Covid-19 may have us cooped up at home (for now), but that doesn’t mean we need to stop moving. In fact, staying active has never been more important to keep ourselves mentally and physically fit through these challenging times.
Move at home
Just a little movement can help melt away stress, improve sleep and boost your immune system—and it’s recommended to get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of high-intensity exercise per week (or a mix of both).
Stay active by taking regular breaks throughout the day to channel your inner Britney, play with Fido or do the dishes. Try standing up every 30 minutes to avoid becoming part of the furniture, and rack up more steps by walking around at home or on the spot.
Take a (virtual) class
Due to local closures, gyms all over the world have started to take their classes online, sometimes even live, which is a fun way to get social. From go-with-the-flow yoga to hardcore HIIT classes, there’s literally something for everyone. Best of all, most classes work with your own bodyweight, so all you need is a mat, towel and water bottle to stay hydrated.
What are you waiting for? Slip into some Spandex and start sweating with these local gyms and yoga studios that are streaming right into your living room:
AZAHAR Foundation Center for Peace Yoga and Arts Cambodia
Trad yoga not for you? This no-faff studio is just what the doctor ordered. An all-in mix of classes from Asana to fly-fit yoga, hip-hop dancing, community Vinyasa flow and the study of yoga through creative writing and theatre. Pwoah. It’s time to de-stress and centre yourself in your own way. Live online classes available via Facebook and Zoom. Check Facebook for schedule. Res required.
Tip: Local lingo not up to scratch? Fret not. Instructors conduct classes in both English and Khmer.
#39, Street 21, Tonle Bassac, Chamkarmorn, Phnom Penh, +855 77 541 975, azaharfoundation.org
Book online: Azaharfoundation.org
Get moving: facebook.com/pg/PhnomPenhYoga/videos
Krama Yoga Cambodia Ngo
A Phnom Penh jungle enclave run by a tip-top-team of wellness warriors. It’s the longest running public yoga studio in Cambodia. The non-for-profit won’t burst the bank and sponsors local outreach programs for children and teens. Now that’s practice with conscious. Online classes available. Check Facebook for schedule. Res required.
Nataraj Yoga Studio, 52, Street 302, Phnom Penh, +855 12 250 817, yogacambodia@gmail.com, yogacambodia.com
Book online: Yogacambodia.com
Get moving: facebook.com/KramaYogaNGONatarajStudio/
LL Fitness
More than a fitness gym, the collective of globally trained practitioners can take you from novice to wellness warrior with their team of physios, nutritionists, mental health practitioners and hot-to-tot personal trainers. Psst… to really get your sweat on, try their MMA and boxing training. Get more tips n’ tricks via Facebook and Instagram. Sign up for free online classes and personal coaching.
By appointment, +855 70 780 902, llfitness.it
Book online: llfitness.it
Get moving: facebook.com/319336974939116/videos/227479298490113/
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