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7 tips to fit in your workout, no gym required
Whether you’re a fitness fanatic or casual gym goer, the thought of picking up a dumbbell covered in germs is enough to make anyone cringe. And as the pandemic marches on (even as we slowly move towards vaccination), you might be even less inclined to get your butt to the gym than ever before.
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But if staying active is an important part of your life (hint: it should be!) you might be wondering how you’re supposed to go about this whole at-home workout thing.
Thankfully, it’s easier than you probably think.
“A lot of what you’ll find with most at-home workouts is about maintaining your current level of fitness,” says exercise physiologist Katie Lawton. “And with exercise and movement, consistency is always key.”
Here Lawton shares some practical advice about how to stay active at home:
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