Are You MASK Ready?

Gyms have been cleared to open to members and competitive sports are also reopening. Many places require the use of a mask and require social distancing at least 6 feet apart for community member safety.

Available Sports Masks

However, wearing a mask restricts airflow, which can make breathing difficult. Also, most competitive sports require physical contact. So how can we stay safe in fitness environments, where social distancing is difficult or impossible, or performing exercises while wearing a mask is difficult? 

A few tips

• Discuss your planned activity with your physician and trainer.
• Research masks and other PPE that provide the necessary protection and are sport and activity-friendly.
• Find fitness centers that are creatively addressing the Covid-19 safety concerns.

Here is a quick reading list:

• Expert advice for wearing a mask while training (Under Armour)
• Should you wear a mask to the gym? A look at the debate (USA Today) 
• How a California gym is using plastic pods for workouts during coronavirus (CNN) 

As always, stay safe and get Game Ready; your next game will be scheduled soon!