Irish Olympic medal winner Sonia O'Sullivan has been announced as a new coach on Ireland’s Fittest Family, while RTÉ 2fm DJ Laura Fox will be the popular show’s new presenter.
Cork star O’Sullivan will join long-serving coaches Davy Fitzgerald, Nina Carberry, and Donncha O’Callaghan on the series, as she steps in for Anna Geary, who is expecting her first child over the summer.
"I have always loved Ireland’s Fittest Family as it’s a positive promotion of fitness, so it makes it extra special to be joining the line-up of coaches this year," O’Sullivan said.
"I’ve big shoes to keep warm for Anna Geary, but of course I’m in it to win, so Donncha, Nina and Davy. I’m here to compete and I’m very excited to get started!"
Galway native Fox, who presents Laura Fox on 2FM at Weekends, said, "I’ve been a fan of Ireland’s Fittest Family for a long time, it’s such a feelgood, brilliant programme for all the family.
"Mairead Ronan was a fantastic presenter on the show, and I’m just delighted to be following in her footsteps.
"I can’t wait to get started working with the incredible team of coaches on the show and the super-fit families who are going to be coming our way to take part later this year. It’s a dream job for me."
Alan Tyler, Head of Entertainment Commissioning RTÉ said: "We’re delighted to announce Laura Fox joining Ireland’s Fittest Family as presenter, whilst the legendary Sonia O’Sullivan is coming onboard as a coach for the upcoming season.
"Laura is a rising star with a genuine passion for the show and this is a fantastic opportunity to bring her to screen. Ireland’s Fittest Family is a positive celebration of fitness, focus, and family, Sonia is the perfect addition to the line-up.
"Whenever Sonia competes, she plans to win, so it’s bound to make for another exciting competition this year".
