How To Stay Active At Home
Lots of gyms are still open and have implemented new cleaning policies, but many people are choosing to stay away for the time being. Yes, we might be a bit cooped up, but guess who is also stuck at home? Some of the best fitness gurus in the country! Clear some room somewhere in your house, pop on your gym leggings and get ready for a home workout.
Workout Videos
This workout video from Group HIIT is perfect for a make-shift gym session because it doesn’t require any equipment and lets you play your music. The fast and compact movements are also a great way to get moving even if you don’t have a lot of space.
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Fitness Influencers
Cardiff fitness influencer Carys Whittaker is sharing at-home workout routines on her Instagram stories along with little motivational messages to keep you going.
Online Subscriptions
If you’re willing to spend the £15 one-off payment, GymCube offers 700 home workout videos along with live-streamed sessions. Remember, there’s nothing like a bit of group pressure to make you push yourself a bit more. Plus, the package comes with a lifestyle and nutrition guide with lots of healthy recipes to try!
Fit Tip – Band Single Shoulder Press
Step 1 Stand on band with one foot and hold opposite end with an upward, extended arm.
Step 2 Lower arm to a bent position to in line with head.
Step 3 Perform this exercise with good control, working against the resistance of the band. pic.twitter.com/QdGIERAJOh— GymCube (@GymCube) September 30, 2019
Live-streamed Classes
And after all of that, you might need something to help you wind-down in the evenings. Yoga can improve your sleep and help you keep a level head during stressful times. Lots of local yoga studio are offering pre-recorded or live-streamed online sessions:
Om Studio, Roath: https://omstudio.co.uk/yoga-classes
Yoga Place, Abertawe: http://www.yogaplace.co.uk/wales-abertawe/
Hot Yoga Health, Newport: https://hotyogahealth.uk/live-streaming-from-hyh
Even with all these online resources, staying indoors for too long can still drive you a bit crazy. At the time of writing the official government advice is anyone, except for people in households with symptoms or who have pre-existing health conditions, can go for a walk independently so long as they remain 2 metres away from other walkers. For more information on how to stay safe when you’re out on a walk, visit the Welsh Ramblers website.