Fitness Activity

31/08/2020

The COVID-19 pandemic means that many of us are staying at home and sitting down more than we usually do. It is hard for a lot of us to do the sort of exercise we normally do. But at a time like this, it’s very important for people of all ages and abilities to be as active as possible. NSS volunteers of unit I participated in fitness activity. Keeping in mind the social distancing the volunteers participated in the activity through videos enthusiastically shared their exercise routines.  Realizing the importance of staying fit students adopted different forMS of exercise like yoga, skipping, weight exercises, walk etc. Be Active fitness activity aim to promote exercise and regular physical activity which benefits both the body and mind. It can reduce high blood pressure, help manage weight and reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and various cancers - all conditions that can increase susceptibility to COVID-19. The volunteers mentioned that these daily exercise regimes help them to stay physically fit and helps in keeping their mind at peace. Some of the volunteers mentioned that yoga helps them in staying healthy and helps in strengthening the immune system. Walking safely maintaining social distance with all precautions is helpful in connecting with the nature early morning adding up to the health benefit. Regular physical activity can help give our days a routine and be a way to stay in contact with family and friends. It’s also good for our mental health - reducing the risk of depression, cognitive decline and delay the onset of dementia - and improve overall feelings.