How Can You Stay Fit Within the Comfort of your Home?

Working out is the most important habit a person needs to implement in his life to ensure both physical and mental health. A lot of people prefer to go to a fitness centre or a gym to achieve their fitness goals. But, the lockdown taught everyone a very simple lesson – anything and everything can be done at home. It is rightly said, that all one needs is a WiFi or a decent data connection, a yoga mat, sports shoes and you’re good to go.

Rewarding Oneself with Good Health

Exercising the body holds innumerable health benefits and helps in keeping the body stable in the long run. Some of the major benefits or working out are as follows:

• Cognition and Anxiety Relief – Simple workouts for even just half hour can help improve the thinking ability in kids. As for adults, it can lower the effects of depression, thus allowing the mind to rest. This is extremely important as the brain helps the body heal during a state of rest. Any interruptions can disrupt this process.
• Healthy Heart, Healthy Body – The heart as we all know, pumps blood to the entire body. Working out can help in lowering blood pressure while improving the cholesterol levels. Any activity that can get the heart racing gives it the task to keep things normal within the body.
• Keeping the Foundation Intact – The skeletal system is literally the backbone of the human body. It does the task of carrying the weight of various other body systems within. Just like a car, the bones in a human body need constant servicing. Exercises build upon the strength of bones and increase their density, and this needs to be kept in mind especially post 40s.

Plethora of Fitness Routines to Choose From

As of today, humans have found more than a dozen different forms of workouts. They are subjected to the comfort zones of each individual, but there are plenty for those willing to explore.

• Zumba –This is the most common form of workout as it combines the fun elements of dance and exercise at the same time. The fact that it uses music, makes it relatable to majority of the crowd. It is also beneficial to any person, belonging to any age group.
• Kickboxing – This one tends to be a little more intense but add to it the benefit of it acting as a stress buster – and you have a win-win situation. This involves moves taken from the sport of boxing which is also a great way to vent out any inbuilt frustration. It also helps increasing stamina and energy levels.
• Running – Running is another common form of workout that is easy and requires no equipment whatsoever. Find a spot that you feel will refresh your mind and start running. Perfect remedy for even one of those days where there is no time to do a full-fledged workout.
• Yoga–An ancient technique with plenty of health benefits, this form is enough to alter your day completely. It helpsto regulate breathing, enhances body’s flexibility, calms the mind, and also brings a feeling of complete peace. Every asana or pose has its own specialty and targets a particular part of the body.

Staying Fit amidst a Pandemic

The one thing common among all of the above workouts is that they can be done anytime and anywhere. A recent report on the global virtual fitness market by Research Dive has offered insights into how virtual fitness programs are becoming more popular these days than ever. The COVID-19 pandemic served as a reminder for it and also inspired people to take up virtual fitness classes. Being among just the four walls of a house for months is indeed difficult. But, all one needs to do is train the body to maintain a balance as it will not only boost good health but also your endorphin levels. This will help the mind veer away from other unhealthy thoughts and refresh it with more positivity, which in turn will elevate the mood.

There cannot be enough said about the advantages of including working out into one’s daily routine. As they say, ‘sound mind, in a sound body’.

About the Author(s)

Princy A. J

Princy holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the prestigious Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. University at Chennai, India. After a successful academic record, she pursued her passion for writing. A thorough professional and enthusiastic writer, she enjoys writing on various categories and advancements in the global industries. She plays an instrumental role in writing about current updates, news, blogs, and trends.