The two things that fixed Joe Wicks' sleep 💤

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Hello,

Whether you are running the marathon or not this weekend, chances are you know the benefits of stretching before a workout – or you think you do. In this fascinating piece, fitness writer Harry Bullmore looks at why trying to stretch your way out of tight muscles isn't always successful and talks to a top trainer about what really helps us become more flexible.

And if you are more into downtime, as part of his great Spring Health Reset series, Bullmore also talks to Joe Wicks about the two things that have fixed his sleep and supercharged his fitness efforts. Read how the father-of-four went from nights with frequent interruptions to fully rested bliss here.

Meanwhile, Katie Rosseinsky explores how the humble walk got an aspirational rebrand and how a fitness tracker helped her reach 26,000 steps in one day. If this is something you are aspiring to, or maybe you are one of the brave souls attempting to run the marathon this weekend, then you might need some added fuel for your stride. Here, Hannah Twiggs rounds up the best recipes which balance out carb-loading with protein –  all guaranteed to give you the energy required for a marathon workout. 

See you at the finish line!

Victoria Harper

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