Using fitness as self-care while raising a child with complex needs

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:https://www.thefreyafoundation.co.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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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.