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Going back to the gym?

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Allmyarseandpeggymartin · 21/07/2020 20:16

How are you all feeling about going back to the gym? Mine is due to open and I do want to go back as I’m WFH and not getting any exercise.

I’m overweight and keen to get fit but I read a graph by the texas medical association who classed it as a “high risk” activity - now I’m dithering?

Any thoughts?

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LockdownLoser · 23/07/2020 17:33

I am going back, I have PT sessions booked in twice a week starting Monday.

I am early 30s, healthy weight, no underlying health conditions, white and female all of which makes me low risk even of I do pick it up.

Apart from which I am fairly sure we had it in March.

Spodge · 23/07/2020 17:51

Can't wait. My local gyms are taking fewer people than they are allowed to make sure distancing is adequate and feels safe.

Orangeblossom78 · 23/07/2020 18:29

I'm going early now, for a training day tomorrow, booked at a quiet time so that should be nice. before the main opening on Sat- they are checking out how it works first

ListeningQuietly · 25/07/2020 12:23

I went to mine this morning
it was WONDERFUL

AliceinBunnyland · 25/07/2020 12:27

I have been a member of the gym for about 6 years but I'm cancelling it now.

I have enjoyed going for walks, runs and doing Les Mills Body Combat on Youtube and all without a drive to and from the gym (20-25 minutes).

Part of what I enjoyed about working out at the gym was a sauna or steam after and we can't do that.

My favourite yoga class doesn't appear to be on and was popular before so I imagine it will be hard to get a space when it comes back.

AliceinBunnyland · 25/07/2020 12:30

And this is without the Covid risk.

I don't believe it's safe enough.

I really recommend trying Les Mills classes online for anyone who enjoys them. I haven't even subscribed yet. I just do them on YouTube.

Parker231 · 25/07/2020 12:33

I’ve been to my gym this morning. Hadn’t realised how much I’d missed being in an actual gym. Was so good to be back. Looking forward to another PT this week and a couple of classes. The changes they have made to keep everyone safe were excellent.

Orangeblossom78 · 25/07/2020 13:00

Here is a pool in London in case anyone wants to see what it is like- run by same place as mine.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53534919

ListeningQuietly · 25/07/2020 13:13

Our changing rooms were open just fine

RunningFromInsanity · 25/07/2020 13:18

First session back this morning! Super happy!

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