The Coronavirus outbreak has affected us all in so many ways. Our work, our social life, shopping, and exercise have all been altered.
For the people passionate about fitness, not hitting the gym may be hard, but it is strongly advised to skip on them until the Pandemic is under control. Touching gym equipment poses a considerable risk, even if the place is huge and empty. You never know whether the gear has been adequately disinfected.
Although the gyms are not available, there is no reason not to work out anyway! It is more important now than ever to take good care of your health. Bear in mind that staying active affects not just your physical health but also your mental well-being, and reduces stress and anxiety.
Canceled plans, worrying about your health and the health of your loved ones, and the uncertainty that comes with such a major health crisis can put a lot of pressure on a person. That’s where fitness can come in and improve your mood.
Regular workouts can also help you structure your day. Without a schedule and things to get done during the day, anxiety and negative feelings may creep in.
So how do you keep strong and healthy while spending the majority of your day at home? To make sure your exercise is safe, stick to the home workouts.
Let’s take a look at some of the ways you can stay fit and improve your health and well-being.
Leverage Expert Advice
In response to the Coronavirus pandemic, we can see a lot of communities offering their services for free to help the citizens stay on track with their fitness routines. Core Pilates, HIIT, strength workouts, you can take your pick.
Popsugar Fitness offers fresh fitness tutorials and exercises designed by “Hollywood’s hottest celebrity trainers.” There are even dance workouts to lift your spirits and break a sweat.
You can also find guided videos and wellness tips on the Adidas Women channel. Acclaimed fitness trainers will lead you through a HIIT, Pilates, circuit workouts, strength exercises, and many more.
Planet Fitness and Crunch Fitness are offering free classes as well.
However, taking care of your health and staying fit is a lot easier with tips and guidance from the experts, so opting for effective workout DVDs is the safest bet to find the programs that deliver results.
There are even programs with different levels so that users of any age and fitness level can complete them. With well-planned home workouts, it’s much easier to stay engaged and work out during the lockdown.
Do a Full Body, No-Equipment Circuit Workout
If you are looking to increase cardiovascular fitness and strength at the same time, then circuit training is the go-to option since it offers the best of both worlds.
Cycling through a bunch of exercises targeting various muscle groups with minimal to no rest in between will kick your metabolism in high gear.
This is one of the most effective training styles, especially when you are time-crunched. Circuit training allows you to get maximum results in minimum time while hitting every muscle group in your body.
If you are not crazy about long workouts, then this one’s perfect for you since you can burn loads of calories in just 20 minutes and build strength too. And after you’ve done with your workout, your body keeps torching the calories for up to 48 hours.
There are even more benefits to this training style. You can reshape your body, gain lean muscle mass, and stimulate the release of metabolism-boosting hormones like testosterone and growth hormone.
Try Out Invigorating Yoga Workouts
Yoga is a great way to combat all the uncertainty, stress, and worries that come with the Coronavirus pandemic. It is known to reduce stress and anxiety, and help you find your inner balance.
Boho Beautiful offers yoga and Pilates classes on their YouTube channel. This travel yoga brand provides information and videos on yoga practice, meditation, and plant-based nutrition.
You are sure to enjoy invigorating workouts with idyllic destinations like Bali or Tibet as the backdrop.
An online yoga platform, Alo Moves, offers a wide range of yoga classes for persons at every level. Expert instructors from all over the world will empower you to achieve your fitness goals. You get to choose your perfect workout by its intensity and skill level needed to complete it.
The Girl with the Pilates Mat, aka Rachel Lawrence, provides the go-to pilates sessions on her YouTube channel. You can learn the fundamentals and also get your heart pumping and burn the excess calories with 30 Minute Full Body Mat Pilates Workout.
Free Home Workout Apps
With a little help from the right apps, you can train like a pro. And you don’t have to spend a penny while getting your body toned – the apps listed below are all free.
Asana Rebel’s yoga and fitness app features two new workouts every day, so you don’t get bored with the same old routine. You get full access to hundreds of exercises, from strength building to yoga and HIIT. And what’s also great, this app has some fantastic tracks that will boost your focus and stimulate your brainwave activity.
Daily Workouts Fitness Trainer allows you to choose which areas of physique you would like to work on. This simple app offers effective and proven 5 to 30-minute workouts demonstrated by a certified personal trainer. It is pretty easy to follow and understand all of the exercises.
Nike Training App is now free so that you can try out a wide variety of workout sessions. Full body, upper body, lower body, cardio, core workouts, or strength training – you name it, this app has it.
While the gyms and workout studios have temporarily closed their doors in efforts to contain the COVID-19 spread, you can find ways to exercise and stay healthy. Regular workouts can enhance your immune system and promote a positive mindset, which is invaluable while combating this worldwide health crisis.
With plenty of free at-home workouts and free apps, there is no need to splurge on expensive subscriptions. You can work out whenever you feel motivated and stay in shape during the lockdown without harming your monthly budget.
Jack Kewell is a writer, science editor, naturalist, entrepreneur. He is focused on writing and illustrating books. Also, he is a regular contributor to Smoothdecorator.
