Telly legend Mr Motivator, 67, urges BBC bosses to give him fitness show and insists he can solve obesity crisis
TELLY legend Mr Motivator is urging BBC bosses to give him his own daily fitness show - and thinks it will help solve the country's obesity crisis.
The iconic lycra wearing star - real name Derrick Evans - was a staple on ITV's GMTV from 1993 until 2000, helping the nation keep healthy.
And he believes another dose of his infectious motivation is need after figures revealed nearly a third of adults in the UK are obese.
Speaking exclusively to The Sun, the 67-year-old said: "Why haven’t I got my own fitness show? It really does bug me."
And after teaming up with the BBC in lockdown for a series of virtual training sessions called health check UK, Mr Motivator believes it's the perfect platform.
He explains: "I think between 5 and 6 in the morning before you come to the serious hard news. What a great way to start the day.
The cult star has proven a hit on the site thanks to his energetic and bubbly recordings.
One happy customer said: "I needed a pick me up message for my cross-fit squad and Mr Motivator has come up with the goods. He's added a bit of colour to life during these tough times."