PHYSIOTHERAPY X MOVEWELL

Through my Performance Physio work at the University of Bristol, I have noticed a really positive growing trend in Higher Education (HE) and attitudes to Sustainability Top sports universities, like us, are looking into sustainable ways to support and empower their students to look after themselves and perform at the highest level, whilst also looking to minimise environmental impact Self-aware, robust athletes who are healthy, happy and looking to perform at elite level are the goal for many (HE) institutions across the sector.

Matt and his team have created an outstanding hub for performance at Bristol, where student athletes can continue their education and work to develop and perform in their chosen sport. Many have taken this pathway on to careers in professional sport and international competition; just look at our very own Phoebe Murray and Ella Lovibond in rugby, or Robbie Prosser in rowing as current examples. Equally, among their peers, a quick glance at the BUCS league table or the National leagues shows you that Bristol are doing good things

I've gained valuable insight over the years into what works and what's important when it comes to rehabilitation and recovery; more ecoconscious products to speed up recovery was a frequent ask, so this trend led me to start MoveWell, a business that designs and manufactures sustainable rehab and recovery products.

It's the combined drive and mindset to support students and reduce impact that has led Bristol and other HE institutions to work with MoveWell. MoveWell have provided bespoke packs to the likes of Bristol, Exeter and Hartpurty, which promote and facilitate self-care and athlete-led wellness - sustainable health habits with sustainably made products - now that's got a nice ring to it!

"We chose to work with MoveWell for our Performance Scholars because the packs provide a great toolkit for promoting athlete wellbeing, and open up lots of useful conversations".

"As an institution, we are committed to improving sustainability and reducing environmental impact, and MoveWell products are second to none in that respect."

Matt Paine, Performance Sport Manager

It seems the symbiotic link between human health and the health of our planet is getting ever clearer, and therefore to recognise and value the importance of promoting sustainable health habits with sustainably sourced products as Bristol do, is paramount

Henry Abrahams