With the closure of many gyms and fitness facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic, many Canadians have looked to find alternative and creative ways to exercise at home.
Ayanna Gibb, owner and instructor at Inspire Women’s Fitness, an all-women fitness studio in Langley, B.C., says her clients have found a use for numerous household items to complete workouts during her online classes.According to Gibb, items included using a plastic lid or Swiffer cleaning pad for glider workouts, and using the back of a chair or couch for balancing during barre classes.READ MORE: Small space and no equipment?
Here’s how you can still exerciseWhile hosting her classes virtually, Gibb says keeping her clients motivated and ensuring their voice is included.