Table of contents:
- Tips for sports enthusiasm during quarantine
- 1. Start small
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- 2. Exercise briefly
- 3. Exercise with other people
- 4. Exercise in the morning or after work
- 5. Make an exercise schedule
- 6. Make exercise a habit
- 7. Doing sports for 30 days
More and more people are realizing the importance of exercise during home quarantine. Unfortunately, the habit of being silent during quarantine sometimes makes a person discouraged from sports. In fact, exercise can make the body healthier and ready to face the COVID-19 pandemic.
Even light exercise is beneficial for the body. This activity can improve immune system function and even remove bacteria from the respiratory tract. You don't have to go outside, either, as there are many types of indoor sports you can do during the quarantine period.
Tips for sports enthusiasm during quarantine
The benefits of exercise will certainly increase if done consistently during the quarantine period. To be consistent, you need to build a strong will and enthusiasm. Here are a series of tips that will make you more enthusiastic about exercising:
1. Start small
When starting a new habit, start small first. Forcing yourself to exercise will actually make you tired, run out of energy, and ultimately refuse to continue the habit.
Start with moderate exercise two days a week. When you are comfortable, add to the three days, four days, and finally five days of the week. After getting used to it, you can also try types of sports that are more draining.
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DeathDistribution Map2. Exercise briefly
The right exercise does not have to be done for a long duration. In fact, you really just have to do high-intensity interval training (HIIT) for 10-15 minutes to stay in shape during the quarantine period.
Not only HIIT, you can also try other variations of exercise such as cardio training, weight lifting, aerobic exercise, and so on. Do this for the same amount of time until you get used to it, then add to 30 minutes to burn the extra calories.
3. Exercise with other people
The spirit of exercise during quarantine will increase when you do it with other people. Exercise together is also more fun because you can help each other, encourage, or even compete in certain types of sports.
So, invite your parents, siblings, or your partner to start exercising together. Create a regular schedule so everyone can participate. If you are separated because of that social distancing, try exercising while calling through video call.
4. Exercise in the morning or after work
The best time to exercise is in the morning. What's more, you haven't been preoccupied with work or other time-consuming activities. You can also exercise while enjoying the cool morning air in the yard.
However, there is nothing wrong with exercising at the end of the day if you really have to start activities early in the morning. Once the job is done, start by warming up and stretching. Then, continue with the usual training session.
5. Make an exercise schedule
After determining a comfortable time to exercise, create a simple exercise schedule. The schedule not only makes you more enthusiastic, but also trains you to be more disciplined in carrying out sports during quarantine.
Mark your mobile calendar and fill in the required exercise duration. Make this an activity that shouldn't be disturbed like a job or a meeting. That way, you won't be easily distracted by other things.
6. Make exercise a habit
Any activity will feel easier when it becomes a habit, as is exercise. This is because exercise is already stored in your brain. Instead of feeling lazy, your body wants to keep exercising.
For example, if you want to exercise in the morning five days a week, try to create a routine that consists of getting up early, brushing your teeth, eating breakfast, and exercising. The same way can also be applied to sports in the afternoon.
7. Doing sports for 30 days
One thing that might discourage sports during quarantine is the quarantine period itself. In conditions of uncertainty like today, you cannot be sure how long you have to adjust your work and exercise schedule.
Try to focus on exercising for 30 days first. If at the end of the month you still don't like exercising, you can stop. However, if you actually feel fitter, it means that you have succeeded in living a healthier life. Try to continue this activity again.
Building a sports spirit while undergoing quarantine is not easy. You have to be patient and commit to fighting yourself for a healthier life. Erratic conditions during quarantine can also be demoralizing.
The key is to start small and not push yourself. Make goals and schedules that you can easily follow. Also, give yourself time to rest so that these beneficial activities don't drain too much energy.
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