Activity Specific Health Guide: Watching My Movement Medicine Exercise Session Video Recordings

James Pickett
Aug 14
3 min read

Category: Home Exercise | Cardiac Rehabilitation

Author: Jamie Pickett, Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Date: August 2025

Introduction

Not every week runs perfectly. Sometimes life, work, or the British weather has other plans for us. But missing a live My Movement Medicine session doesn’t mean missing out on the benefits!

Our class video recordings are here to help you stay on track, keep your heart healthy, and keep your confidence growing – all from the comfort of your own home.

Think of them as your “on-demand exercise buddy” – ready whenever you are, no commute required.

Why Recordings Are a Game-Changer for Heart Health

Research in cardiac rehabilitation shows that regular, consistent exercise improves cardiovascular fitness, reduces symptoms, and supports long-term heart health (Anderson et al., 2016; Taylor et al., 2019).

With recordings, you can:

Repeat sessions you enjoy or found challenging to master.
Exercise at your best time – whether that’s 6 am or 8 pm.
Pause and replay to perfect movements or catch your breath.
Maintain progress if you miss a live class.

How to Access the Recordings

Accessing the recordings is simple, and takes just a few minutes to set up.

Go to www.mymovementmedicine.co.uk/watch-a-class.
Create your account – follow the on-screen prompts.
If you’re a cardiac patient, you’ll need a video referral from your GP confirming it’s safe for you to exercise.
Once approved, log in with your username and password.
Browse the available classes and click play – it’s that easy.

Tip: Save the webpage to your browser bookmarks so you can return quickly.

Making the Most of Your Recording

To get the best out of each session:

Prepare your space – clear the area, have water nearby, and wear comfortable clothing.
Follow the structure – warm-up, main session, cool-down.
Listen to your body – adapt intensity and take breaks if needed.
Use the pause button – perfect for adjusting your position or catching your breath.

Image suggestion: Person exercising in a tidy living room, mat rolled out, TV showing a paused workout video.

Safety Tips for Exercising at Home

Warm up for at least 5–10 minutes before the main exercises.
Monitor your heart rate – aim for 40–70% of your maximum heart rate reserve (your GP or exercise physiologist can help calculate this).
Avoid holding your breath or doing sudden, jerky movements.
Stop immediately if you feel chest pain, dizziness, unusual shortness of breath, or discomfort.
Keep emergency contact details nearby.

Motivation to Press Play

Sometimes the hardest part is starting. Here are a few ways to keep yourself motivated:

Schedule it in your diary like a live class.
Watch with a friend or family member for accountability.
Reward yourself afterwards – even something small like a nice cup of tea.
Track your progress in a notebook or on a fitness app.

FAQs

Q: Do I need special equipment?

A: No – most exercises use bodyweight or simple household items. A mat, resistance band, or light dumbbells are optional.

Q: Can I do the session more than once?

A: Absolutely! Repetition is great for building confidence and technique.

Q: What if I’m not sure it’s safe for me?

A: Speak to your GP or contact My Movement Medicine before starting. Cardiac patients will need GP clearance.

Q: Can I pause or rewind the video?

A: Yes – this is one of the big benefits of recordings.

How My Movement Medicine Can Help You Progress

Watching recordings is a fantastic way to stay active, but live sessions offer real-time feedback, encouragement, and community support.

Why not join us in person or live online?

Free trial session available – Book here
Hybrid classes every Monday at 5:30 PM, with more sessions coming soon.

Conclusion

Your health journey isn’t about perfection – it’s about consistency. With our class recordings, you have everything you need to keep moving, improving, and smiling, no matter what your week throws at you.

Press play today – your heart will thank you.

References:

Anderson L, et al. (2016). Exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation for coronary heart disease. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, Issue 1.
Taylor RS, et al. (2019). Exercise-based rehabilitation for heart failure. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, Issue 4.

This blog post was written by Jamie Pickett, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, with AI assistance.