Physical activity at home during the COVID-19 lockdown in India: Need of the hour for optimum physical health and psychological resilience
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered Se- vere Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV2).World Health Organization (WHO) has advised certain precautions to shield uninfected people and prevent the spread of COVID-19 like freque...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Edizioni FS
2020-07-01
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| Series: | Journal of Health and Social Sciences |
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| Online Access: | https://journalhss.com/wp-content/uploads/jhss_52_187-192.pdf |
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| Summary: | Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered Se- vere Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV2).World Health Organization (WHO) has advised certain precautions to shield uninfected people and prevent the spread of COVID-19 like frequent cleaning of hands with soap and water or alcohol-based rub, avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with the hands, follow good respiratory hygiene and exercise physical distancing measures. The closure of gyms, fitness clubs, parks, and other public places due to lockdown and other social distancing measures, however, is challenging the physically active lifestyle, particularly for those who are not habitual to exercise at home. Regular physical activity benefits both physical and mental health. It can reduce high blood pressure, help manage overweight, improve immune regulation, reduce the risk of getting heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke, and various cancers- all conditions which increase vulnerability to COVID-19. In this viewpoint we overview several ways to stay active and reduce sedentary behavior while at home such as short active bre- aks and exercises, breaking up sitting, using online resources for being active, deep breaths, and meditation. Maintaining regular physical activity using the aforementioned measures in a safe home environment is an important strategy for physical health and emotional resilience during the coronavirus crisis. |
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| ISSN: | 2499-5886 2499-2240 |