Sam has always loved exercise. She’s consistently been fit and healthy, and even undertaken extreme challenges like a 50 mile bike ride. That all changed after she was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, and had to learn to cope with constant pain.In this episode with Joe Wicks, Sam discusses how she adapted to life with fibromyalgia, how this was shaken up when she was diagnosed with endometriosis and adenomyosis, and the impact her chronic health conditions have had on her mental health.Plus, Sam shares why she felt she lost her identity when she first became ill and how she’s rebuilt her relationship with exercise to find herself again.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/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How losing 5 stone led to confidence and self-love
Samantha always had a negative relationship with fitness. As someone who was overweight, she often felt anxious about exercising and excluded from the fitness industry. During the pandemic, she embarked on a mission to take control of her health that has been nothing short of life-changing.In this episode with Joe Wicks, Samantha shares her inspiring 5 stone weight loss journey, how she rebuilt her relationship with fitness and overcame feelings of shame and self-doubt that stemmed from childhood.Plus, Samantha discusses how exercise has helped her find self-love and forge new friendships - resulting in completing a Hyrox with her Body Coach pen pal!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/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Finding strength in the gym after losing my wife and unborn child
TW: This episode contains discussion about grief and baby loss. If you or someone you know is struggling with bereavement, check out this list for places where you can find support.Aged 32, Ben faced the unimaginable loss of his wife Jo and their unborn second child, after Jo suddenly suffered a cardiac arrest at 29 weeks pregnant.In this emotional conversation with Joe Wicks, Ben unpacks how he navigated this life-changing loss, why his own health fell to the wayside whilst trying to support his son and how rebuilding his relationship with fitness has transformed his mental health.Plus, Ben shares the lessons he imparts on his son to create a hopeful and happy future for his family.Check out Ben’s social media @his_grief_uk, and if you need support with grief, check out Strongmen:https://www.strongmen.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/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I was a PT who loved exercise – then I became officially obese
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. 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/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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“Joe Wicks’ HIIT workouts saved my life”
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.ukThank 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/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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.comApp • subscribe.thebodycoach.comNewsletter • 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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