is Joe Wicks ok? - Evening Standard
Cometh a third lockdown, cometh Joe Wicks: once more beaming positivity and PE lessons into our lounges. But what about his own mental state? Kerry Potter stretches off and listens to his woes
www.standard.co.ukJoe Wicks has been in the news recently for returning to Yatton Infants School in Somerset to mark its reopening after a fire damaged the building in 2023, and he kept his promise to come back once it was rebuilt. He also appeared in a 2025 TV segment with health secretary Wes Streeting focused on tackling childhood obesity, and his recent media profile has included coverage of his family life and fitness work.[1][4][8]
Recent highlights
- He visited a rebuilt school in Somerset and led a short workout for the children during the reopening visit.[1]
- In 2025, he joined Wes Streeting on TV to discuss childhood obesity.[8]
- Earlier coverage also noted his family milestones and ongoing fitness-related projects.[4][5]
What’s notable
The most clearly confirmed recent story is the school reopening visit, which was published in November 2025. Broader coverage suggests he remains active in public health and children’s fitness work rather than entertainment gossip alone.[5][8][1]