Maharashtra government approves the gym to reopen on 25th October 2020, Sunday (Dussehra).
- Nilesh Ohol
- Oct 18, 2020
- 3 min read
CM allows the gym to reopen and expects them to follow certain SOP's (Standard Operation Procedures) religiously.
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Good news for all the fitness freaks and enthusiast as Maharashtra government finally approve gyms and yoga centres to reopen and urge them to follow the SOP religiously.
In a virtual meeting between Maharashtra's Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and the representatives of various fitness centres, They discussed and articulated the Standard Operation Procedures(SOP).
At the moment activities like Yoga, Zumba, Steam Bath and Sauna at the gym centres are discouraged and will remain motionless.
While I am writing this article, the cases of Wuhan Virus in Maharashtra are as follows:
Total Cases: 185750
Total Recovered/ Discharged: 135860
Total Death: 41965
Mr Thackeray also said that the state government is moving slow on lifting the restrictions as there should be no complacency.
He also mentioned that the Fitness Centres and Gymnasium are for the welfare of the citizens hence we should ensure that there is no spread of the virus.
The MoHFW (Ministry of Health and Family Welfare) provided the Guidelines on Preventive Measures to Contain Spread of COVID-19 in Yoga Institutes & Gymnasiums on 3rd August 2020 mentions,
These measures need to be observed by all (members, visitors & staff) in these places at all times. These include: i. Individuals must maintain a minimum distance of 6 feet as far as feasible. ii. Use of face covers/masks is mandatory at all times with in the premises. However, during yoga exercise or exercising in gymnasiums, as far as possible only a visor may be used. Use of mask (in particular N-95 masks) during exercise may cause difficulty in breathing. iii. Practice frequent hand washing with soap (for at least 40-60 seconds) even when hands are not visibly dirty. Use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers (for at least 20 seconds) can be practiced wherever feasible. iv. Respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed. This involves strict practice of covering one’s mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue/handkerchief/flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly. v. Self-monitoring of health by all and reporting any illness at the earliest to state and district helpline. vi. Spitting should be strictly prohibited. vii. Installation & use of Aarogya Setu App shall be advised to all.
Guidelines on Preventive Measures to Contain Spread of COVID-19 in Yoga Institutes & Gymnasiums by Ministry of Health & Family Welfare Directorate General of Health Services (EMR Division): Click Here
Should you visit the Gymnasium or the Fitness Centres?
As we are living in the new normal it is highly recommended to take care and be responsible for our own Health and Wellbeing.
If you are able to provide yourself with the activities at your home, It is a better option to perform such activities at home.
In case if you workout at the gym you must make sure you at least have a bottle of alcohol-based Sanitizer, Faceshield, Handtowel and maintain 4ft distance from your adjacent partner.
Sanitize your hand before and after the Training.
Instead of giving a warm hug to your gym partner, Give them brofist it looks cool too.
Have minimum interaction with the people around you and focus on training more and stay positive.
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