Experts say the vaccines work extremely well at protecting you from COVID-19.
But recent data shows that when people dont follow safety protocol, gyms can be a hotbed of COVID-19.
In Honolulu last year, a fitness instructor taught a spin class hours before experiencing his first symptoms.
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Is there a sign on the door that says that the gym takes it seriously?
Before returning, Pottinger says to peek if the gym has a statement on its website acknowledging COVID-19.
Look for Good Ventilation
Its also important that gyms have a strong air filtration or circulation process.
This is especially important when participating in high intensity exercise like indoor cardio or dance classes.
He recommends looking for masks from sports apparel stores for models that are best for exercise.
According to CDC guidelines, fully vaccinated people may spend time together indoors without masks on.
you’re free to always walk away as well.
What one person feels to be safe might be different for somebody else, Pottinger says.
I think we should respect that people have different thresholds of safety.
Base the intensity of the exercise on the initial easy workout, and you ramp up as tolerated.
Besides, youre not going to make up for a year of COVID-19 in a day.
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