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September 8, 2025 35 mins
This week on The Netmums Podcast, Alison & Wendy are joined by the ever-inspiring Joe Wicks, back for a third time on the NM pod, to discuss the importance of physical exercise for mental well-being.

Joe, known for his energetic PE sessions during lockdown, shares insights from his new government backed animated youtube series, Activate, aimed at getting kids moving and healthy. He opens up about the chaos of parenting four children and the lessons he’s learned about patience, empathy, and the importance of being present. From managing the daily challenges of homeschooling to finding time for personal fitness, Joe offers practical tips for parents to maintain their mental health while juggling family life.

In this episode:
  • The mental health benefits of physical exercise for both parents and children
  • How to create family routines that encourage movement and healthy habits
  • Strategies for managing parenting chaos and maintaining patience
  • The importance of being present and setting boundaries with technology
  • Joe’s insights on engaging teenagers in physical activity
  • The impact of Jo’s new animated series, Activate, on encouraging kids to move.

Get Joe’s youtube series, Activate HERE or search ‘Activate with Joe’.

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