Are You Getting the Most Out of Your Virtual Workouts?

[SparkPeople.com::The Weekly Spark]( [Level Up Online Workouts]( When studios were forced to shut down in the spring (thanks, COVID), many took the opportunity to get creative by shifting their offerings online. But can you really get the same quality workout without the lights, music and energy of a studio class? Yes, yes and yes! With these expert tips, you can replicate the atmosphere of a studio class right in your own home while pushing yourself and making serious progress on your goals. [+ Read More]( [From the desk of: Alicia Capetillo, Editor-in-Chief SparkPeople]( Ah, exercise in the time of coronavirus. It means many things to many different people. For some, the opportunity to work from home has allowed them to explore virtual workouts or embrace the burn that comes from a good walk or hike at lunch. For others, the stress of the virus or lost wages has left them feeling stressed and turning to Netflix and snacks to ease their minds. Still others are dealing with the to-go-or-not-to-go conundrum when it comes to gyms re-opening. Let's make one thing clear: There is no right or wrong way to exercise. If you're moving your body, you're exercising and doing something good for your body. If stress is getting in the way of your motivation, consider trying less intense workouts, like yoga or Tai Chi, which will allow you to shut down your brain. If you don't want to risk hitting the gym, embrace the great outdoors and add trail running or virtual workouts to your schedule. Find what works for you and remember to be kind to your body! [Gym Germs]( On the flip side, if you've had your fill of virtual workouts for now and are thinking about heading to the gym, it's important that you do so safely. This checklist will help you ensure that your gym is taking all proper precautions to minimize the spread of coronavirus germs. [+ Read More]( [More Than Weight Loss]( Are you a slave to the scale? Here's a truth that can be tough to swallow for some: Getting healthy isn't all about weight loss. When you can accept that your health is about more than some number on a scale, your whole world changes! These 10 recommendations will help you implement wellness strategies without feeling pressure to diet or exercise for hours on end. [+ Read More]( [Decision Time]( Your meeting ran long and now you're 30 minutes late for your scheduled workout. Two paths appear before you: Head home and call it a day, or change your plan and exercise anyway. This decision is the difference between a fixed and flexible mindset. Learn more about the distinction and tap into the power of your brain! [+ Read More]( [Grab Your Grill]( [Hit the Trails]( [Cheesy Crisps]( GET OUR BEST: [Like on Facebook]([Pin on Pinterest]([Follow on Instagram]( SparkPeople Apps]( your Food]( [Redeem Your SparkPoints]( [Unsubscribe]( © 2020 SparkPeople, Inc. All rights reserved. [Terms]( | [Privacy]( | [Manage Emails]( P.O. Box 123, Oakmont, PA 15139