During lockdowns, staying indoors makes it essential to prioritize physical and mental fitness while gearing up for future adventures. As a fitness enthusiast with years of experience helping clients adapt routines to home environments, here are four effective tips to build a sustainable workout regimen.
Tip #1: Master Surfing Basics on a Balance Board
If ocean surfing is your passion, simulate the waves right in your living room or garden using a balance board (also called a wobble board). This tool—a board with a roller underneath—lets beginners practice fundamental positions, while advanced users refine moves like kneeling and standing. Consistent practice builds core strength and balance, so you'll be ready for real waves, such as an indoor surfing session, once restrictions lift.
Tip #2: Therapeutic Fasting for Body and Mind Renewal
Spending more time at home is the perfect opportunity for fasting, a time-tested practice for detoxification. Opt for therapeutic fasting with herbal teas, vegetable juices, and broths, avoiding solid foods and luxuries. Follow this for 7-10 days to allow your body to cleanse deeply. Bonus: It simplifies meal prep and cuts grocery costs.
Tip #3: Start Your Day with Cat-Cow Pose to Block Stress
Establishing routines is key now—try morning yoga, afternoon walks, and evening calls with loved ones. Begin with the 'Cat-Cow' pose: On all fours, arch your back like a cat while dropping your gaze, then hollow your spine and lift your head. This invigorates circulation, strengthens muscles, and melts away stress. Explore variations like tortoise, scorpion, or downward-facing dog, suitable for all levels, from SUP yoga to hot studio sessions or outdoor flows.
Tip #4: Build Willpower with Planks for Core Strength
Prepare for adventures ahead by leveraging bodyweight exercises and discipline. The plank targets your core: Lie prone, forearms parallel to your body, knees off the floor, hips and shoulders aligned, abs engaged. Hold as long as possible—world record is 8 hours! Start at 30 seconds, adding 10 each day. Challenge friends via video call: First to drop loses.
