8 Types of Sports Suitable to be Done During the Covid-19 Corona Virus Pandemic

Kapanlagi.com - A healthy body is accompanied by strong physical condition. In addition to internal intake, physical activities such as sports are also required. However, the current situation makes some types of sports unable to be done.

The Covid-19 corona virus pandemic prevents people from going out of the house. Therefore, outdoor sports such as jogging and cycling cannot be done temporarily. This condition is implemented to break the chain of the Covid-19 corona virus pandemic.

However, do not let this situation prevent you from doing sports activities as usual. There are 8 types of sports that are suitable to be done during the Covid-19 corona virus pandemic. What are they? Let's find out here, which has been summarized from various sources.

1. Jumping Jack

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Jumping jack can be a suitable type of exercise to do during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. This type of exercise is very suitable to be done at home. Jumping jack is considered an easy and simple exercise. Because, this exercise does not require equipment.

Here are the movements of jumping jack that you can apply at home:

- Stand upright with your feet together and arms at your sides.

- Quickly raise both arms up to the sides of your head while jumping.

- Do this movement in various directions in counts of eight.

2. Jump Rope

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A suitable type of exercise to do during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic is jump rope. The movements of this exercise are quite easy, you only need a special rope that you swing on both sides. Other types of exercises can also be done using a rope. Among these exercises are double under, jump rope crossover, and jump rope jog.

Here are the proper jump rope movements:

- Hold both ends of the rope and let the middle part hang.

- Swing the rope up and across your head.

- Then jump when the rope passes under your body.

3. One-Arm Burpee, Squat Thrusts, Squat Jump Onto Box

This type of exercise has a moderate level of difficulty. All three are exercises that focus on core strength, chest, shoulders, and quadriceps. Squat thrusts are performed by standing upright and then assuming a push-up position. Squat jumps onto a box involve jumping onto a provided box. Make sure the box is strong enough to support your body.

4. Sit Up

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Sit-ups are a type of exercise that is suitable to be done during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic like the current situation. You can even listen to your favorite music while doing this exercise. The movement of this exercise is quite easy, here are the correct movements for sit-ups:

- Lie down with your back flat on the floor.

- Bend your knees.

- Place your feet on the floor or ask someone to hold them.

- Place your hands behind your head, or cross your hands over your shoulders. Avoid pushing your neck upwards.

- Inhale as you lift your upper body, and exhale when you finish the movement.

- Slowly lower your upper body back to the floor in the starting position.

5. Yoga

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Yoga is a type of exercise that can be beneficial for a person's mental health. This type of exercise focuses on calming the mind and breathing. Yoga is very beneficial as a means of relaxation, weight loss, and reducing the risk of chronic diseases.

Yoga exercise looks more like self-meditation. Among the types of yoga exercises are hatha yoga, Vinyasa yoga, bikram yoga, aerial yoga, TRX yoga, Yogalates, and acro yoga. You can choose one of these types of yoga as a suitable exercise to do during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.

6. Dancing

This type of exercise is considered enjoyable, yup, this exercise uses music rhythm as its main equipment. It's understandable that many choose to do dancing exercises at home. Dancing can also uplift your mood, especially if you choose your favorite music and dance. It's perfect as a recommendation for the type of exercise to do during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.

7. Straight-Arm Plank And Raise

Straight-Arm Plank And Raise (credit: pixabay.com)

This type of exercise is considered easy to do, here are the movements of this exercise:

- Assume the push-up position on the floor with arms under the shoulders and hips forming a straight line.
- Extend one arm without moving the body, and pause for a moment.
- Then return to the starting position.

8. Plank

Plank (credit: msn.com)

This strength-focused exercise can be easily done. Here are the movements of the plank exercise that you can do at home:

- Lie on the floor with both elbows under the shoulders and legs spread out.

- Lift the upper body parallel to the legs.

Those are 8 types of exercises that are suitable to be done during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Don't let this situation discourage you from exercising, KLovers. Always pay attention to your food intake and vitamins to keep your body healthy and fit.

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