The BBC is launching a series of programs featuring stars from the world of sport and entertainment to help the U.K. stay active during lockdown due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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He was awarded an MBE in October after hosting live workouts online during the first lockdown and raising £580,000 for the NHS.
But Joe Wicks has a new rival on the fitness scene as Mark Bez Berry plans to launch his own fitness classes after eating and drinking too much during the Covid-19 crisis.
The Happy Mondays maraca player, 56, wants to get fit and encourage other middle-aged people to stay active amid the third nationwide coronavirus lockdown.
Keeping fit: Joe Wicks has a new rival on the fitness scene as Mark Bez Berry plans to launch fitness sessions after eating and drinking too much in lockdown (pictured in July 2019)
The nation has been plunged into a third lockdown amid the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
And the BBC plans to keep everyone fit and healthy throughout the latest lockdown, with the assistance of famous faces from the sport and entertainment industry.
The network are launching a weekday segment BBC Breakfast: Lockdown Life on January 11, which will see stars give top tips to keep the body and mind active.
Stay fit: The BBC will keep the nation healthy during the third lockdown, with the help of some celebrities - including The Body Coach s Joe Wicks (picturing during PE with Joe Wicks)
The Body Coach Joe Wicks, who was awarded an MBE in October after hosting live workouts during the first lockdown and raising £580,000 for the NHS, will start the series at 7.50am on BBC One.