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During the pandemic, many of us spent more time at home sitting down. For our fitness, this situation causes us to think about activity much differently than ever before.<\/p>\nDuring the pandemic, many of us spent more time at home sitting down. For our fitness, this situation causes us to think about activity much differently than ever before.<\/p>\n
This new way of thinking requires us to be more independent about HOW and about WHEN we structure our routines for ourselves.<\/p>\n
HOW:<\/strong><\/p>\n If we can no longer go to a gym with other people, we must find ways to be active in our own homes. This requires just a bit of creativity, an internet search for at-home exercises, or access to online video classes.<\/p>\n WHEN:<\/strong><\/p>\n When living at home for an extended period, it becomes more important to set, and stick to, a self-imposed schedule.<\/p>\n In the end, creating your own routine to be completed in your own time gives you more flexibility to stay active, even after the quarantine period has ended.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" During the pandemic, many of us spent more time at home sitting down. For our fitness, this situation causes us to think about activity much differently than ever before. 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