The Body Coach: Extraordinary People

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.Thank you to our podcast sponsors, Vivobarefoot. You can grab yourself any pair of trainers and get 20% off with the discount code BODYCOACH20. Follow The Body Coach: Website • thebodycoach.comApp • subscribe.thebodycoach.comNewsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/X • x.com/thebodycoach/Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/

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/Thank you to our podcast sponsors, Vivobarefoot. You can grab yourself any pair of trainers and get 20% off with the discount code BODYCOACH20. Follow The Body Coach: Website • thebodycoach.comApp • subscribe.thebodycoach.comNewsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/X • x.com/thebodycoach/Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/

Season 2 of Joe Wicks' podcast 'The Body Coach: Extraordinary People' is coming soon! Follow now so you don't miss an episode.Follow The Body Coach: Website • thebodycoach.comApp • subscribe.thebodycoach.comNewsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/X • x.com/thebodycoach/Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/

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.  Follow The Body Coach: Website • thebodycoach.comApp • subscribe.thebodycoach.comNewsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/X • x.com/thebodycoach/Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/

At just 26 years old, Susie was diagnosed with breast cancer. In this conversation with Joe Wicks, Susie describes the twists and turns of her journey over the last 20 years. Susie explains the shock of her diagnosis at such a young age, the incredible friend she made on her journey and the grief that sadly came along with it.She shares how her grief led her to alcohol and how she managed to pull herself out of her darkest moments with P.E. with Joe. Get £20 off an annual subscription for The Body Coach app. Use the code PODCAST20 at subscribe.thebodycoach.comFollow The Body Coach: Website • thebodycoach.comApp • subscribe.thebodycoach.comNewsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/X • x.com/thebodycoach/Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/

TW: This conversation discusses miscarriage and baby loss throughout the episode Helen’s dream was to become a mum, but her fertility journey was far from simple. She quickly found movement and exercise a crucial activity for her mindset.However, this simple switch marked the start of the journey to meeting her little girl. In this episode, Helen joins Joe Wicks to discuss how she switched from takeaways to homemade meals, and how fitness helped her through her IVF journey and improved her mental health. Plus, Helen and Joe discuss the importance of being open about miscarriage, the joy of seeing her baby’s heartbeat for the first time and what happens during the IVF process. For further support around miscarriage, go to www.tommys.orgGet £20 off an annual subscription for The Body Coach app. Use the code PODCAST20 at subscribe.thebodycoach.comFollow The Body Coach: Website • thebodycoach.comApp • subscribe.thebodycoach.comNewsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/X • x.com/thebodycoach/Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/

TW: This conversation discusses disordered eating. Donna grew up as a self-confessed ‘salad dodger‘ and skipped meals in the week in a bid to try and keep her weight low. Now, she’s transformed her attitude which, in turn, has changed her body thanks to a brand new outlook on food.Donna shares with Joe Wicks her struggles with maintaining a balanced relationship with food, the impact it had on her self-image, and the pivotal moment that led her to change her ways.Plus, Donna and Joe discuss why daily weigh-ins aren’t always the right thing to do, the importance of non-scale victories, and all the healthy habits she’s forged to leave her feeling better than ever. If you or someone you know needs support with disordered eating, check out www.beateatingdisorders.org.ukGet £20 off an annual subscription for The Body Coach app. Use the code PODCAST20 at subscribe.thebodycoach.comFollow The Body Coach: Website • thebodycoach.comApp • subscribe.thebodycoach.comNewsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/X • x.com/thebodycoach/Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/

TW: This episode contains discussions about suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of self-harm or suicide, please consider seeking support. The Samaritans are available 24/7 on 116 123. Former Rugby player Ed Jackson had a life-changing accident where doctors told him he would never walk again. In this powerful episode, Ed opens up to Joe Wicks about his injury, how he beat the odds with his recovery and how it felt to walk for the first time again. If overcoming a paralysis prognosis wasn’t enough, Ed explains why 12 months after his injury he took on climbing Mount Snowdon, how the accident has led him to a happier life and how he has achieved the impossible with sheer will and motivation to be better.THE MOUNTAIN WITHIN ME IS NOW AVAILABLE ON DIGITAL DOWNLOAD.Get £20 off an annual subscription for The Body Coach app. Use the code PODCAST20 at subscribe.thebodycoach.comFollow The Body Coach: Website • thebodycoach.comApp • subscribe.thebodycoach.comNewsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/X • x.com/thebodycoach/Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/

Catherine was an inconsistent exerciser her whole life, but now in her 60s, she’s become a powerlifting record holder. In this episode, Catherine shares her motivating story with Joe Wicks. She discusses how joining ‘PE with Joe’ in lockdown set her off on this journey, becoming a personal trainer for the first time aged 62, her passion for inspiring older women to train, and why she ignores the numbers on the scale.Plus, she shares her experiences running her own lifting club for women and what advice she’d offer if you don’t think you have the strength to lift – because you absolutely do!Get £20 off an annual subscription for The Body Coach app. Use the code PODCAST20 at subscribe.thebodycoach.comFollow The Body Coach: Website • thebodycoach.comApp • subscribe.thebodycoach.comNewsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/X • x.com/thebodycoach/Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/