Ben has always been passionate about fitness, and was a personal trainer in a previous career. After changing professions and becoming a father, his priorities shifted and his fitness took a back seat. Eventually, Ben found himself classed as obese for the first time.

In this episode with Joe Wicks, Ben shares how he lost 15kg after breaking bad habits, how looking after yourself positively impacts you and your relationships, and reveals how even a degree in exercise science doesn’t prevent you from neglecting your health…

Plus, Ben and Joe discuss the importance of recognising that fitness journeys aren’t always linear, and why you shouldn’t beat yourself up if you find yourself off-track.

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When Jez first started experiencing chest pains, he chose to ignore them and assumed they’d go away. Months later, he ended up in hospital with doctors telling him that if he wasn’t as fit as he was, he would have died…

In this episode with Joe Wicks, Jez shares why he believes Joe’s HIIT workouts saved his life, the impact triple bypass surgery had on his physical and mental health, and how his life has changed since being diagnosed with a heart condition.

Plus, Jez and Joe discuss the importance of rebuilding your fitness slowly after a health scare and why having a set workout routine is so beneficial for recovery.

For further information on heart conditions, including symptoms, support and treatments, visit bhf.org.uk

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Wendy has always had an all-or-nothing approach to fitness - she’s either walking marathons or completely inactive. After turning 50 in 2017, Wendy decided to finally go all-in and commit to having a healthier lifestyle.

In this episode with Joe Wicks, Wendy unpacks how she first started her fitness journey by signing up for 100km walks, why she felt she lost herself and reveals how a failed attempt at the Three Peaks challenge made her realise she had to change her diet…

Plus, Wendy and Joe discuss her incredible 20kg weight-loss and Wendy’s plans to continue doing 100km walks for as long as she can!

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Just seven days after becoming parents, Chris and his wife Hannah’s world was turned upside down when their little girl suffered a seizure and was diagnosed with a rare mitochondrial condition.

In this episode with Joe Wicks, Chris shares how his approach to exercise has changed since having children, why resilience is so important when raising children with complex needs, and the various fitness challenges he and his wife have undertaken to raise awareness of their daughter’s condition.

Plus, Joe and Chris talk about the importance of looking after yourself as a carer and how being disciplined with a good morning routine can help reduce stress.

Find out more about The Freya Foundation:

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For 15 years, the most exercise Martina did was running for the train on her way to work.

In this episode with Joe Wicks, Martina unpacks her fitness journey: from starting running in her late-60s to completing six major marathons and striving for more.

Plus, Martina discusses how at 70 years old, she feels she’s finally found her passion, the impact of running on her and her child’s mental health, and how fitness can create a supportive community that has no age limit.

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In 2021, Mark was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), causing his vision to rapidly deteriorate. In this episode with Joe Wicks, he shares how being registered as blind hasn’t stopped him from achieving his goals.

Mark reflects on his diagnosis and reveals why he initially found it so difficult to accept his condition and ask for help.

Plus, Joe and Mark discuss how his life has changed since losing his vision, how his guide dog Mary has hugely enhanced his life and how despite this life-altering diagnosis, Mark has managed to set up his own successful gym, The Coach House.

If you or someone you know is struggling with sight-loss, consider getting in touch with the Guide Dogs for support:

• https://www.guidedogs.org.uk/

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Season 2 of Joe Wicks' podcast 'The Body Coach: Extraordinary People' is coming soon! Follow now so you don't miss an episode.

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From 21 stone to strong, fit and healthy, Dr Alex George has transformed his fitness – but it’s his work on mental health that he credits for it.

In this episode, Joe Wicks sits down with Dr Alex to discuss what led him to turn to food and alcohol as a comfort, what it was like being an A&E doctor during the pandemic and the work he’s doing to prevent suicide in young people.

Plus, Alex shares why purpose is important for your health, the benefits of walking and he offers tips for when you’re feeling particularly stressed.

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