With many gyms and exercise classes closing due to the coronavirus, many of our exercise routines have been thrown for a loop. However, just because our normal workout routines have been altered doesn’t mean that we can’t get great exercise!

Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Farragut explains why.

Are At-Home Workouts Really Beneficial?

Yes! Even if you are used to strength training with workout equipment, you can learn to utilize your space at home and your own body weight to get great workouts.

Once you have designated an area and purchased the proper free weights, mats or whatever you might need, working out at home is a great option. There are thousands of online videos that can walk you through the specific type of workout you might be looking for. These videos, coupled with consistency and good form, can yield great results.

Perks of Working Out at Home

• More cost-effective
• More convenient
• Health risks are both nullified or largely decreased
• More privacy
• Self-paced

What If My Gym Has Reopened?

It’s OK to consider going back! But it’s important to consider that gyms are considered one of the highest risk spaces for COVID-19 transmission.

Before returning to your local gym, call and ask about their COVID-19 safety precautions. Due to the amount of sweat and body fluids emitted in gyms, they can be unsafe places if the right health measures aren’t taken.

How to Stay Safe at the Gym

• Wipe down equipment with cleaning wipes before and after use.
• Remain six feet apart from other gym-goers.
• Wear a mask in between exercises.
• Minimize locker room usage.

Getting exercise this year remains very important. If you have found that your health is struggling due to a lack of exercise, feel free to visit us at AFC Urgent Care Farragut!