Those people you go out of your way to avoid in the gym? Suddenly you miss them – not so much their long, drawn out, unnecessary gossip, but more so just being able to go to the gym. Frustrations of the fitness world increase daily, while rumors of a new pandemic sweep the public; fear of weight gain during isolation, otherwise known as the quarantine 15.
Crushing Calories
Crushing calories during the government shutdown (covid-19) of gym facilities prohibit many of us from carrying out our typical workout regimen. With no sign of the coronavirus slowing down, it may feel as if the physique you are chasing is no longer attainable. Lack of equipment and resources can put a real strain on progress. Gym memberships and workout routines are hindered, but you don’t have to be another statistic.
The good news is you can follow social distancing parameters and still attain your goals. Unless you are looking to become the next Arnold Schwarzenegger, then you are the exception. But for the rest of us, staying active, maintaining our strength, and managing our weight are all of great importance to us.
For those that don’t mind spending more time looking at a screen than they have to, check out Daily Burn. This website provides more than enough for any individual to meet their fitness goals. Daily Burn offers a variety of workouts for those interested in yoga, running, or just trying to stay fit at home. You can stream the workouts on your TV or phone too. Due to the virus, they are offering a 30 day free trial with the option to cancel at any time!
Just about everyone on the planet has heard the name brand Nike. What most people don’t know is that they waived their $15 monthly fee for usage of their Nike Training Club app (NTC). With the closing of gyms across the globe, Nike is stepping in to serve the people and to prove their mission in fostering physical fitness for all.
That’s right, anyone can download NTC for free and get over 185 different workouts. This includes cardio, strength training, yoga, and more! You can even choose the duration of your workout to be 15, 30, or 45 minutes long. Nutrition tips, workout routines, and wellness guidance coming from trained professionals would cost anyone $15, but now it’s free for everyone! You can thank coronavirus for that, at least.
Can’t stop watching TV? That’s ok…. every commercial = 10 body squats now. Can’t stop scrolling through your social media feeds to see what everyone else is doing?…. or not doing? Go viral! (not virus) with a quarantine social media challenge, search the hashtag #pushupchallenge on instagram, twitter, or facebook and give it a go! You decide the number of pushups and video yourself doing them, then post and call out one or two others to keep the challenge going!
For those that have to work on their laptops all day and want nothing more than to get away from the dreaded screen, here are 10 things you can do to crush calories and maintain your social distance:
- Explore the neighborhood, go for a walk.
- Already went for a walk?…twice today?… everyday this week?….Try walking with headphones and vibe out to your favorite music!
- Take to the trails – go for a hike.
- High school is forever, right? Bring a ball and whoever else you’ve been quarantining with and have a catch.
- Remember those rollerblades you haven’t used in years? Use them.
- How about that bike that needs air? Give it some, then get going!
- That room isn’t going to paint itself. Today is the day.
- The snow is melting and neighbors will soon shame you for being the only house on the block with a lawn full of leaves. Break out the rake!
- Tired of the same old scene? Rearrange your furniture and redecorate the house.
- It’s April already?! The birds are chirping – time for spring cleaning!
- Eating healthier
BONUS!
- How many calories does it take to burn that junk food you DIDN’T eat? None.
