Life as we know it has taken a 360 degree turn due to the COVID-19 pandemic and chances are it’s not going to be the same. The pandemic changes have also come into workouts, especially for those who are into fitness on a big scale. Most of us are desperate to figure a way out. Sheetal Shah, a fitness expert, Founder of Core Pilates Studio helps understand the various trending workouts and how you can choose the right one.
Whether it is your workplace environment or just being able to move around in public spaces, there are compromises that are there to stay in your life on a longer run. But we need to work our way around it so that one leads a life that’s healthy & holistic. Digital platforms have managed to bring workouts close to one’s homes with virtual classes and fitness regimes in minimum spaces. In these conditions, it’s essential to choose a trending workout that you can consider for staying healthy just the way you want it & of course, in a safer environment.
HOME WORKOUT
This would be an ideal option which allows anyone to easily train or work out from the confines of one’s home whenever one feels like and without abiding by any schedule or timing. Plus, there is not much investment required here, from equipment to travelling & gym fees. It is a win-win situation for fitness enthusiasts. Home workouts are a fantastic way to get regular bodyweight training which further helps in maintaining strength, better movement or agility, and much more.
HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING
If anyone is looking to burn big calories in no time, then HIIT would be the perfect choice. Since the metabolic rate remains high even after workout, fats get lost, along with enhanced oxygen use. The reason is HIIT being a combination of free weights, bodyweight exercises & cardio.
PILATES
This workout technique has been on the popularity chart for quite some time and now has upgraded with challenging newer techniques. Trust this workout method to strengthen one’s core, suppleness, get balanced muscle improvement and provide complete body development. Regular practice is known to create stronger & better muscles, along with improving one’s posture.
POLE FITNESS
In recent times, pole dancing has become quite trendy amongst those looking out for offbeat fitness techniques. It helps develop strong core muscles & upper body strength. Since the moves require users to climb, lift legs & hold weight, the result is developed abdomen & lower back muscles and abs. Pole dancing is all about having tough fun along with total body workout.
AERIAL WORKOUT
This is one workout technique that requires a little bit of space and investment. Aerial yoga & hoop and similar exercises are strength-based methods using a 30-foot ribbon hanging from the ceiling. This lengthy & strenuous workout is valuable in developing core & arm potency. Many classes offer beginner’s course for those interested, despite little fitness involvement. This workout is also great for increasing lung power. The only requirement for better motion is a regular focus on flexibility.
Outdoor Fitness
There is nothing that supersedes outdoor fitness when it comes to fitness workouts. It has been proven that regular outdoor exercise helps lower blood pressure apart from stabilising heart rate. Thus you feel less strained in outdoor workouts and aids in maximising your performance. Regular outdoor exercise is great for complete physical benefits that one gets normally from indoor ones. One also gets the much needed sunlight for Vitamin D.
Kickboxing
Those who appreciate boxing sounds but not the hard hitting & damaging techniques can go for Kickboxing. It also offers cardio exercises. In any good cardio kickboxing class, a complete body workout can be expected which involves every muscle in one’s body and focuses on the core. Quick movements involved enhance one’s flexibility, balance & co-ordination and improve reflexes.
