Alternatives to Going to the Gym While Social Distancing
There is a lot going on right now in the midst of COVID-19 and many businesses are closing, operating in very limited capacity and having employees work from home. We are also all being encouraged to distance ourselves socially or remain at home. Being outside and or being active is a great way to social distance yourself, be healthy and connect with yourself and nature. This post is meant to provide some positivity, empowerment and to help fight being stir crazy during this time.
Cycling
Cycling was deemed one of the essential activities that should still continue while we are social distancing. Getting out and riding with your family can help bring you closer together as well as allow you to enjoy the outside. If you do not have your own bike Folsom Bike, a local Folsom bike shop, is still currently open and they offer a wide variety of rental bikes that can easily be set up for you and your family. Situated directly across from the American River Bike Trail in Folsom, this would be a great point to start and finish a ride!
Rentals and rental information for Folsom Bike can be found here.
Walk Around the Neighborhood/Running
Another great way to be outside and active can be right outside your door! Just getting your blood pumping by taking a brisk walk or run around the neighborhood can do some good and help fight the cabin fever of being locked in the house. Taking the dogs for a walk or letting the kids bike and scooter around the neighborhood can help break that social isolation and allow you to be outside. Just make sure to keep a safe six feet distance from other people you may encounter while in the neighborhood, just to practice safety.
Hiking
What better way to social distance yourself than taking a hike! Heading over to Skunk Hollow off of Salmon Falls or Horsetail Falls and the Lake Clementine Trail in Auburn would be great hikes to social distance yourself and connect with nature. Hiking around Lake Berryessa would be another great place to escape. Below are some lists of hikes around us!
Here is a list of some hikes around Auburn
Here is a list of some hikes around Lake Berryessa
Here is a list of some hikes around Folsom
At Home Workouts
Just because the gyms are closed does not mean you have to stop working out or lose your gainz! There are quite a few Instagrammers and YouTubers that have some pretty great alternative home workouts and body weight exercises to keep fit while still social distancing.
Natacha Océane
She has the best at home workouts to get the blood pumping! They kick my ass every time I do them! She has great workouts, food/diet and all around great fitness content! Check out her:
20 Min Full Body Workout- No Equipment
15 Min Fat Burning HIIT Workout- No Equipment
You can find her YouTube Channel here
And follow her on Instagram for more workouts here
Fraser Wilson
He has so many awesome at home workouts! His videos are so easy to follow along with and he provide great dynamic and compound movements to help you achieve a hard workout from your home. He has plenty of videos for at home and gym workouts. Check out his:
10 Min Morning Workout- No Equipment
10 Min Perfect Abs Workout- No Equipment
You can find his YouTube Channel here
And follow him on Instagram for more workouts here
Mentality is everything. It is a scary time but getting outside and centering yourself can be a great way to fight the anxiety that we are all feeling in this time. Myself and Brooke are resources for you all and if you have questions or just want a distraction I am here! My phone number is 916-801-0457 or you can shoot me an email at awhatley@golyon.com or follow me on Instagram at @austin_whatley. Supporting each other, being active and practicing good hygiene is so important during this time!
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