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The advent of COVID-19 may have changed the way we work and the way we play forever. Investing now requires us to imagine what a post-pandemic world would look like. I have long believed that the most likely outcome is the gradual and slow re-opening of the economy with social distancing to persist for months on end. Given this situation, certain business models may not survive or would need to be altered in order to operate post-pandemic. Planet Fitness (PLNT) is one such company whose entire business model may need to be re-evaluated for a post-COVID-19 world.

Just a brief background on the company; Planet Fitness is a franchisor and operator of a chain of gyms predominantly in the US. Planet Fitness rose to prominence by being more inclusive and offering a non-intimidating/judgment-free environment at a much cheaper price. Planet Fitness memberships are about $10-20 while the industry median according to the company's 10-K is about $71.

The company targets the casual gym users and no fitness buff as these people may find traditional gyms intimidating and expensive. The equipment in Planet Fitness' gyms is of high quality and the company has limited the number of staff available on site. The square space tends to be smaller than its competitors' and is lacking non-essential amenities like pools, daycare or juice bars, etc. In other words, it is a low-cost and high-volume business model.

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As Ive discussed in my article on Peloton (PTON), social distancing is a large hindrance to the traditional gym model. This is because large groups of people who are all sweating bodily fluids in a confined space is a potential hotbed for viruses. In order to reopen, gyms may have to change the way they operate completely. For example, a possible pre-condition for gyms to operate could be to limit the number of people in the gym at once. The good news is that the days of waiting for your turn on the treadmill may be coming to an end. The bad news for Planet Fitness is that the company may have to limit the number of memberships per location as people cant crowd in a gym any longer.

Another possible change is that strict disinfecting guidelines may have to be put in place in order to make sure viruses are not left on equipment surfaces. What that means for Planet Fitness is maybe hiring extra staff to go over all the equipment after every use to ensure proper disinfection. These two changes together would decrease the revenue due to a decrease in memberships and an increase in costs due to having to hire more staff.

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The other risk for Planet Fitness is that this pandemic may have shifted the attitude of consumers away from physical gyms into a more home workout style setup. You can already see this play out a bit with the emerging popularity of home video-style workouts as people are locked in quarantine. Once people get used to exercising at home, going back to the gym might not be that enticing except for athletes and other gym-buffs. Remember that Planet Fitness' target audience is the casual gym-goer, so this may spell trouble for the company.

The main risk to my thesis is if the world totally comes back to as it was pre-pandemic and the company resumes its rapid growth.

Handling changes post-pandemic would be fine if Planet Fitness were running a premium service with few and exclusive clientele or these additional costs may be passed on. However, pre-COVID-19, Planet Fitness was utilizing a low-cost and high-volume business model. While I am sure that management is up to the task of changing up its business strategy (an example of which is offering online fitness classes), there is now suddenly an increase in "execution risk" for the stock. What will the business look like in the future? Will they have to increase prices? Is it going to be a mix of online and offline classes? There are lingering questions that need to be answered. The stock is lower by roughly 35% from its peak yet is still trading at a 53x P/E. Given the uncertainty, I dont think it makes sense to be paying this high a multiple despite the market correction.

Prior to the pandemic, Planet Fitness' revenue was growing rapidly at $430m, $530m and $640m in 2017, 2018, and 2019, respectively, indicating a CAGR of 14%. The cost of this rapid growth, it seems, is a mountain of debt as the company has long-term debt of around $1.6 billion against Total Assets of $1.7 billion. The company has negative equity of ($700) million. This makes the company a risky investment in my view as gyms right now are not earning revenue and have been mulling bankruptcy. The upside though is if a lot of gyms go bankrupt, Planet Fitness could be the last gym standing. However, such a strategy requires sufficient liquidity to pull off and given the large debt load, I would say Planet Fitness isn't safe either.

In order to invest in Planet Fitness stock, not only do you need to believe that a vaccine would be created and consumer attitudes would not have significantly changed but also that Planet Fitness can maintain its incredible growth rate of prior years. Given the fundamental change in the business landscape for the industry as well as the high valuation, I would recommend you stay away from Planet Fitness.

Disclosure: I/we have no positions in any stocks mentioned, and no plans to initiate any positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article.

Additional disclosure: Caveat emptor! (Buyer beware.) Please do your own proper due diligence on any stock directly or indirectly mentioned in this article. You probably should seek advice from a broker or financial adviser before making any investment decisions. I don't know you or your specific circumstances, therefore, your tolerance and suitability to take risks may differ. This article should be considered general information, and not relied on as a formal investment recommendation.

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Aside from his daytime job as an IT consultant, 2012 University of Indianapolis Alum Andrew Armour has spent the last few years creating a free fitness app called Activate Fitness. Activate Fitness officially released on July 9 and is available on iOS and Android. The app regulates screen time based on daily activity levels and encourages kids, as well as families to stay active and be rewarded with screen time.

Its an app that allows children to attain their own screen time based on reaching physical activity goals that are set by parents, Armour said. The main focus of the app itself is that parent/child relationship, but it doesnt just force that parent and child relationship, my wife and I use it too.

Armour said that the app can be used for any individual who thinks they spend too much time on their device. If they want to control that a little bit more and push themselves to be more active, people can install the software on their device and be able to use it whenever they want, according to Armour.

The idea for the app came about after Armour was hanging out with his older brother and his three kids. Armour said he went over to their house one day and his nieces and nephews were inside on their phones when it was a beautiful day when they could have been outside.

It [the idea] didnt stick with me right then, Armour said. It was something later that night at like two or three in the morning that I thought or before I was trying to go to bed or attempting to sleep that I came up with. Then I woke up and I couldnt go back to sleep. It was something that I had to research a little more

Six years out of college, Armour said he has been sitting back brainstorming about things to pursue and the idea of this fitness app was the first one that impacted him and his family. When he came up with it, he thought it was something that could not only help his family, but also impact the lives of children who are using devices and get them away from the screen.

Ive always been this person who has always tried to think of the next great thing, Armour said. I think it was a long track record of me coming up with OK ideas, but nothing that I was really going to put my time, effort and especially my money into because I didnt know how the outcome was going to be for me financially.

Armour said that during this process, his older brother AJ Armour has been one of his biggest supporters. According to AJ, Andrews always had an entrepreneurial spirit. AJ said that he is 13 years older than Andrew, so he could relate to some of the technology issues with kids and saw the problem first hand and got excited about the idea when Andrew came up with it.

He was always bouncing ideas off of me for services and potential technologies that could enhance/improve something, AJ said. I help him mentally work through his marketing approach, capabilities of the application and we kick around how to get more people that can help influence a target audience of young parents that are fed up with the overhead of managing screen time. Im really just a sounding board and someone that is looking out for him and trying to help steer when I can and provide objective feedback when needed. Hes the owner, its all his vision and his money that hes put into the company and app. I just want to see him succeed.

AJ said that before the app, he was constantly managing his kids screen time and requests for more time.

Weve used other screen time management tools in the past and they have nothing like his app. Its nice because it helps strike a balance between screen time and fitness, AJ said. It also gives the kid the power to control the time they get on screens by performing physical fitness tasks, so that is nice because they feel more in control and it reduces the power struggle that was always in play before when they would run out of time on their phone and then come asking me for more. Now they can just go earn it.

According to Armour, he spent around 6-8 months doing research and did his due diligence on his side for the app to make sure nobody else was working on this idea and offering a similar service. In September 2016, he filed for a provisional patent, which was approved. Then he filed for a full utility patent in 2017 and then the app officially was approved in December of 2019. Armour said he spent a little over three years sitting back, worrying and waiting, but it was very nice that it went through because it protects him from all his competitors who offer a similar service.

According to Armour, there have been a handful of media outlets that have covered his story, including the Indianapolis Business Journal. Armour said that since the app launched in March, he has received good feedback. He did a launch with family and friends on social media and has had amazing feedback from his community and a lot of cool people who were interested in it and is hoping to continue raising awareness about it.

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A free eight-week, team-based health program will launch May 2, aiming to help participants increase physical activity and improve eating habits.

Called FitEx, registration is open now through May 1.

With the COVID-19 pandemic still affecting all of our lives, FitEx is a great program to help connect us virtually to our family, friends, co-workers and teammates through healthy competition, said Denise Smith, University of Wyoming Extension educator.

To register, visit http://fitex1.cs.vt.edu/#/register and select your county. Participants can create a team of five (friends, family or co-workers) and select a team captain and name.

Participants set goals for how many miles a team will finish in eight weeks. A FitEx mile is equal to 1 mile walking or running or any 15-minute bout of moderate physical activity, such as an aerobics class. Teams will also set goals for how many cups of fruits and vegetables they will eat during the eight weeks.

Participants can sign in to FitEx at http://www.fit-ex.org starting May 2 to log the number of miles and cups of fruits and vegetables eaten every day or once a week.

Teams can view the FitEx tracking charts to see the progress toward their goals and comparisons to other teams across Wyoming.

The team environment and the online tracking helps participants achieve their goals throughout the eight-week competition, said Smith.

Facebook posts, newsletters, feedback, competition for motivation and prizes for the winning team are part of the program.

Residents are encouraged to speak with a healthcare provider if they have questions about safe and appropriate activities for you and/or your team members. Contact the research team at program@fit-ex.org to discuss any needs for yourself or a team member.

Smith said she can be contacted if someone would like to compete but cant find enough members for a team of five. For more information, contact Smith at desmith@uwyo.edu.

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LOS ANGELES, April 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Oral health expert Dale Audrey, R.D.H., of Oral Fitness Inc. explains how people should care for their teeth and gums when they cannot see a dentist. Many factors prevent people from going to the dentist, including the COVID-19 pandemic, cost, lack of insurance, illness, lack of mobility and the fear of pain. Fortunately, Audrey has developed a holistic approach that everyone can follow to protect the health of their teeth and gums.

"During this time most people are unable to visit their dentist, and the products available at their local stores are not only laden with harmful chemicals but do not provide the full solution to oral care that is needed to properly take care of your teeth and gums," warns Audrey. "It is so important to have an oral health care regimen that is a complete solutionbecause simply brushing and flossing your teeth will not suffice."

While a lot of individuals are probably not aware of the importance of cleaning their tongue, Audrey advises that the tongue harbors bacteria like a sponge, and she recommends a detox serum and tongue cleanerto remove debris and bacteria as the first step to everyone's oral healthcare routine.

The next step should always be to rinse with an all-natural mouth rinse to help reduce bacteria that cause dental issues, without altering the oral microbiome. An all-natural salt-water rinsewill also help to provide relief from the soreness of dental conditions or treatments.

When it comes to toothpaste, ingredients are very important. Certain harsh detergents or other ingredients may have potentially harmful side effects. People should always avoid ingredients such as sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) or the antimicrobial agent triclosan. Audrey recommends brushing with a gentle mineralizing toothpaste, formulated with natural ingredients, which effectively cleans teeth without causing tooth abrasion.

To protect your gums, Audrey suggests flossing with an all-natural floss to remove bacteria below the gum line and sides of teeth and using a gum massaging tool to increase the blood flow to the gum tissue, which helps strengthen gum tissue and improve overall gum health. Audrey has also developed a Perio Powder and Perio Serumspecifically designed to help prevent and reverse gum disease in its early stages (gingivitis).

Audrey stresses that consistency is key when it comes to establishing a daily routine. She advises following three essential steps:

While following a daily routine is imperative for oral health, Audrey cautions against trying to take on too much too soon. For example, if someone knows that realistically they will not floss every day, they can floss every other day instead. They will likely notice their teeth and gums feel less "clean" on the days they withhold from doing it. In turn, this feeling will motivate them to start flossing every day in order to achieve the "clean" feeling.

"We spend a great deal of time and money on our hair and makeup, but taking care of our oral health is more important. When you establish a routine using Dale Audrey's products, you can protect your teeth and gums in less than 10 minutes per day," Audrey said.

Making it a point to practice tooth brushing in the morning and evening is also critical for maintaining healthy teeth and gums. According to Audrey, people who tend to fall asleep at night without brushing their teeth should brush them after dinner instead.

As an oral fitness coach, fueled by her passion to help people live a better quality life through optimum oral care, Audrey offers free consultations to anyone who would like advice on how to properly take care of their teeth or to address specific problems. During the consultation, Audrey will find out exactly what an individual's needs are and formulate a customized solution for better oral healthcare. Book a consultation with Dale Audrey R.D.H. today!

About Oral Fitness Inc. by Dale Audrey, R.D.H.

Founded in 2007, Oral Fitness Inc. by Oral Health Expert Dale Audrey, R.D.H., introduced a new breed of natural oral care products. As the daughter of a successful periodontist, Audrey witnessed firsthand the importance of proper oral hygiene. Fueled by a passion for helping consumers get safe and non-toxic products to take proper care of their oral health, Audrey developed a line of all-natural oral health products. These products are available on the company's website and in stores across the United States. Visit daleaudrey.comto learn more.

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Like a New Years resolution that was never going to be kept, I woke up on March 13 with grand plans: Every morning while under stay-at-home orders I would work out for at least 30 minutes. Then I decided to start that on March 14. Soon it was the first week of April. Turns out Im pretty good at excuses, all under the guise of self-care.

So I did the next best thing: I turned to video games.

Such a statement isnt as odd as it may have been in 2007, when Nintendos Wii Fit was all the rage. Working out, after all, has become gameified, be it through our apps that keep track of our steps or higher-end, screen-based equipment such as a Peloton bike. And Nintendos recent Ring Fit Adventure, which is hard to find and going for sometimes double or triple its $79.99 prince on eBay, is an absolute joy. An adventure game that encourages us to mix cardio activities with a Pilates-like ring, Ring Fit Adventure is cheerily encouraging as we do battle with a mean dragon.

I had been away from the game for a couple of months, but Ring Fit Adventure is a surprisingly adept personal trainer. Many of the upper-body exercises are completed by pulling the ring in and out, allowing it to mimic the activities one would normally associates with a resistance band. But it also encourages us to take breaks, and if we miss a day or two it dials down the difficulty. I appreciate its illusion of awareness and that its less rigid than throwing on a video.

And yet there is one ever-so-slight negative with Ring Fit Adventure. Its not the fault of the game so much as my mind. It lives on the Nintendo Switch, which is also home to Animal Crossing: New Horizons. And while I can speak only for myself, of course, Animal Crossing has been a savior when it comes to easing any anxieties or worries during this time. Its pull is irresistible.

Home fitness, of course, faces many hurdles, as anyone with a bike or treadmill that most often gets used as a place to dry clothes can attest. Should I simply resign myself to gaining back the 30 pounds I lost last year and just worry about it after the pandemic ends? That was the path I was on, at least until my work-at-home desk (its a couch) sent my lower back into a red-alert panic mode.

I was going to need to find a way to move. And right now, if it werent for virtual reality, I probably wouldnt be getting any exercise.

Moving inside the headset has resulted in my most intense workouts in months, so much so that Im planning to cancel my gym membership on the other end of this. While Im far from the first to discover that virtual reality is pretty great space for working out, Im somewhat frustrated it took me this long to realize it. After all, some of the lightsaber moments in Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series certainly could work up a sweat,

Beat Saber" is probably the most recognizable VR workout, having made it to late-night television and boasting partnerships with a number of major pop acts. Its good to get the body moving and the heart rate up. With neon cubes flying at me every Tuesday and Thursday morning, when my schedule goes according to plan, Im hopping around my kitchen and swinging wildly only what I see is a tunnel with a cyberpunk aesthetic. I could easily spend 40 minutes in this world.

The VR exercise game Supernatural aims to give users a full-body workout in virtual reality. The new game, available for the Oculus Quest, will use a $20 per month subscription model. Credit: Within

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That I could use a game like Beat Saber for a cardio workout was a bit of a surprise to me, only because the one drawback of VR is that I cant see myself. Yet that turned out to be the greatest advantage of VR workouts. I dont want to see myself. Even alone in front of my TV with Ring Fit Adventure I am self-consciously aware that I am moving like a weirdo in my family room. VR allows me to get out of my own head. In other words, when I cant see myself, Im not embarrassing myself.

To exercise, I use the Oculus Quest, which is sold out. But it is cordless and at a price of either $400 or $500 runs cheaper than some high-end fitness equipment. That being said, its primary use has been entertainment rather than fitness, although that may be changing, at least if the just-released Supernatural from local tech firm Within catches on.

Supernatural is designed specifically for working-out in VR, and its been destroying me in the best possible way. Unlike in a more game-like experience, even one that encourages swinging and movement, Supernatural gives you a virtual coach and places you in postcard-worthy visual landscapes. Think New Guinea islands, the Grand Canyon or Ethopias Erta Ale volcano.

I especially like the volcanoes, as the backdrop allows me to pretend Im training to be a Jedi. But this isnt National Geographic; the settings, while beautiful, work largely to get you removed from remembering youre in your own home.

The movements are similar to other rhythm games, such as the aforementioned Beat Saber, where the virtual foam-like swords are used to swing at circular objects coming our way. Supernatural also throws in plenty of triangles, which are designed to get you to pull off squats or lunges. Because of my back issues, Ive worked with physical therapists, so I know how to modify some of these movements to work within my abilities.

While Supernatural will require a $19-per-month subscription, it has succeeded in getting me as sweaty and sore as when I did morning boot camps. Im not someone to give certified fitness advice I sometimes eat Swedish Fish candies for dinner, after all but a benefit of Supernatural is the presence of coaches, filmed so they appear in front of you. The full 360 movement afforded in VR helps make sure Im moving in the way Im instructed.

What left me most surprised, however, is that after a few days in Supernatural my arms felt as if I had done 100 push-ups. I thought this was an odd sensation, considering I was only holding the Oculus controllers rather than weights. But Within worked with professional coaches to guide players to behave in way that uses their full range of motion rather than attempting to simply become good at the game.

The VR exercise game Supernatural aims to give users a full-body workout in virtual reality. The new game, available for the Oculus Quest, will use a $20-per-month subscription model. Credit: Within

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Though the app will supposedly adjust placement of its objects based on how well were moving, I havent attempted to fully game the system, so to speak. I just know that after a couple of weeks, Supernatural is still challenging me. Within, says co-founcer Aaron Koblin, found that most rhythm games, as players improve, actually result in worse workouts, as they are understanding how to move to win rather than how to burn calories.

That is not the same objective as creating something thats focused on large healthy movements follow through with your swings the kinds of things you get more from the success of the sport than success of the game, says Koblin.

After two weeks, as Supernatural has succeeded in getting me off the couch, my back pain has decreased. At the end of these stay-at-home orders, I hope to emerge a fully trained Jedi. Thats how this works, right?

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TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) -- Gym members are concerned they're paying fees for something they cannot use.

Like all fitness centers, the gym portion is closed, but since many Great Life Topeka locations have golf courses that are open, and included in memberships, the dues are still active.

Great Life Topeka member Jeri Billings says she's paying fees for a gym she can't use.

"I acquired about why they're still charging people during the coronavirus if we can't use the gym, all the gyms were closed," Billings said. "They said you had to cancel by February 28 or else your stuck for a whole another year. I was not told that when I signed up."

The difference between Great Life and other gyms, the golf courses included in their memberships, are considered essential businesses , and remain open.

"You know, I dont golf, I didn't sign up to golf, I just sign up to workout," Billings emphasized.

The Better Business Bureau says it's best to read through your contract.

"Make sure also to you understand any verbal promises that were made and also in that contract hopefully you did that prior to signing," Denise Groene with Better Business Bureau said.

The BBB says other gyms, such as Colaw and Crunch fitness may have different requirements during this time.

"You have some gyms that are completely closed because all they have is the workout facility and then you may have other gyms that also have additional components that are still allowed to remain open, so it really is a case by case scenario," Groene explained.

If you find yourself still in a contract, Groene says, "I would first recommend reaching out to that business and asking why this particular area of the contract wasn't upheld. You can also file a dispute through the Better Business Bearau."

Jeri says she wants other to be aware, "people are going to remember how businesses treated them during this time."

Rick Farrant, owner of Great Life Topeka told 13 News that there is only have one staff member handling membership inquiries right now during this time.

Farrant also mentioned Jeri will be contacted and will be offered several options.

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The city of Fredericks Parks and Recreation department has extended the closure of fields, facilities and other programs throughout the city until at least the end of May.

The citys William R. Talley Recreation Center and its satellite facilities are closed through the end of the citys state of emergency or May 31, whichever date is later, according to a news release Tuesday.

No new facility reservations are available at this time, and existing reservations have been canceled.

Fitness center memberships, including ones with automatic billing, have been suspended and will be reactivated upon a patrons first visit to the facility when it reopens.

All permits for park facilities and any race/walk or parade permits are also canceled through the end of the state of emergency or May 31. The city will release information on the resumption of the application and permit process as conditions warrant, according to the release.

While city parks remain open, all playgrounds, pavilions, basketball and tennis courts, skate parks and other facilities are closed.

The citys Clustered Spires Golf Course is closed until further notice, with all walking, running, biking or use of the courses path system prohibited, and the dog park is also closed until further notice.

Residents can call 301-600-6972 for information on programs and facilities.

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FITNESS guru Emily Skye says at 30 weeks pregnant she has never been more comfortable in her skin, but it took her a "long time" to feel this way.

Known for her washboard abs, Skye told her 2.5 million Instagram followers about her insecurities of never feeling good enough, but now she wears her flaws like a "badge of honour".

"I've never had more cellulite, stretchmarks or body fat in my life & yet I'm the most comfortable I've ever been in my own skin," Skye wrote while sharing a pregnancy picture.

Emily Skye 30 weeks pregnant. Source: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/emilyskyefit/

"I'm far more confident in THIS body than the body I had pre-babies, when I was super lean, had abs, no cellulite & barely any "marks" & I still thought I wasn't "good enough"."

Skye said she always wanted to be "better, fitter, leaner and stronger" and that she was never close to being 100 per cent happy with her figure.

"Back then I would have seen my body now with my cellulite, excess skin etc. as flaws - now I wear them like they're a badge of honour," she wrote.

"They're part of me & part of creating my precious children & I'm so proud of my body - every single part of it."

The social media post attracted thousands of supportive comments from her followers, but among them were negative comments which Skye hit back at.

Emily Skye with first child Mia announcing she will be welcoming her second bub later this year. Photo: Instagram

"People please know that everyone is completely entitled to their own opinions of themselves," she wrote in the comments.

"Please don't tell other people how they should and shouldn't feel about themselves and their own body. Your feelings are yours - mine are mine. This is how I feel about MY body & it took me a damn long time to feel this way."

She also wrote that she has been candid with showing the hard times of her pregnancy.

"I have MANY times posted on my wall & in my stories about all the shitty parts of pregnancy and my struggles.

"I have never once said it's all sunshine rainbows and lollipops. I have chosen to be honest with you all about SO much so please don't accuse me of lying about my feelings towards myself or accusing me of making out pregnancy is amazing 100% of the time."

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Fitness coach Gebhard Phil-Gritsch believes that Serb Novak Djokovic could play until his forties just like Swiss Roger Federer. Djokovic, 32, has never lacked an exceptional physical preparation as that was one of the main reasons in him becoming the player he is today.

Per his fitness coach Gritsch, the Serb's goal was to put himself in a position for a long career. Federer, a record 20-time Grand Slam champion, turns 39 this coming August. The Swiss became the oldest Wimbledon champion ever when he won the title at The All England Club in 2017.

At last year's Wimbledon, Federer came close to breaking Ken Rosewall's record and becoming the oldest Grand Slam champion ever. Unfortunately for the Swiss, he fell just short as Djokovic saved two consecutive match points in the final before claiming a narrow win.

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The Duchess of Cornwall has revealed her lockdown exercise routine and it includes pilates and online ballet classes.

Camilla, 72, became vice-patron of the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) on Wednesday, and marked the occasion with a Zoom call with the academys president Dame Darcey Bussell and broadcaster Angela Rippon CBE.

During the call, the duchess revealed her own secrets to keeping in shape during lockdown, which includes the Silver Swans online ballet classes offered by RAD.

Silver Swans classes are specifically designed for over-55s, and have been adapted to be safe for older people.

Camilla visited RAD in 2018, where she met a group of Silver Swans, and observed a class in action with Rippon, the initiatives ambassador.

Shes since visited more classes in New Zealand last year, and attended a few herself.

Read more: Family photos and keepsakes fill Camilla's office as royals work from home

As part of the video conversation, Camilla said:I had certainly never done ballet before, and it doesnt matter whether you have done ballet or not, its something that will make you feel better.

It gives you a certain amount of confidence in yourself, its just a bit of discipline, which I think we all need in our lives.

The classes are now running online as the world adapts to the coronavirus outbreak, and RAD has launched free lessons that are added every Wednesday.

During the call, the duchess, who is currently living in Birkhall with her husband Prince Charles, spoke about their life in lockdown.

Read more:Duchess of Cornwall says not hugging grandchildren is hardest part of self-isolation

Dubbing Charles a workaholic, she said that during lockdown she and the prince were keen to keep encouraging their charities.

Speaking about her daily exercise, she said: We have all got to keep active because if we dont we will seize up, we wont be able to get out of bed.

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It doesnt matter if it is 10 minutes or 20 minutes, it just starts off the day.

I do a combination of a bit of Silver Swans, a bit of pilates and a lot of walking, which I love.

The duchess also spoke about a lesson she had with some ancient friends saying: We sort of clatter around together, and it makes all the difference.

She admitted she had thought she would find herself laughing at her friends during the class, but it was so hard to concentrate on what she had to do, she didnt notice what anyone else was up to.

Camilla went on to discuss her new role as RAD vice-patron, saying: Its a real honour for me to be asked. My visit there was so memorable, first of all because of the Silver Swans, but actually meeting everybody.

It had a wonderful feeling of comradeship and also, its such a happy place. I think dancing makes you happy.

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Her Majesty The Queen has been Patron of the Academy since 1953.

The Duke and Duchess of Rothesay, as Charles and Camilla are known when theyre in Scotland, have been working throughout the pandemic, switching meetings and engagements to calls and video chats.

Charles was the first royal to open one of the NHS Nightingale field hospitals virtually, and Camilla has also opened one with a video message.

Shes also offered her support to charities who look after isolated older people, and made calls to some herself, to offer contact.

Camilla has spoken about missing hugging her grandchildren while she has to isolate from them.

Charles, 71, was diagnosed with COVID-19, but Camilla did not pick up the disease from him. They marked their 15th wedding anniversary in lockdown, and have had to celebrate various family members birthdays including the Queens via video-call.

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