Group Exercise While Social Distancing

As the recommended guidelines slowly loosen regarding the current world situation, you may be eager to get back to your former fitness routine. Check out these tips for Group Exercise While Social Distancing.

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Social distancing has been tough in so many aspects of our lives, yet it has been essential to maintain everyone's health and safety. For people who really enjoy going to the gym and taking instructor-led classes, those in running groups or individuals who enjoy group cycling rides, it has been a lonely time.  As the guidelines begin to loosen, it may be possible to enjoy group exercise again. It just requires a little creativity and  following certain restrictions.

Tips for Group Exercise While Social Distancing

Exercise with a Neighbor

The great thing about a neighbor is that their home and garden is next door. So, it is possible to workout with your neighbor, while maintaining appropriate social distance. If the weather is nice, it can be fun to meet up in your backyards and do a workout together. All you need to do is perform activities such as the ones on www.worldathletics.org, and do them as close to the property line as possible.

Workout with your Family

If you are not practicing social distancing in the home, start a workout program with your family or roommate. It has been fun to get my kids involved in my daily workout routine. We try to hit up cardio and strength training several days a week. It keeps them active and motivates me to stick with my plan. In fact, exercising with loved ones can also be better for you because statistically, 92% of people stay compliant with their workout routine when they do it with family members. 

Participate in a Zoom Workout with Friends

Video-calling apps and computer programs have gained a lot of popularity over the past few months while many of us are stuck at home. With the help of Zoom, spending time away from loved ones isn't as challenging. It's not ideal, but at least you can interact and have a conversation. Programs like Facet Seven Fitness are taking this idea to a new level by offering a remote wellness program. Head to www.facetsevenfitness.com to learn more. The main thing to keep in mind is that you and your friends can all sign-up and meet up to exercise. Of course, you can design a DIY program and do it via an app if you don't want to spend any money as well, but Facet Seven Fitness is so convenient!

Try Out Some New Sports

While most sports involve contact, some already follow social distancing rules, like tennis. Tennis is a perfect example because there are several feet and a net in the way of you and the other player. In parts of the United States, like Maine, the laws have been relaxed. So, people are allowed to play tennis while following specific requirements to maintain recommended guidelines. Golf is another activity that is approved as long as the 6 feet is maintained between players and other specific rules are followed. Use this www.dw.com post as inspiration.

So Tell Me...

How are you maintaining your fitness while social distancing? Do you exercise with your family members at home? Have you tried any remote fitness classes? If so, I would love to hear about it!

Thank you so much for stopping by. As always, I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below. Have a great week!