Reopening Gyms
Open gyms with the potential for members to book a time slot of an hour, keeping in line with social distancing (depending on size of gym can let less/more folk in). Can also introduce lesser opening hours so gyms can always be manned. No gym classes are available to maintain social distancing but equipment can be used.
Gym equpiment must be wiped sown with disinfectant before and after use, gym staff should be on hand to make sure this is possible. Use of gym mats is prohibited for the time being, only sticking to exercise machines and free weights, potentially machines.
Gym equpiment must be wiped sown with disinfectant before and after use, gym staff should be on hand to make sure this is possible. Use of gym mats is prohibited for the time being, only sticking to exercise machines and free weights, potentially machines.
Why the contribution is important
Gyms are a safe space for a lot of people, giving them the endorphin release and mental wellbeing they need to help them feel good about themselves. Reopening gyms gives people the chance to get back into a routine and keep them motivated to do something positive instead of sitting about the house. Also reintroduces money into the economy.
by ciaraaosheaa on May 05, 2020 at 01:17PM
Posted by Ranger2dog May 05, 2020 at 13:33
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Posted by dalrob1964 May 05, 2020 at 13:35
Gyms are notorious for failing to keep clean as people dont follow guidelines on machine wipe downs before the virus
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Posted by Clayton41 May 05, 2020 at 13:38
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Posted by Ed May 05, 2020 at 13:39
Some people only exercise in these locations.
Particularly children and young people who live and breath swimming.
Some people only swim.
Pools are chlorinated, and this virus has very little chance of hurting children.
Keeping children in dorms for 23 hours a day is serious and will have an impact for many years if this is not resolved quickly. At least allow young people that swim to return to their swimming clubs.
We have to start somewhere, putting children and young people first should eb the highest priority in terms of deciding what we relax first.
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Posted by JudithSyson May 05, 2020 at 13:57
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Posted by hunter_jim May 05, 2020 at 15:39
There is scope for gyms to further minimise risk by taking out of commission equipment such as running machines that may have an increased risk of enabling virus spread. However the use of free weights and static equipment, possibly with separating screens would be easily managed both for use and cleaning.
Small gym use can be achieved safely with minimal risk and could be a significant boost to mental health and general well-being. The lockdown may prove increasingly challenging to maintain as people become negatively affected, depressed or start pushing back the boundaries. Allowing a relatively safe release, increasing daily exercise and enabling safe social contact will have significant benefits and help maintain support for the current approach.
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Posted by Invlad May 05, 2020 at 15:47
Would be worthwhile for physical/mental health and wellbeing if properly managed.
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Posted by bank65 May 05, 2020 at 17:56
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