Joe Wicks, known for his dedication to getting people active, admits he too faces challenges when it comes to finding time and motivation to exercise. As a father of four young children under the age of six, he rarely enjoys a full night’s sleep and often wakes up feeling drained and lacking the drive to train.
However, Wicks pushes through these moments by reminding himself of the benefits of exercise. He believes that even on the most tiring days, a brief workout can help release stress and frustration, making him feel better. He emphasizes that exercise doesn’t always have to be intense; it can be adjusted to fit around family and work commitments.
“I know that if I don’t exercise, I carry that stress and frustration with me all day. I’ll be more irritable and impatient,” Wicks shared with *The Handbook*. “If I don’t wake up and release that tension, it impacts my mood throughout the day.”
Wicks has previously mentioned that training isn’t the key to weight loss or getting lean. For him, it’s more about getting his heart pumping and benefiting from the positive hormones that exercise brings. He stresses that any form of exercise, whether it’s a short walk or a tough HIIT session, makes a difference.
“I just have to do it. No matter how tired or stressed I feel, I always feel better afterward,” he explained. “It’s not about an hour in the gym. Can you take 20 minutes while the baby naps or put on a cartoon for the kids and get those 20 minutes for yourself? It’s doable.”
Wicks’ approach serves as a reminder to parents that even short, home-based workouts can have a positive impact on mental and physical health.
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