For working parents, the pandemic and movement control orders have been bittersweet. While they get to spend more time with their families, they also have more responsibilities and fitness tends to take a backseat.
Thankfully, technology is a wonderful thing. While it is no substitute for in-person sessions with a personal trainer, there are multiple benefits of joining virtual training sessions to improve your health.
1. Flexibility
Do in-person training classes clash with your existing commitments? No problem. You can always work out using online content at your own leisure.
Fitness coaches usually upload videos once the actual class is over so everyone can have access to them later. Take advantage of this and never worry about missing a single workout session ever again.
2. Expert guidance
Obtain expert guidance on your posture, fitness goals, and other health matters without having to leave the comfort of your home. Just make sure the virtual sessions you follow are conducted by qualified fitness professionals.
3. Family matters
Leaving the house to go to the gym is a lot harder when you have to ensure everything is in order at home. With virtual sessions, you can take time out for yourself while your family members are asleep or are busy with their own activities.
You could also invite your spouse and kids to join your workout sessions. As most gyms don’t allow small children, they could easily join you during virtual lessons, creating a nice family fitness time.
4. Save time and money
Virtual sessions can save you time and money as all you need is the help of the uploaded videos, most of which are free. You also save money on transport costs by not having to leave the house.
If, however, you feel you could do with some in-person training time, you could opt for a one-on-one or group session once a week and spend the rest of the time training at home with the help of virtual materials.
Erika Peres is a social media influencer, entrepreneur and director of multiple companies. She is a mother of two boys and has a passion for sports, fitness and lifestyle. She can be reached on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook.