Manchester Wellbeing Festival

The Manchester Wellbeing Festival will feature some of the biggest names in wellness, with classes to move our bodies and talks to stimulate our minds.

Highlights include Manchester presenter and fitness guru Gemma Atkinson, TV Star, Jungle Queen and Masterchef finalist Vicky Pattison, celebrity personal trainers Alice Liveing and Faisal Abdalla, Government Ambassador for Mental Health Dr Alex George, nutritionist Dr Hazel Wallace and celebrity DJ Fat Tony, among others.

Talks will cover everything from how to improve our mental health, overcome anxiety and build confidence to advice on hormones, nutrition, immunity and beating addiction. Barre and yoga classes will be delivered by our fitness partner - Manchester-based BLOK, and Alice Liveing and Faisal Abdalla will host fitness workouts.

THE LINE UP

• Alice Liveing

Personal trainer, Women's Health columnist and bestselling author Alice Liveing kickstarts each day with a strength work out and on Sunday Alice interviews special guests about the importance of building mental and physical resilience.

• Gemma Atkinson

Actress, fitness guru and Hits Radio host Gemma Atkinson shares her fitness advice on how to feel stronger, healthier, more confident, and comfortable in your own body. Gemma will be signing copies of her books The Ultimate Body Plan and The Ultimate Body Plan for Mums.

• Dr Alex George

Presenter and UK Government Ambassador for Mental Health, Dr Alex George addresses our modern health issues. Dr Alex will be signing copies of his book Live Well Every Day.

• DJ Fat Tony

One of club culture's most notorious and best loved figures, DJ Fat Tony tells stories of hedonism and self-destruction in his book I Don't Take Requests - and of recovery, redemption and friendship.

• Dr Hazel Wallace

Dr Hazel Wallace aka The Food Medic discusses female health with her forthcoming book The Female Factor and offers expert advice specifically for women on nutrition, sleep, hormones, PMS, periods and the menopause.

• Vicky Pattison

TV Star, Jungle Queen, Masterchef finalist, feminist & author Vicky Pattison discusses her book The Secret to Happy and how to build resilience, banish self-doubt and live the life you deserve.

• Faisal Abdalla

Faisal Abdalla has trained many celebrities including Ellie Goulding and Harry Styles. Join him for a Positive Mental Health workout that will leave you totally energised. “If you think I'm motivated, you should check this guy out.” - Joe Wicks

• Dr Emeka Okorocha

TikTok star and A&E Doctor, Emeka Okorocha became a go-to source for healthcare advice and support during the pandemic. In this event he offers simple lifestyle advice for mind/body health from his forthcoming book Your Health in Your Hands.

• Millie Gooch

Millie Gooch is the founder of the Sober Girl Society and is one of the voices leading the sobriety movement in the UK. In this event she will help you find ways to drink less and live more.

• The Kilted Yogi

Join Finlay Wilson aka the Kilted Yogi in this deeply connecting class to build strength and stamina.

• Dr Jenna Macciochi

Expert immunologist Dr Jenna Macciochi discusses her new book Your Blueprint for Strong Immunity and the impact of lifestyle on the immune system in health and disease.

• BLOK

Leading Manchester fitness studio hosts classes in Dynamic Vinyasa Yoga, Barre, Strength and Calisthenics to improve posture, define muscles and increase flexibility - classes to suit every level.

• Classes need to be booked in advance. You will receive a link to book your classes.
• Talks do not need to be booked.
• For health and safety reasons mats will not be provided. Please bring your own.
• You must be over 16 to attend the classes. The talks are suitable for a 16+ audience.

Find out more on Manchester Wellbeing Festival here.