Don't wait for gyms to reopen, exercise daily for at least 30 mins

New Delhi, Aug 16 As the gyms and yoga institutes are yet to fully reopen across the country, experts suggest not to miss your workouts and do regular exercises for at least 30 minutes daily to boost immunity and fight the Covid-19 pandemic.

Given the current pandemic, it's more important than ever to take care of health via regular physical exercises.

If it's not possible to go to the gym, fitness centres or the neighbourhood park, then exercising at home is ideal.

Though the government has permitted gym and fitness centres to resume functions in Unlock 3.0, the Delhi government has not yet taken a decision on the reopening of gyms and fitness centres in the capital city.

Speaking to , Dr L. Tomar, Director, Department of Orthopedics and Joint Replacement from Max Hospital in New Delhi, amid the Covid-19 lockdown, at least exercising for 30 minutes per day is really necessary.

"Staying active and regular exercise also reduces the chances of developing lifestyle-related diseases, helps in boosting immunity and thus give strength in fighting coronavirus infection," he added.

"Exercises also help in alleviating moods and thus avoiding mental depression which is quite frequently associated with this pandemic leading to a long confinement, fear and financial uncertainties," Tomar explained.

According to Harshal R. Salve, Associate Professor at All Indian Institute of Medical Sciences

( With inputs from IANS )