{"id":4834,"date":"2020-05-27T19:50:47","date_gmt":"2020-05-27T19:50:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wellness\/?p=4834"},"modified":"2021-02-23T15:35:41","modified_gmt":"2021-02-23T15:35:41","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-about-exercising-during-a-pandemic-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wellness\/blog\/what-you-need-to-know-about-exercising-during-a-pandemic-2\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Need to Know about Exercising during a Pandemic"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Let\u2019s get physical<\/span>!<\/span>\u00a0Physical activity is beneficial\u00a0<\/span>for\u00a0<\/span>your physical and mental health. During the\u00a0<\/span>uncertain\u00a0<\/span>times of\u00a0<\/span>the\u00a0<\/span>COVID-19\u00a0<\/span>pandemic,\u00a0<\/span>it<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s\u00a0<\/span>best to workout outside while maintaining\u00a0<\/span>a\u00a0<\/span>physical distance from others.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, it\u2019s not always possible to exercise outside.\u00a0<\/span>It may be snowing or raining. You may not live close to lakes or trails<\/span>. Or you may not feel safe walking or running around your own\u00a0<\/span>neighborhood<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

That\u2019s why a<\/span>s gyms, fitness centers, and various sports start to open\u00a0<\/span>this<\/span>\u00a0fall, you may be asking yourself,\u00a0<\/span>D<\/span><\/i>o I need to wear a mask while I\u2019m working out?<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span>Spoiler: t<\/span>he answer is YES!\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It is<\/span>\u00a0totally<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>possible to work out with a mask on.\u00a0<\/span>It\u2019s a\u00a0<\/span>fact that\u00a0<\/span>m<\/span>asks do<\/span>n\u2019t\u00a0<\/span>decrease the amount of oxygen getting into your lungs<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are a few things to keep in mind before masking-up and jumping into your workout<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Go the Distance with Physical Distancing\u00a0<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Masks are an effective tool for combating the spread of COVID-19. However, they<\/span>\u2019<\/span>re only successful in reducing the spread when paired with physical distancing and proper disinfecting.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

That means while you\u2019re working\u00a0<\/span>out or exerting yourself<\/span>\u00a0in any capacity<\/span>, the guidelines for physical distancing increase from\u00a0<\/span>six<\/span>\u00a0feet<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>to 12 feet. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Slow & Steady Wins the Pandemic Exercise<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you feel uncomfortable\u00a0<\/span>about\u00a0<\/span>wearing a mask while working out, start small by going for a walk with a mask on before\u00a0<\/span>diving\u00a0<\/span>into a high-intensity workout.\u00a0<\/span>Practice<\/span>\u00a0wearing your mask for a few hours a day with light physical activity. Maybe start with a\u00a0<\/span>30-minute<\/span>\u00a0walk around the block.<\/span>.. or the beautiful Lake Winona.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

S<\/span>lowly increase the amount of time you wear your mask and the intensity of the workout until you feel comfortable. Once you\u2019ve gotten your body and breathing familiar with working out w<\/span>hile wearing<\/span>\u00a0a mask, then try ramping up\u00a0<\/span>your\u00a0<\/span>exercise.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Expect that you may not be able to perform at your usual fitness level.\u00a0<\/span>You may experience an elevated heart rate<\/span><\/a>, especially when you\u2019re running uphill or doing other intense workouts. This doesn\u2019t mean that you have a decreased amount of oxygen\u2014it’s your body\u2019s natural response to potential breathing restrictions. Watch your pace in case you experience lightheadedness, dizziness, numbness or tingling<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0and shortness of breath.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Cover Up the Right Way<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Find the right type of mask for working out.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Paper and disposable masks can have an increased amount of moisture build<\/span>–<\/span>up. This causes the mask to become wet, which reduces the effectiveness of the mask\u2019s ability to block germs.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Look for masks that<\/span>\u2019<\/span>re made from\u00a0<\/span>breathable cotton fabrics<\/span><\/a>\u00a0that can help absorb the increased amount of moisture.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Stock Up on Masks<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Consider bringing multiple masks to your workout if you<\/span>\u2019<\/span>ll be exercising for more than 30 minutes. This will\u00a0<\/span>allow you<\/span>\u00a0to change your mask in case one becomes too wet<\/span>\u00a0with moisture<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Remember to not touch the front of the mask while removing<\/span>\u00a0it<\/span>, and\u00a0<\/span>you should place it\u00a0<\/span>in a plastic zip-lock bag to bring\u00a0<\/span>back\u00a0<\/span>home to wash.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Check In with Yourself<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

If any\u00a0<\/span>of your\u00a0<\/span>symptoms become too intense<\/span><\/a>, slow down your workout. If you experience either<\/span>\u00a0lightheadedness or dizziness while you exercise<\/span>, take some deep breaths and slow your pace.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Should this continue, slowly\u00a0<\/span>make your way outside and keep away from others.\u00a0<\/span>Then r<\/span>emove your mask by the ear loops to get some fresh air.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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The COVID-19 pandemic doesn\u2019t have to\u00a0<\/span><\/span>be your excuse for not prioritizing your<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>physical and mental health<\/span><\/span>. So, go on and get physical!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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– Amy Nelson ’19<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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