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Katie Fitzpatrick

Joe Wicks opens up on BBC The One Show about 'chaotic upbringing' with both parents in rehab

Fitness guru Joe Wicks is known for helping to get the nation into shape physically and now he's shining a light on mental health. Joe, known as the Body Coach, has opened up about his tough childhood during an appearance onThe One Show.

The 36-year-old, who has a built a huge following online with his fitness accounts on YouTube and Instagram, appeared on the BBC chat show to talk about his emotional new documentary which tells the story of his 'chaotic upbringing.' Joe told hosts Alex Jones and Jermaine Jenas about coming through his parents' struggles with their mental health and said that he wants to inspire others to do the same.

During lockdown, while Joe held PE With Joe to help children stay active, people also started reaching out to him as they struggled with their mental health, and he uncovered his own story. He explained: "Dad had drug addiction from a young age and was in and out of rehab when I was a kid.

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