Mr Motivator lands coronavirus show on BBC to keep nation fit during lockdown

Our favourite '90s TV star is back to save the UK from boredom during the coronavirus lockdown - and yes, he's bringing his neon leotards.

Mr Motivator is returning to the small screen as part of a new BBC keep-fit offering, joining Michelle Ackerley, Dr Xand van Tulleken and Angela Rippon to keep households moving while we stay home to slow the spread of COVID-19.

HealthCheck UK Live will air on BBC1 every weekday morning for two weeks, starting on Monday March 30, to offer "advice and companionship" during the global pandemic.

Mr Motivator, 67 - real name Derrick Evans - will be on hand to dole out the exercises, giving whippersnapper Joe Wicks a run for his money.

Speaking ahead of next week's first episode, the legendary fitness expert said: "Now more than ever it is important to keep our bodies and minds healthy. Everybody say yeah, let's get happy and be wicked at home."

TV presenter Michelle Ackerley added: "HealthCheck UK Live will offer support to audiences at home during these challenging times and I am delighted to be presenting the programme alongside broadcasting icon Angela Rippon, health expert Dr Xand, and of course Mr Motivator!"

Mr Motivator found fame with his at-home workouts in the 1990s (Handout)

And Angela Rippon said: "Like millions of Britons across the country, and as an over 70, I will be self-isolating and 'working from home'.

"HealthCheck UK Live will offer a fantastic outlet to connect viewers and to remind us we can all fight this together."

*HealthCheck UK Live launches on Monday March 30 at 10am on BBC1