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The "Home Fitness Equipment Market - Growth, Trends, and Forecast (2020 - 2025)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The home fitness equipment market is projected to register a CAGR of 2.86% during the forecast period (2020-2025).

Companies Mentioned

Amer Sports

Nautilus Inc.

Johnson Health Tech Co. Ltd

Dyaco International Inc

Technogym SpA

Icon Health & Fitness Inc.

Origin Fitness Ltd

Echelon Fitness Multimedia LLC

Key Market Trends

Consumers' Interest in Customized Workout Regimes

The busy schedule and long hours of working, crowded fitness centers, and problems regarding vehicle parking have resulted in an increasing number of consumers actively inclining towards home workouts. The home fitness equipment eliminates the inconvenience of commuting to a gym to use the machines and are highly cost-effective in the long run. The small, recurring cost incurred in transportation, workout equipment, trainer fees, and membership fees is a major factor promoting consumer inclination for home fitness equipment.

Moreover, the increasing number of manufacturers investing in launching apps, which provides a platform for the customers to select their personal trainers for either online classes or home visits to meet their specific fitness requirements, such as bodybuilding. For instance, in 2019, MIRROR, the company that created the first nearly invisible, interactive home gym, announced the launch of one-on-one personal training. For the first time, members will be able to bring the country's top trainers into their homes through MIRROR's immersive technology.

North America is Leading the Global Market

The North American market witnessed significant growth, due to the rising health awareness among consumers with the growing adoption of exercises related to physical wellbeing, weight management, improving body stamina, and muscular strength driving the market growth in the country. The rising percentage of the obese population and increasing health concern are the other major factors that are driving the home fitness equipment market in the country. For instance, According to National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, in 2016, about 39.6% of American adults were obese.

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Furthermore, the rising preventive healthcare measures and the augmenting healthcare costs are enabling consumers to engage in regular workouts to remain fit. Additionally, with the growing demand, manufacturers operating in the global market are expanding their presence to achieve a competitive advantage in the market. For instance, In 2019, Wattbike launched Wattbike Atom in the United States with real ride feel technology. The Atom offers the authentic, intelligent, and adaptable indoor performance training experience for the home, ideal for any cyclist and fitness enthusiast.

Key Topics Covered:

1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition

1.2 Scope of the Study

2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

3.1 Market Overview

4 MARKET DYNAMICS

4.1 Market Drivers

4.2 Market Restraints

4.3 Porter's Five Forces Analysis

4.3.1 Threat of New Entrants

4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers

4.3.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers

4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products

4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5 MARKET SEGMENTATION

5.1 By Product Type

5.1.1 Treadmills

5.1.2 Elliptical Machines

5.1.3 Stationary Cycles

5.1.4 Rowing Machines

5.1.5 Strength Training Equipment

5.1.6 Other Product Types

5.2 By Distribution Chanel

5.2.1 Offline Retail Stores

5.2.2 Online Retail Stores

5.2.3 Direct Selling

5.3 Geography

5.3.1 North America

5.3.1.1 United States

5.3.1.2 Canada

5.3.1.3 Mexico

5.3.1.4 Rest of North America

5.3.2 Europe

5.3.2.1 Spain

5.3.2.2 United Kingdom

5.3.2.3 Germany

5.3.2.4 France

5.3.2.5 Italy

5.3.2.6 Russia

5.3.2.7 Rest of Europe

5.3.3 Asia-Pacific

5.3.3.1 China

5.3.3.2 Japan

5.3.3.3 India

5.3.3.4 Australia

5.3.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific

5.3.4 South America

5.3.4.1 Brazil

5.3.4.2 Argentina

5.3.4.3 Rest of South America

5.3.5 Middle-East and Africa

5.3.5.1 South Africa

5.3.5.2 United Arab Emirates

5.3.5.3 Rest of Middle-East and Africa

6 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

6.1 Most Adopted Strategies by Leading Players

6.2 Market Share Analysis

6.3 Company Profiles

6.3.1 Amer Sports

6.3.2 Nautilus Inc.

6.3.3 Johnson Health Tech Co. Ltd

6.3.4 Dyaco International Inc

6.3.5 Technogym SpA

6.3.6 Icon Health & Fitness Inc.

6.3.7 Origin Fitness Ltd

6.3.8 Echelon Fitness Multimedia LLC

7 MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Torin Halsey, Wichita Falls Times Record News Published 9:00 a.m. CT Nov. 19, 2020

New fitness center uses state-of-the-art air filtration system to boost air quality and kill airborne viruses. Wichita Falls Times Record News

Gyms and workout facilities across the country have seen losses in business,partly because ofconcerns forindoor air quality and virus transmission.

Crush NTX Fitness is addressing those concerns with an investment in a state-of-the-art air filtration system.

Crush NTX Fitness co-owners Tara Poche, left, and Melissa Whitmer talk with Dr. Garrett Peel of IVP during the grand opening of the gym at 4017 Seymour Highway Wednesday morning. The facility features a state-of-the-art virus defense air system.(Photo: TORIN HALSEY/TIMES RECORD NEWS)

The gym offers a variety of services such as personal training, virtual classes, child care, free weights and cardio equipment.

Travis Haggard of the Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce and co-owners Melissa Whitmer and Tara Poche prepare for the grand opening of Crush NTX Fitness Wednesday morning.(Photo: TORIN HALSEY/TIMES RECORD NEWS)

"During this time, exercise is more important than ever, for your mental health as well as your physical health, keeping our hearts healthy. Exercise is crucial right now and I think it's going to become even more prevalent as the time passes.", said Melissa Whitmer, a co-owner of the business along with Tara Poche.

In addition, the facility is the first fitness center to deploy the Integrated Viral Protection air system which is proven to kill COVID-19, according to the IVP Air website.

Opening up America starts with using proven technology to make the air we breathe safe and viral free. IVPs Biodefense System is a public health game changer as it is the one and only filtration system proven to kill COVID-19 in the air, instantaneously along with other biological threats, such as influenza, making high risk areas, such as a fitness facility like Crush NTX, a much safer and healthier environment. saidDr. Garrett Peel.

Owners and staff of Crush NTX Fitness are photographed during the grand opening of the new gym at 4017 Seymour Highway.(Photo: TORIN HALSEY/TIMES RECORD NEWS)

Peel is a founding partner ofIntegrated Viral Protection which was invented by MonzerHourani.

The systems are being used widely in schools, office buildings, airports, restaurants, hotels and hospitals.

Crush NTX uses two of the units which move 1,800 cubic feet of air per minute through a specially heated HEPA filter that kills COVID-19 and influenza. Peel said the devices sanitize the air in the facility continuously, filtering the complete volume in the space8-10 times per hour.

Crush NTX Fitness is open seven days a week and is located at 4017 Seymour Highway. For more information, go to crushntxfitness.com

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COLUMBUS, OhioGov. Mike DeWine said Tuesday that, as hes ordering a three-week coronavirus curfew, he will not follow through on his threat to close bars, restaurants, and fitness centers in the state if cases of the virus continue to spike.

We think that we can accomplish, frankly, a lot more by having this curfew than we could at closing one or two different business sectors, the governor said during a televised coronavirus briefing.

DeWine said last Thursday that if the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases continues to increase for another week, he would order the closure of restaurants, bars, and fitness centers, just as he did for several weeks last spring.

Instead, on Tuesday, the governor announced that Ohioans, with some exceptions, will be under a curfew from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. for three weeks beginning Thursday. The move comes as the number of daily reported coronavirus cases in Ohio has risen from about 1,000 in October to 7,000-8,000 in the past week.

The governor said after he issued his warning about closing bars, restaurants, and fitness centers, he received some amazingly compelling emails from food-service workers, We do listen, DeWine said.

John Barker, president and CEO of the Ohio Restaurant Association, said during the governors briefing that his organization backs the curfew.

We think its the right step at the right time. Its going to allow Ohioans to do their part without having what we thought would be an immediate and disastrous impact on restaurants and thousands of employees, Barker said.

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Will Lipman Photography / Athleta

A very 2020 gift for athletes: a mask for outdoor workouts. I love Athletas Made to Move mask for women, whose nose bridge and adjustable ear hooks make it the most comfortable option Ive tried. Its sold as a $25 three-pack in two color themes: warm reds and purples, and cool blues and blacks. For a unisex alternative, this Under Armour mask looks promising (just get the sizing right). I also like the look of this adjustable mask. You only have two sizes to choose from here; less of a chance youll get it wrong.

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Will Lipman Photography / Apple

For people who are only ever going to own one watch, the Apple Watch is consistently the best all-purpose option. Its a stylish timepiece with deep iOS integration, an irresistibly fun step tracker and a workout app that supports 15 activity types. As a fitness watch, its less robust than purpose-built devices like Garmins Forerunner line, but its good enough for most people. Plus, built-in GPS and on-board music storage make it possible to leave your phone at home while you exercise.

Like last years Series 5, the new Series 6 has a built-in ECG test to detect irregular heart rates, and this version also adds an always-on altimeter (great for hikers) and a blood oxygen sensor that runs in the background, even while you sleep. Its also just generally faster (and faster-charging) than the last-gen model, with slightly longer battery life to boot.

The only caveat, of course: Your giftee needs an iPhone user for them to use an Apple Watch. If your loved one is an Android person, we recommend the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2.

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Will Lipman Photography / Garmin

Whenever anyone asks me what GPS sports watch they should buy, my default recommendation is always the midrange option from Garmins Forerunner line. With the 200-series, you get enough features that serious athletes want, like wrist-based heart rate tracking, VO2 Max ratings and a blood oxygen sensor. Runners in particular receive data on their cadence, stride length and ground contact time. And dont be fooled by the name either despite the apparent emphasis on running, the 245 also tracks other activities like cycling, stair machines, ellipticals, indoor rowing and pool swimming.

As a Garmin user myself, I appreciate its attempts to quantify my training load (too much, too little or just right?) and also its breakdown showing how taxing my workout was, both for aerobic and anaerobic training. Just as important, Ive owned several Garmins now, and the battery life is always long enough to get me through a marathon with juice to spare.

And remember, this is just the midrange model youre not missing much by skipping Garmins highest-end running watches. For the money (up to $600 on pricier models), youre mainly getting luxuries like contactless payments and onboard music storage, which are overkill for most people.

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Will Lipman Photography / Amazfit

I reviewed the Bip S for Engadget on something of a lark, mostly because I was intrigued by the idea of a $60 sports watch. At that price, after all, most other brands only offer basic fitness bands. Though I didnt know much about Amazfit before my review, I came away impressed with the Bip Ss accurate GPS tracking, long battery life, built-in heart rate tracking and lightweight, water resistant design. My main complaint was that the user interface feels unpolished, but that wont stop the athlete in your life from getting a good workout in. If youre on a budget, Amazfit offers the best value in this price range.

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Will Lipman Photography / Beats

I recently reviewed a handful of wireless workout headphones, and the Beats Powerbeats Pro is the set Im tempted to buy for myself. The behind-the-ear hook design feels comfortable and sturdy, while the onboard controls are easy to master, partly because theyre the same on both the left and right earbuds.

The main drawbacks are that the ear-hook design wasnt always comfortable to wear with sunglasses, and the charging case is relatively heavy. (It also charges via a Lightning cable, which will be less of a problem for iPhone owners.) Even if your giftee isnt an iPhone user, the headset responds to voice commands for all the major assistants: Siri, Alexa and Google.

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Jabra

My other top pick in that wireless workout headphone guide was Jabras Elite Active 75t. Though its onboard controls are initially more confusing than the Powerbeats Pro, the 75t has a discreet in-ear design that blends in better with street clothes. Aside from the design, available in six colors, the 75t won me over with its compact, lightweight charging case, which promises longer runtime than most of the competition. I also found the companys HearThrough tech does a good job balancing audio playback with letting ambient sound in, making it safer to run outside. Like the Powerbeats Pro, it works with Siri, Google Assistant and Alexa. As a bonus, too, the 75t recently received active noise cancellation through a firmware update.

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Hyperice

We athletes have a love-hate relationship with our foam rollers. They hurt to use, especially after a punishing workout, but you know what hurts more? Continuing to train with tight muscles. This cordless roller from Hyperice looks like a traditional model, but packs a 40-watt motor allowing athletes to more easily loosen stubborn muscles. Hyperice claims that vibration therapy allows users to regain 40 percent more range of motion than they would have with just basic foam rolling. That said, if ever your giftee finds themselves low on battery, they can still use the Vyper as a normal roller.

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Theragun

For the runner who already owns a foam roller, how about an alternate approach to muscle relaxation? The Theragun Mini looks like a small power tool with a vibrating tennis ball attached. Its roughly pound-and-a-half weight means athletes can pack it in their bag for races and hikes, while the small ball attachment can fit in places where a traditional roller cant, like your hamstring or the sole of your foot. There are three adjustable speeds and, if your giftee wants more options, theres an ecosystem of interchangeable heads (yes, just like some power tools).

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YogaToes

I dont own YogaToes yet but theyre on my wishlist. This little doodad slips between your toes, separating them just enough to give those small muscles a proper stretch. The company claims they can help in treating and preventing plantar fasciitis, a common running injury. Theyre also said to aid more chronic foot conditions like hammer toes, bunions, crossed or overlapping toes, and flat feet. The YogaToes come in two designs Original and GEMS but we recommend the latter for most people as it has an adjustable frame.

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Will Lipman Photography / Goodr

Lots of my runner friends rock Goodr sunglasses, and for good reason (pun unavoidable): Theyre lightweight, inexpensive and they stay put even as your face gets sweaty. As you can see, I stopped short of recommending a specific model here, and thats because the selection is simply overwhelming and I mean that in the best way. The website allows you to shop by sport or frame style, and from there you can filter by lens and frame colors, head size or lens type (the options are clear, gradient, reflective and non-reflective). Obviously youll need to have supreme confidence in your knowledge of your giftees style. But, its hard to go wrong with a pair of the plain black OGs. (Plus, at $25 theyre a solid stocking stuffer.)

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Maybe its that she was the first American woman to win the New York City Marathon in 40 years, or maybe its just her potty mouth. Whatever the reason, I stan Shalane Flanagan. The retired Olympian has two cookbooks offering healthy recipes designed for athletes in training. (Har har, no, its not just a dozen recipes for spaghetti. What do you think we are, carb loaders?) I own the original volume, Run Fast. Eat Slow., and I can attest that the dishes are satisfying, even if your giftee might have to restock their pantry with more wholesome items.

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Think of Yaktrax as snow tires for running shoes: a rubber cleat with steel spikes and a velcro strap that tightens around the top of your foot. I requested these myself a few holiday seasons ago, when I decided I wanted to continue running outdoors through the winter. That extra traction makes it safer to run through snow and slush, and runners might feel less strain in their calves and ankles, which otherwise have to work overtime to keep you balanced. Particularly with the COVID-19 pandemic going strong, there are likely lots of athletes who cant go back to a gym just yet, or arent willing to take the risk. Rubber cleats will help them stay active throughout the winter with less worry about taking a nasty spill.

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Will Lipman Photography / Apace Vision

Even if your giftee isnt likely to run in the snow, chances are theyll find themselves running in dim light this season, with the sun setting as early as 4:30pm. Itd be overkill to give someone a headlamp, so how about small, inexpensive clip-on lights to help them stay visible in the dark? My colleague Valentina Palladino (also a runner) is a fan of Apace Visions clip-on LED lights, which have a lightweight, weather-resistant design and offer three usage modes: a steady glow, a slow flash and a faster strobe. For $18 you get a two-pack, and they can be clipped to a pets collar, making them equally useful for nighttime dog walks and after-work jogs.

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I originally bought myself a Nathan hydration backpack right before the 2015 Paris Marathon, because I was told there were few water stops and, uh, that the water there tasted funny. (Only one of these things was true.) Now I use it for almost every run, especially as the weather gets colder and most of the public drinking fountains in New York City shut off for the winter. Plus, not having to stop at crowded water stations helps me shave at least a few minutes off race time.

Nathan offers different capacity options with silhouettes for both men and women. The one I own has a two-liter removable water pouch enough to get me through nearly a whole marathon. Although schlepping two liters of water on your back takes some getting used to, the pack is comfortable to wear thanks to adjustable shoulder straps and a supportive chest strap. Plus, that chest strap has a groove where you can store the attached straw when youre not using it.

Other than having easy access to all the water you could need, the other benefit of wearing a hydration vest are all the storage options. Nathans bags offer a mix of front pockets and back-facing pockets, which I use to carry my phone, keys, Gu packets, salt pills and sometimes even a mobile power bank.

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Strava

If youre shopping for a sporty person, chances are they have an account on Strava, a social network where athletes can upload their workouts and cheer on each others efforts. And its not just running either: The app also celebrates biking, hiking, walking, elliptical workouts and more. As a marathoner, Ive often been tempted to spring for Strava Premium, which adds features like heart rate data, route planning and being able to set weekly mileage goals an important metric for those of us following training calendars. Youll want to slyly figure out if your giftee already uses Strava, but if they do I bet theyd appreciate the additional features.

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Though various brands now make WiFi scales, it was Withings that started the trend back in 2009. I own the Body+ and appreciate its modern design, slick companion app and ability to log not just my weight, but my body fat, muscle mass, bone mass and hydration. The scale can recognize up to eight users, which is helpful when theres more than one person in the house, and theres also a pregnancy mode for women who might otherwise dread a smart device judging their weight gain. Withings also plays nice with loads of third-party apps, allowing you to sync your weight to calorie counters like MyFitnessPal, for example. As a bonus, youll see the local weather forecast flash on the screen when you step on the scale, meaning one less app to open while youre getting ready in the morning.

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The Amazfit Band 5 is slim, capable and affordable, and it lets you choose between dozens of slick faces.

Looking for a budget fitness band to slap on your wrist? The new Amazfit Band 5 deserves careful consideration, and not just because it's only $50. It's because for a limited time, and while supplies last, the Amazfit Band 5 is on sale at Amazon for just $35. That's for the black version; if you want it in orange or olive, Amazfit proper has it for the same price. This is the best deal to date; just last week, the sale price was $45.

If this looks a bit familiar, perhaps you're thinking of the Xiaomi Mi Band 5. You're not wrong: The two are virtually identical. (Fun fact: Amazfit is owned by Huami, which is a manufacturing partner of Xiaomi.) I'd go so far as to say they're indistinguishable, though there are a couple key internal differences:

The Band 5 on the left is a little better than the Band 5 on the right. And they're priced within about $5 of each other.

The Band 5 -- sorry, Amazfit Band 5 -- ticks an impressive number of fitness boxes. It measures heart rate, blood oxygen level, steps, sleep, women's health and more. It can also monitor your stress levels and run guided breathing exercises.

On the watch front, you get a choice of over 45 colorful faces, plus the typical stuff like notifications, call alerts, meeting reminders and so on. You can't reply to a text message, but you can decline a phone call. You can also control music playback and your phone's camera shutter. Good stuff.

Amazfit promises up to 15 days of operation on a charge with typical usage, or 25 days of power-saving usage. (That means no HR monitoring or the like.) I wasn't able to put the battery to the test, but even if those estimates are high, the Band 5 will outlast many other fitness bands.

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Another notable feature: built-in Alexa. This was very much in beta during my tests, and it showed: A while after authorizing the Band 5's app to work with my Alexa account, that authorization was lost; I had to set it up again. After that, I'd get "server is busy" or "could you repeat that" messages when trying to issue certain commands. It just didn't work reliably.

Meanwhile, it's not a hands-free implementation -- to use it, you swipe right from the clock screen -- and because the Band 5 has no speaker, you won't hear audible responses. Of course, your phone needs to be in proximity as well, with the Zepp app running.

Yep: Zepp. That's the new name for Amazfit's app, just to keep things good and confusing. I don't love it, but it's fine for use with a $50 fitness band. It's wrong to expect the sun, moonandstars at this price.

CNET hasn't done a full-on review of the Band 5, and there's one important thing to note about the average user rating you'll see on Amazon's product page: It's wildly inaccurate. That page encompasses half a dozen different Amazfit products, and so do the reviews. Actual Band 5 ratings probably comprise a tiny fraction of the 1,300 included there.

In the end, the Band 5 is a nice little fitness band that does a lot and lasts a long time between charges. It's not perfect, but nothing at this price is going to be.

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While you're mulling them over, here's our just-released Cheapskate Show podcast episode on inexpensive smartwatches and fitness bands:

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Dr. Kenneth P. Moritisugu| The Columbus Dispatch

The COVID-19 virus has increased its grip on the country as states experience surges in new cases. Ohio is in the thick of this new surge with confirmed casesquadrupling in the past30 days and hospitalizations doubling. In response, Gov. MikeDeWine hasthreatenedto close restaurants, bars and fitness centers within a week if the number of newly confirmed cases increase. While well-intentioned, the governor should reconsider his position on closing fitness centers in light of the toll COVID-19 has taken on our physical and mental health, and the benefits physical activity can have in combating this and other diseases.

The lockdowns across the nation led people to bemore sedentary, with a 32% reduction in physical activity. In addition, a recentnationwide pollby the Kaiser Family Foundation reports that more than half of U.S. adults about 53% say that their mental health has been negatively impacted by worry and stress over the pandemic. That number is a significant increase from the 32% who reported being similarly affected in March.

Further, these negative health trends also bring into view issues of health equity and health disparities for some of our most vulnerable populations. In Ohio, physical inactivity and obesity disproportionately impact our lower income population and communities of color. Theobesity ratefor white Ohioans is 34%compared with43%of Latinos and 36%of African Americans.

Fitness plays a critical role in combating the virus and improving peoples overall physical and mental health. Chronic health conditions impacting millions of Americans including obesity, hypertensionand diabetes can cause complications and significantly increase the chances of hospitalization and death for those who contract COVID-19. There is alsoincreasing evidencethat some racial and ethnic minority groups are being disproportionately affected by COVID-19.

Regular physical activity can protect us from these conditions while helping us to fight the virus. You mightnot think you have the time to squeeze in a workout, but researchers found that as little as 20 minutes of exercise can have anti-inflammatory effects that boost your immune system.

Mental health, much like physical health, also disproportionately affectsour lower-income communities.While 7.3%of Ohioans who make over $75,000 a yearreportedthat they experience frequent mental distress, that number skyrockets to 26.2%for those making less than $25,000 a year.

Levels of stress, anxiety and depression across the U.S. allincreasedduring the pandemic. To cope, it appears many Americans turned to alcohol, according to a study by RAND and the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, which found a spike in consumption. As lead author of thestudyand RAND sociologist Michael Pollard noted, "People's depression increases, anxiety increases, (and)alcohol use is often a way to cope with these feelings."

Once again, fitness can play a role, turning people away from increased alcohol use and towardregular physical activity is known to have long-term mental healthbenefitsthat reduce those conditions many are struggling with right now.

All of this underscores the critical need for regular physical activity especially now in the time of COVID for our countrys physical and mental well-being. And while weddings, parties, and other large group gatherings areknown hotbedsfor COVID transmission large fitness centers, on the other hand, are not.

In states reopening across the country, many fitness centers have developed, in coordination with local and national public health officials, stringent safety and sanitization protocols to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19. Here in Ohio, those protocolsincludelimiting capacity based on the space available and ability to social distance, and increased sanitization of high-contact surfaces, including fitness equipment.

The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association recently released results from a nationwide survey of individuals who have returned to their fitness clubs and found that 88%of them are confident in the COVID-19 mitigation efforts their club is using and nearly 65%are using exercise to improve their mental health.

Certainly, more studies are needed to analyze the effectiveness of COVID-19 protocols to protect public health and safety. Meanwhile, big-box fitness centers are taking necessary precautions to do their part while also providing an essential service to the public enabling Ohioans to take care of their physical and mental health.

Dr. Kenneth P.Moritsuguformerly served as the deputy surgeon general and the acting surgeon general of the United States.

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ST. PETERSBURG, FL If you're stressed because it's holiday season or because we're still in 2020, you can learn some relaxation techniques through a free tai chi class offered through Fitness in the Park

Every third Tuesday of the month, tai chi, an ancient Chinese tradition that is practiced as a graceful form of exercise is offered at Northwest Park, 5801 22nd Ave. N.

According to the Mayo Clinic, tai chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing. Tai chi is low impact and puts minimal stress on muscles and joints, making it generally safe for all ages and fitness levels.

The benefits tai chi offers, according to Mayo Clinic health officials are listed below:

Get Fit St. Pete is a free exercise program offered through Fitness in the Park hosted by the city of St. Petersburg.

Every Tuesday, a different exercise program is offered to residents through the city of St. Pet

Classes are taught by local fitness professionals in an assortment of exercise formats. The goal in this program is to challenge participants to try something new in a welcoming and comfortable environment.

The tai chi class is from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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