing yourself, productivity and burn out. 


    Isamaya’s joined by Nike Yoga Coach Marlene Schmitt, who shares what she does for balance, as well as her experiences of finding a healthy release in ecstatic dance.



    If you want to get in touch with the show, email us [email protected]


    Follow Hannah Nathanson on Instagram @hlucynat

    Follow Natasha Bird on Instagram @natasha__bird

    Follow Isamaya Ffrench on Instagram @isamayaffrench

    Follow Marlene Schmitt on Instagram @marlene

    In association with @nikewomen


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min

About Why I… Move

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Author and broadcaster Liv Little hosts this energetic podcast celebrating movement and all the joy it can bring. From ELLE UK, made in association with Nike, it features women from the worlds of…

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