Joe Wicks: "You Never Regret a Workout" | How to Start Running, Marathon Training & Getting the Nation Moving

Joe Wicks, aka The Body Coach, joins Ben and Anya on The Runna Podcast to discuss his journey with running, how movement serves as medicine for mental health, and why he’s on a mission to get 50,000 people moving in 2026.

From launching the viral "PE with Joe" sessions to mastering the "Jeffing" run/walk method and smashing a sub-20 minute 5K with Mo Farah, Joe shares honest, actionable advice for runners of all levels. Whether you are new to marathon training, looking for running motivation to improve your daily routine, this conversation covers it all!

In this episode, we explore:

🏃‍♂️ Running as Medicine:How exercise shaped Joe’s life from childhood and why he believes it can transform anyone's wellbeing.

🚶‍♂️ What is Jeffing?: Discover the run/walk method that makes marathon running and long-distance goals accessible to everyone.

💪 PE with Joe: A behind-the-scenes look at the first lockdown morning that reached over a million live viewers.

🧠 Consistency & Motivation: Joe’s philosophy on why the "zero to one" person matters most and why you should set goals publicly.

🎯Beyond the Finish Line: Why Joe’s current goal to get 50,000 people moving matters more than any PB.

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