How to exercise while staying at home

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Everyone is stressed at the moment and are not sleeping well. Exercise can decrease stress and anxiety. Moving will likely improve your sleep.

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If you are under 70 with no underlying conditions, you can walk the dog, go for a run or a bike ride, provided you keep your distance.
If you are over 70 and self-isolating, or pregnant, or having an underlying health condition but feel well, you can also go outside for exercise while keeping your distance.
If you have symptoms, or someone in your household has them, it is essential to use movement and activity while isolating yourself.
If you are unwell, use your energy to get better, but not to be active.
If you are feeling better after having had the virus, return to your regular routine gradually.

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Sit on the edge of a chair holding onto the front with your hands.
Place your feet out in front of you (bent legs for easier option or straight legs to make it harder)
Lower your elbows to a 90-degree angle before pushing back up.

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Incline press-ups can be done anywhere around the home - on a table, a bed, a chair or even a wall.

To use a table:

Place your hands on the table with your legs stretched out behind you, body nice and straight.
Lower your weight down, keeping your elbows tight to your body, and press back up.

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