Jonty Rhodes spent his career making impossible dives look effortless. But what actually allows the body to react, balance, fall and recover without thinking?

In this episode of Jonty & The Doc, Jonty Rhodes and Dr Marcus Ranney unpack the hidden system behind balance — from vision and the inner ear to joints, reflexes and body awareness.

In this episode, they cover:
Why balance is more than just “not falling”
How your eyes, ears and joints work together to keep you steady
Why the real danger after a fracture is often immobility
What Jonty’s iconic dives reveal about instinct, hesitation and impact
Why balance, posture and reaction time start changing with age
Common athlete injuries like ACL tears, hamstring strains and lower-back issues
How to train smarter so you can stay active for longer

From Jonty’s fielding instincts to the science of posture, falls and recovery, this episode looks at one of the most underrated parts of staying healthy for longer: learning how to keep your body steady, sharp and ready.

Full episodes of Jonty & The Doc available now on the @smartupivm YouTube channel!

Jonty Rhodes spent his career making impossible dives look effortless. But what actually allows the body to react, balance, fall and recover without thinking?
In this episode of Jonty &amp; The Doc, Jonty Rhodes and Dr Marcus Ranney unpack the hidden system behind balance &mdash; from vision and the inner ear to joints, reflexes and body awareness.
In this episode, they cover:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Why balance is more than just &ldquo;not falling&rdquo;</li>
<li aria-level="1">How your eyes, ears and joints work together to keep you steady</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why the real danger after a fracture is often immobility</li>
<li aria-level="1">What Jonty&rsquo;s iconic dives reveal about instinct, hesitation and impact</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why balance, posture and reaction time start changing with age</li>
<li aria-level="1">Common athlete injuries like ACL tears, hamstring strains and lower-back issues</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to train smarter so you can stay active for longer</li>
</ul>
From Jonty&rsquo;s fielding instincts to the science of posture, falls and recovery, this episode looks at one of the most underrated parts of staying healthy for longer: learning how to keep your body steady, sharp and ready.
Full episodes of Jonty &amp; The Doc available now on the @smartupivm YouTube channel!

What does it really take to live well for longer?

Jonty & The Doc is a podcast about longevity, performance, and the science of healthy aging. Hosted by physician Dr. Marcus Ranney and legendary international cricketer Jonty Rhodes, the show explores how the body and mind change over time - and what we can do to stay strong, active, and resilient for years to come.

Blending medical insight with real-world athletic experience, the podcast breaks down the habits, science, and mindset behind living a longer and healthier life. From movement and recovery to nutrition, mental fitness, and longevity research, each episode brings practical insights that help you rethink aging.

If you’re interested in healthspan, performance, and building a body and brain that thrive over time, Jonty & The Doc brings together expert knowledge and lived experience to decode the future of healthy living.

What does it really take to live well for longer?
Jonty &amp; The Doc is a podcast about longevity, performance, and the science of healthy aging. Hosted by physician Dr. Marcus Ranney and legendary international cricketer Jonty Rhodes, the show explores how the body and mind change over time - and what we can do to stay strong, active, and resilient for years to come.
Blending medical insight with real-world athletic experience, the podcast breaks down the habits, science, and mindset behind living a longer and healthier life. From movement and recovery to nutrition, mental fitness, and longevity research, each episode brings practical insights that help you rethink aging.
If you&rsquo;re interested in healthspan, performance, and building a body and brain that thrive over time, Jonty &amp; The Doc brings together expert knowledge and lived experience to decode the future of healthy living.