Ever since the global pandemic has set in, almost the entire world has been on a shutdown, including gyms, due to the risk of the virus spreading. Health freaks are going crazy about not being able to hit the gyms for their workout sessions. But with the incoming of the lockdowns, the concept of online workout sessions has become more popular and many people have started to stay healthy by following those sessions daily. Gym trainers have started conducting more live sessions on their social media pages by guiding their clients with the best workout to stay healthy.
But here's the good news for all the gym and workout freaks, as gyms all over the country have started to open up. As things open up slowly and people start going out, there are still risks of coming into contact with someone infected.
To keep yourselves and your loved ones safe, here are 11 things you must keep in mind before going to the gym during the coronavirus pandemic:
1. Call the gym beforehand to get information about how well prepared they are and what all precautions they are taking for keeping their incoming costumers safe.
2. Carry your own disinfectant, sanitizer, towels and water bottle. It is better to carry your own things than using something that might not be safe.
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3. Go during off-peak hours to avoid coming in contact with a lot of people. Try finding timings to go to the gym when fewer people are present.
4. Wipe every equipment with disinfectant before using it. Cleaning every equipment before using it reduces the risk of the virus being spread. For example, if you are doing bench press to make sure you clean your bench with disinfectant for the next member.
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5. Practice good hand hygiene by wash your hand after using each equipment and spraying the equipment you used by disinfectant and by keeping your hands off your face.
6. Try and maintain at least 6 feet of distance between you and the other members of the gym. It is better to come into contact with fewer people if possible and even if you do meet someone it is better to maintain a safe distance.
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7. Make sure the gym has proper cleaning routines and is following every guideline issued by the government to keep its members safe.
8. Stay home if you are not feeling well because by this you will not infect others with your virus.
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9. It is recommended to use Aarogya Setu App. Have it installed and keep the phone Buetooth on.
10. Before entering or exiting the premises, wipe off your sweat, wear your protective gears, and sanitize your hands and make sure you bath as soon as you reach home.
11. Don't feel shy to complain to the officials if you feel any member is not obeying the rules and risking the life of others at risk.
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These are just a few of the things to keep in mind while stepping into the gym. Taking these precautions is of the utmost importance. Though all the gym owners and workers are trying their best to keep their gyms clean and safe for their members, there are certain things that you should also keep in mind for your own and other's safety.
If you are hitting the gym, please follow all the rules and guidelines set in place. Stay healthy and stay safe.
