Fitness Industry Adapting to Current Health Situation

The exercise industry has certainly suffered some big blows with the current restrictions in place for COVID-19.

The Government announced that from 23 March, all gyms and health clubs are to be closed, leaving many businesses having to think of ways to keep operating.

It has been interesting to see how the industry has adapted, as their model of operation has typically been face-to-face. Some have come up with an online training solution which will allow gym staff to keep interacting with their clients, and enables the community to keep healthy habits alive.

We know that exercise remains a significant part of everyday life and the closures of businesses like this has had a widespread effect. People are now not able to leave the house while self-isolating so it remains important for them to have options when looking to work out at home, with possibly minimal equipment.

A recent example of an online training solution is TheWorks@Home, an initiative of the University of Southern Queensland Student Guild who are now offering the wider community access to their new online presence at The Works Health and Recreation Club. Check out their website: www.usqworks.com.au/theworksathome/

This program is a cloud-based training solutions that allows their trainers to connect with members in real-time.

There are many examples of gyms and health businesses going online to meet the needs for the community while keeping their business afloat.  

Jaden Frame, General Manager of TSBE Health said, “We need to keep in mind that exercise benefits not only our physical self, but also our mental wellbeing. Due to the current situation and the uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus outbreak, we need to focus on our health now more than ever. ”