The Body Coach: Extraordinary People

Joe Wicks
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The Body Coach: Extraordinary People

Joe Wicks has inspired millions to get fit for both their physical and mental health, and in his new podcast ‘The Body Coach: Extraordinary People’ he is speaking to the real-life people who have transformed their lives through fitness and nutrition.  Each week, Joe speaks to an extraordinary guest who has defied expectations, overcome hardships and traumas, and is now living a happier and healthier life.  Be inspired by these everyday heroes who have refused to settle for the cards life dealt them and achieve astounding goals. This podcast is the best motivation you can get to make a change today.  Follow The Body Coach:  Website • thebodycoach.com App • subscribe.thebodycoach.com Newsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/ Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/ X • x.com/thebodycoach/ Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. 7 OCT

    Why training your mental fitness is just as important as physical

    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.com App • subscribe.thebodycoach.com Newsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/ Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/ X • x.com/thebodycoach/ Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min

  2. 30 SEPT

    From surviving to thriving through breast cancer, loss and depression

    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.com Follow The Body Coach:  Website • thebodycoach.com App • subscribe.thebodycoach.com Newsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/ Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/ X • x.com/thebodycoach/ Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min

  3. 23 SEPT

    Getting fit and a transformative IVF journey to motherhood

    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.org Get £20 off an annual subscription for The Body Coach app. Use the code PODCAST20 at subscribe.thebodycoach.com Follow The Body Coach:  Website • thebodycoach.com App • subscribe.thebodycoach.com Newsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/ Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/ X • x.com/thebodycoach/ Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min

  4. 16 SEPT

    Overcoming an unhealthy relationship with food

    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.uk Get £20 off an annual subscription for The Body Coach app. Use the code PODCAST20 at subscribe.thebodycoach.com Follow The Body Coach:  Website • thebodycoach.com App • subscribe.thebodycoach.com Newsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/ Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/ X • x.com/thebodycoach/ Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min

  5. 9 SEPT

    Defying a prognosis of paralysis

    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.com Follow The Body Coach:  Website • thebodycoach.com App • subscribe.thebodycoach.com Newsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/ Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/ X • x.com/thebodycoach/ Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min

  6. 2 SEPT

    Lifting twice your bodyweight in your 60s – and beating the competition

    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.com Follow The Body Coach:  Website • thebodycoach.com App • subscribe.thebodycoach.com Newsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/ Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/ X • x.com/thebodycoach/ Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min

  7. 26 AUG

    Arthritis, miscarriage, and a journey of complete transformation

    TW: This conversation discusses miscarriage. To avoid this section, skip 08:57 - 12:08.  After the birth of his second child, Ryan was diagnosed with two debilitating autoimmune diseases.  However, when he realised he was the biggest he’d ever been, he decided to make a change and lost 5 stone in 2 years. In this conversation with Joe Wicks, Ryan explains the traumatic events that led him to find comfort in food, the determination that turned him into a Team GB Triathlete, and how he tries to inspire his kids to be active.  Get £20 off an annual subscription for The Body Coach app. Use the code PODCAST20 at subscribe.thebodycoach.com Follow The Body Coach:  Website • thebodycoach.com App • subscribe.thebodycoach.com Newsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/ Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/ X • x.com/thebodycoach/ Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min

  8. 19 AUG

    Using fitness to heal after the loss of a husband

    TW: This episode contains discussions about suicide. 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.  After unexpectedly losing her husband, Julia stopped prioritising herself. When lockdown forced her to slow down, she started a journey of healing, all thanks to exercise.  In this episode, Joe Wicks speaks to Julia about navigating a devastating loss with 2 young daughters, how PE with Joe was the start of her getting back on track, and how she stopped seeing exercise as a chore.  Plus, she explains how sport has been a saving grace for her children, the baby steps she took that led to huge change, and how she has started to move on.  Find out more about Sport in Mind: https://www.sportinmind.org/ For support and to find out more about Calm: https://www.thecalmzone.net/ Get £20 off an annual subscription for The Body Coach app. Use the code PODCAST20 at subscribe.thebodycoach.com Follow The Body Coach:  Website • thebodycoach.com App • subscribe.thebodycoach.com Newsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/ Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/ X • x.com/thebodycoach/ Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min

  9. 12 AUG

    From addict to ultra runner

    TW: This episode contains discussions about suicide. 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.  Joe Wicks sits down with his childhood best friend Brendon, in this emotional episode on overcoming addiction to achieve incredible things.  Brendon opens up about his childhood and how that shaped his addictions, the crucial warning signs he ignored, and the moment he realised he needed to change.  Brendon shares how he transformed his attitude and self-discipline, which led him to become an endurance athlete, as well as the principles we can all learn from recovery.  If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, there are resources available to help: Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): 0800 9177 650 | www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.ukNarcotics Anonymous (NA): 0300 999 1212 | www.ukna.orgFrank (Drug Advice): 0300 123 6600 | www.talktofrank.com Get £20 off an annual subscription for The Body Coach app. Use the code PODCAST20 at subscribe.thebodycoach.com Follow The Body Coach:  Website • thebodycoach.com App • subscribe.thebodycoach.com Newsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/ Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/ X • x.com/thebodycoach/ Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min

  10. 5 AUG

    Completing a half Ironman with a collapsed lung

    Jane was diagnosed with advanced lung cancer at 43, and in this episode with Joe Wicks, she shares how she didn’t let her diagnosis hold her back. Jane reflects on how she dealt with the news that she had a 1 in 3 chance of surviving a year, and how she decided to take on a marathon only 4 months after surgery.  Plus, Jane and Joe discuss how she has overcome challenges, reframed her mindset around exercise, and what led her to take on a half Ironman after her diagnosis.  For further information on lung cancer, including symptoms, support and treatments, visit roycastle.org.  Follow The Body Coach:  Website • thebodycoach.com App • subscribe.thebodycoach.com Newsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/ Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/ X • x.com/thebodycoach/ Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min

  11. 22 JUL

    Coming Soon

    Joe Wicks' new podcast 'The Body Coach: Extraordindary People' is coming soon! Follow now so you don't miss an episode. Follow The Body Coach:  Website • thebodycoach.com App • subscribe.thebodycoach.com Newsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/ Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/ X • x.com/thebodycoach/ Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2 min

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Joe Wicks has inspired millions to get fit for both their physical and mental health, and in his new podcast ‘The Body Coach: Extraordinary People’ he is speaking to the real-life people who have transformed their lives through fitness and nutrition.  Each week, Joe speaks to an extraordinary guest who has defied expectations, overcome hardships and traumas, and is now living a happier and healthier life.  Be inspired by these everyday heroes who have refused to settle for the cards life dealt them and achieve astounding goals. This podcast is the best motivation you can get to make a change today.  Follow The Body Coach:  Website • thebodycoach.com App • subscribe.thebodycoach.com Newsletter • thebodycoach.com/signup/ Instagram • instagram.com/thebodycoach/ X • x.com/thebodycoach/ Facebook • facebook.com/JoeWicksTheBodyCoach/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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