What you need to know about gyms reopening in NSW after coronavirus lockdown
4 years, 9 months ago

What you need to know about gyms reopening in NSW after coronavirus lockdown

ABC  

Gyms and other indoor fitness facilities will finally reopen across New South Wales tomorrow after being closed for three months. "We would ask members only use the gym for one hour," CEO Richard Errington said, so more customers can cycle through. "Members will be able to book seven classes per week," FitnessFirst's Head of Operations Rikki Feliciak said. The State Government's COVID-19 Safety Plan stipulates gyms must have "strategies in place to reduce crowding and promote physical distancing".

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Covid cases are rising again, should you skip gym?
2 years, 7 months ago

Covid cases are rising again, should you skip gym?

Live Mint  

After two long years of the new normal of life in a pandemic, Indians are eager to move on and return to life as we knew it. There is more space, the air is clean, and the lower risk of contracting covid-19 brings mental relief, says Dr. Manoj Sharma, senior consultant for internal medicine at the Fortis Hospital in Vasant …

Why just us? Delhi gyms seek relief amid
3 years, 2 months ago

Why just us? Delhi gyms seek relief amid

Hindustan Times  

Following the Maharashtra government’s decision to allow gyms to reopen at 50% capacity with safety protocols, Delhi gym owners and trainers are requesting some relief from the state to have the gyms reopened with Covid-19-appropriate restrictions. Delhi gym owners and trainers protested outside the residence of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday “We staged a symbolic protest to request …

South Australia's COVID-19 lockdown is ending — here's what you will and won't be able to do
3 years, 7 months ago

South Australia's COVID-19 lockdown is ending — here's what you will and won't be able to do

ABC  

Provided there are no "unlinked" cases of COVID-19 detected in the community, South Australia's lockdown will be lifted at 12:01am on Wednesday morning. Key points: The week-long lockdown is expected to be lifted just after midnight on Wednesday morning Schools and many businesses will be allowed to reopen Tough restrictions on social activities will remain While emerging out of lockdown …

COVID cluster at gym sends hundreds into quarantine in Hong Kong
4 years ago

COVID cluster at gym sends hundreds into quarantine in Hong Kong

Live Mint  

A coronavirus outbreak at a gym popular with expatriates in Hong Kong has resulted in over 240 people being sent into quarantine, the city's government said, with positive cases spilling into the banking sector and the city's international school network. Hong Kong's health bureau told a briefing that a COVID-19 cluster emerged at Ursus Fitness, a gym in the trendy …

Coronavirus spreads readily in gyms when people don’t wear masks
4 years ago

Coronavirus spreads readily in gyms when people don’t wear masks

LA Times  

Emily Marczyk of Irvine works out at a 24-Hour Fitness in Costa Mesa in September. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging stricter precautions for gym users after tracing coronavirus outbreaks to fitness centers in Hawaii and Chicago that left dozens of patrons with COVID-19. “I think that’s just a recipe for disaster.” The first of the two …

Gym and leisure centre closures pose ‘major threat’ to nation’s health, warns UK Active
4 years, 2 months ago

Gym and leisure centre closures pose ‘major threat’ to nation’s health, warns UK Active

The Independent  

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Small gyms devastated by coronavirus fear, restrictions
4 years, 5 months ago

Small gyms devastated by coronavirus fear, restrictions

The Independent  

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Small gyms devastated by coronavirus fear, restrictions
4 years, 5 months ago

Small gyms devastated by coronavirus fear, restrictions

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — There’s little evidence of Americans’ passion for fitness at the tens of thousands of small and independent gyms around the country. Hanover’s big worry: A surge in cases that might prompt officials to force gyms to go back to holding only outdoor classes and one-on-one training sessions indoors. In a thriving fitness center or small gym, people …

7 Tips for Safely Returning to the Gym During the Covid-19 Pandemic
4 years, 5 months ago

7 Tips for Safely Returning to the Gym During the Covid-19 Pandemic

News 18  

It’s quite understandable that after months of staying at home, working from home, and even working out at home, you may want to return to the gym to meet your weight loss or fitness goals. A recent study in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology points out that although “gyms and workout classes provide a sense of community, support, …

Victorian gym owners plead to reopen amid mental health concerns and 'rush of cancellations'
4 years, 6 months ago

Victorian gym owners plead to reopen amid mental health concerns and 'rush of cancellations'

ABC  

A new coalition of Victorian gym owners has come together in an effort to pressure the State Government to reclassify fitness venues as essential services. Key points: More than 50 Victorian gyms have joined forces to call for restrictions on the fitness industry to be eased The coalition says gyms are an "essential service" and can help Victorians with their …

Making Gyms Safer: Why The Virus Is Less Likely To Spread There Than In A Bar
4 years, 6 months ago

Making Gyms Safer: Why The Virus Is Less Likely To Spread There Than In A Bar

NPR  

Making Gyms Safer: Why The Virus Is Less Likely To Spread There Than In A Bar Enlarge this image toggle caption Jay L. Clendenin/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images Jay L. Clendenin/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images After shutting down in the spring, America's empty gyms are beckoning a cautious public back for a workout. "There's this fear-based propaganda that …

COVID-19 precautions: Should you be heading back to your gym now that it will be allowed to reopen?
4 years, 7 months ago

COVID-19 precautions: Should you be heading back to your gym now that it will be allowed to reopen?

Firstpost  

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and the implementation of lockdowns, outdoor exercise and gymming took a back seat. A recent study in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology points out that although “gyms and workout classes provide a sense of community, support, and personalized instruction, they are also crowded areas with lots of surface area that can …

Gyms to Reopen in Unlock 3 and Twitter is Already 'Lifting' its Spirits With Fit Memes
4 years, 7 months ago

Gyms to Reopen in Unlock 3 and Twitter is Already 'Lifting' its Spirits With Fit Memes

News 18  

Late on Wednesday night, the government announced the new restrictions for the third-phase of unlocking of the country. #Unlock3 Guidelines Contains GYM to be open Le Fitness freak be like:- pic.twitter.com/3HJsvbquJ7— Rachit Maheshwari July 29, 2020 #Unlock3#Unlock3 Gyms will be open in unlock 3Gym lovers be like : - pic.twitter.com/02jek9zNmM— Sohel Rs July 29, 2020 #Unlock3 Gyms will be open …

Pubs and clubs have reopened as coronavirus restrictions relax — but was that a good idea?
4 years, 8 months ago

Pubs and clubs have reopened as coronavirus restrictions relax — but was that a good idea?

ABC  

Experts have questioned the decision to reopen nightclubs in some parts of the country, as coronavirus cases continue to surge in Victoria and fears about COVID-19 clusters in New South Wales grow. Key points: Venues in several states have been hit with fines for breaches Opponents of reopening have warned of the coronavirus transmission risk Police in SA have said …

Gyms and leisure centres set to reopen within days in further easing of lockdown
4 years, 8 months ago

Gyms and leisure centres set to reopen within days in further easing of lockdown

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Gyms and leisure centres look set to reopen within days, with …

Gyms to reopen 'in a couple of weeks', says Boris Johnson in lockdown update
4 years, 8 months ago

Gyms to reopen 'in a couple of weeks', says Boris Johnson in lockdown update

The Independent  

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Fitness bosses furious as gyms stay shut while other businesses start opening up
4 years, 8 months ago

Fitness bosses furious as gyms stay shut while other businesses start opening up

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The chief executive of David Lloyd Clubs blasted the move as “completely illogical” after …

Very few Australians keen to return to the gym as they reopen with social distancing measures
4 years, 9 months ago

Very few Australians keen to return to the gym as they reopen with social distancing measures

Daily Mail  

Australians aren't too keen on returning to their local gym - and it's not because they are lazy. The poll of 528 gym regulars was taken in the first week of June, before the NSW government allowed fitness clubs to reopen with social distancing and hygiene measures in place. Some gyms are strictly enforcing coronavirus hygiene measures with Fitness First …

Coronavirus Australia live news: Scott Morrison reiterates call for no Black Lives Matter protests, announces easing of restrictions for gatherings
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus Australia live news: Scott Morrison reiterates call for no Black Lives Matter protests, announces easing of restrictions for gatherings

ABC  

SA border restrictions will be lifted on July 20. That means, in South Australia, the cap on people per room will be lifted from 20, which is where it is now, to enable as many people in a venue as can be hosted within a one person per four-square-metre limit. "We will be increasing that 20 person room limit to …

NSW coronavirus restrictions on gyms to be lifted from June 13
4 years, 9 months ago

NSW coronavirus restrictions on gyms to be lifted from June 13

ABC  

NSW coronavirus restrictions on a raft of fitness facilities including gyms, yoga studios and indoor pools will be lifted next week, as new infections in the state flatline. Key points: Facilities will have to keep a register of every visitor Facilities will have to keep a register of every visitor Gyms have already reopened in Western Australia, South Australia the …

States and territories are moving to their next stages of easing coronavirus restrictions. This is who's changing what and when
4 years, 9 months ago

States and territories are moving to their next stages of easing coronavirus restrictions. This is who's changing what and when

ABC  

It's the first day of a new week and a new month — and for some Aussie states, a new normal with big changes to coronavirus restrictions. Now, up to 20 people will be allowed at: Restaurants, cafes and licensed venues Restaurants, cafes and licensed venues Beauty, tanning, waxing and nail salons Beauty, tanning, waxing and nail salons Spa, massage, …

Experts Predict How Coronavirus Will Change Gyms And Workout Classes
4 years, 9 months ago

Experts Predict How Coronavirus Will Change Gyms And Workout Classes

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING As states across the country begin to reopen amid the coronavirus pandemic, there’s a lot of questions surrounding what daily life will look like, and how it could be different from anything we’ve experienced before. Dworkin said “providing sanitizing wipes for clients to apply to the surfaces they touch” will be key and Cawcutt advised facilities should …

Coronavirus restrictions to be relaxed in South Australia ahead of schedule
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus restrictions to be relaxed in South Australia ahead of schedule

ABC  

Cinemas, theatres, galleries, museums, beauty salons, gyms and indoor fitness centres across South Australia will be able to open from next Monday, with the SA Government bringing forward the relaxation of coronavirus restrictions. Key points: The second stage of eased restrictions was due to begin on June 8, but has been brought forward Venues will be allowed to admit up …

Australia has SQUASHED coronavirus: Just three new cases across the nation - with NSW to open gyms
4 years, 9 months ago

Australia has SQUASHED coronavirus: Just three new cases across the nation - with NSW to open gyms

Daily Mail  

Australia recorded just three new coronavirus cases on Sunday as New South Wales announced an 'imminent' opening of gyms and Victoria eased restrictions. Pictured: Paralympic Rower Erik Horrie lifts weights in his backyard gym in isolation on May 01, 2020 in Sydney Australia had the lowest new case numbers since March 6 on Sunday, as lockdown measures continue to reduce …

Coronavirus restrictions are slowly easing, so when will your gym, cinemas, cafes and campgrounds reopen?
4 years, 10 months ago

Coronavirus restrictions are slowly easing, so when will your gym, cinemas, cafes and campgrounds reopen?

ABC  

Parts of Australia are slowly beginning to wake up after a coronavirus-induced hibernation, with businesses and activities gradually returning to normal. Indoor gyms are still closed in New South Wales and Victoria — NSW says outdoor exercise equipment can be used "with caution", while Victoria says don't touch it. Right now in Queensland up to 10 people can play non-contact …

No new coronavirus cases recorded in NSW as the state prepares to ease restrictions
4 years, 10 months ago

No new coronavirus cases recorded in NSW as the state prepares to ease restrictions

ABC  

There have been no new coronavirus infections recorded in NSW for the first time since the pandemic began. Key points: 6,048 people were tested in the 24 hours to 8:00pm on Monday 6,048 people were tested in the 24 hours to 8:00pm on Monday NSW Health is aiming for at least 8,000 COVID-19 tests every day NSW Health is aiming …

After coronavirus: What gyms will look like when they reopen
4 years, 10 months ago

After coronavirus: What gyms will look like when they reopen

LA Times  

In Los Angeles, we don’t know when we will see the inside of a gym again. But on Tuesday, county Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer said that Los Angeles County’s stay-at-home orders would “with all certainty” be extended for the next three months. “We are working around the clock to make sure that our members are safe,” said Mark Dengler, …

Gyms across Australia won't be opened until the end of winter
4 years, 11 months ago

Gyms across Australia won't be opened until the end of winter

Daily Mail  

Gyms in Australia won't be opened until after winter despite Australia making great strides in flattening the infection curve, gym owners and doctors have warned. Pictured: The Muscle City Gym in Mount Waverley is seen empty following the forced closure of Gyms at 12pm on March 23, 2020 in Melbourne, Australia Pictured: A Willoughby council worker places hazard tape on …

Coronavirus restrictions see Australians head outdoors in big numbers to stay healthy
4 years, 11 months ago

Coronavirus restrictions see Australians head outdoors in big numbers to stay healthy

ABC  

More and more Australians appear to be exercising outdoors, experts say, as the coronavirus lockdown leaves those wanting to get active with few other options. Key points: Experts hope newfound exercise habits will stick after the coronavirus threat subsides as people throng to outdoor areas to get active Gyms are transitioning online and the industry's peak body is predicting an …

Coronavirus means you can't go to the gym right now. Here's what your rights are and how you can recoup your membership fees
4 years, 11 months ago

Coronavirus means you can't go to the gym right now. Here's what your rights are and how you can recoup your membership fees

ABC  

Are you a gym junkie? "That's the case with gyms at the moment," Gerard Brody from the Consumer Action Law Centre says. Fitness centres might say they'll supply those prepaid classes later in the year or next year — they're still eventually going to be made available — so consumer law doesn't necessarily apply. Stay up-to-date on the coronavirus outbreak …

Coronavirus deaths in NSW rise to five as City of Sydney closes gyms, pools
5 years ago

Coronavirus deaths in NSW rise to five as City of Sydney closes gyms, pools

ABC  

The City of Sydney has cancelled or postponed all non-essential events and closed gyms and aquatic centres because of the coronavirus pandemic. Key points: An 86-year-old man died after the worst 24 hours of infections in NSW Health authorities say that is due, in part, to people returning from the UK, US and Europe They also said it was becoming …

London gym causes outrage as it says those with coronavirus failed to prioritise health in the past
5 years ago

London gym causes outrage as it says those with coronavirus failed to prioritise health in the past

Daily Mail  

An upmarket London gym has been slammed after suggesting that people suffering from coronavirus have 'failed to take care of their health in the past'. The London Bridge branch of the celebrity-loved chain F45 was branded 'disrespectful' and 'gross' on Twitter after trainee lawyer Jasmine Alexander shared a screenshot of of a post written in its members Facebook group on …

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