As gyms close once again due to the fourth wave of Covid-19, we look back on the biggest health and wellness trends of the year
2020 put all health and fitness fanatics in a frenzy when gyms were forced to close during the first wave of Covid-19—but with limitations come with new ideas and innovations.
After the first wave, Hong Kong slowly adjusted to the new Covid-19 world, welcoming gym alternatives, new at-home equipment and virus-friendly gear. From new at-home workout methods to a rise in focus on mindfulness, we rounded up the top health and wellness trends of 2020.
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Home Workouts
With the tightened social distancing regulations during the first wave of Covid-19 in Hong Kong, gym enthusiasts were devastated to hear about the temporary closure of gyms. While some stayed optimistic about the Covid-19 situation, we all quickly realised that the pandemic was here to stay, forcing us to look for at-home workout alternatives during WFH and quarantine days.
Home workout options sky-rocketed during the months of March and April, with fitness YouTubers such as Chloe Ting flooding the internet. Hong Kong gyms followed suit and introduced variations of virtual exercises, whether it was pre-recorded and uploaded online, or done live through Zoom.
Earlier this year, we rounded up the best online classes and workouts offered by local gyms and video game fitness workouts for all your home workout needs.