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From April until August, Borja Fernandez couldnt play basketball. He couldnt find a hoop hed be allowed to use. With gyms, parks and every place to play sports closed, Fernandez was trapped.

Back in his home country for four months this offseason, the Bilbao, Spain, native had to deal not only with coronavirus-related restrictions from the government but also enforcement from police.

In Spain, we have like a real lockdown, Fernandez said. We couldnt go to the streets. After a month of full quarantine without going to the streets, it was like only some hours you could go outside.

Fernandez needed to be creative. He focused on body-weight exercises, his diet and eventually found a small weight room he could use. But it was far from what he was used to.

During the summer, Montana State players didnt know if theyd have a season this winter. Fernandez, a sophomore forward for the Bobcats, wasnt sure when hed return to Bozeman because borders were closed.

Fernandez was relieved he could finally make it back to campus by early August in the middle of his offseason transformation. Just two games into the MSU (1-1) season, hes gone from a role player coming off the bench to a key piece in a new-look offense. The Bobcats next scheduled game isnt until Dec. 18, and their plan is to capitalize on the two-week break with valuable practice time.

This year, I have been working really hard when I was back in Spain in quarantine, Fernandez said. I guess, just keep working. It doesnt matter if Im a starter or not.

After practices during his freshman year, Fernandez frequently ran extra sprints on his own. His fitness was an area he knew he needed to improve.

This offseason, Fernandez focused on eating healthier. He sent videos of his home workouts from Spain to MSUs coaches. He was in constant communication with them regardless of the eight-hour time difference. He dropped about 15-20 pounds and is now listed at 230 pounds on the Bobcats roster.

Hes in the best shape of his life right now, MSU head coach Danny Sprinkle said this summer.

Montana State forward Borja Fernandez dribbles the ball against Northern Colorado on March 7 at Worthington Arena.

In practice and in games, Fernandez feels he has more energy. As a 6-foot-7 power forward with some 3-point shooting ability, he gives MSU a dimension the team wouldnt otherwise have. Fernandez can move quicker, so hes more capable of rotating defensively and staying in front of ball-handlers in one-on-one situations. His progress on defense has coincided with more playing time.

Through Montana States first two games, Fernandez started twice and is averaging 8.5 points, 5.5 rebounds and 27 minutes. Hes made 7 of 14 shots from the field, including 2 of 4 on 3-pointers.

Albeit a small sample size, its an uptick from a year ago, when Fernandez came off the bench to average 5.5 points and 3.3 rebounds in 17.2 minutes.

His skill level brings a different level to our team, Sprinkle said. ... He makes the offense better when hes in the game.

Sprinkle has complimented Fernandezs passing and ability to complement junior center Jubrile Belo in the post. The sophomores craftiness around the rim has often led to layups. After shooting 37% from 3 last season, Fernandez continued working on his outside jumper and poses a threat behind the arc. That allows the Bobcats to open up more space.

With a minute and a half left against Pacific on Dec. 2, Fernandez hit a crucial 3-pointer that cut the Tigers lead to four points and helped force overtime.

Fernandez started three games last year as a freshman when Devin Kirby was out with an injury. Kirby, at 6-foot-11, is playing at his more natural center position this year backing up Belo. Kirby started 23 games last year at power forward largely because of what he brought defensively.

But now that Fernandez has worked on his fitness and is better suited to contribute on both ends, hes gained more minutes.

This year can be like my opportunity to take a step, Fernandez said.

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As COVID-19 cases continue to rise across the state, a gym in Monroe County is making sure its members have a way to stay healthy at home.

STROUDSBURG, Pa. There were only a few people working out inside the Pocono Family YMCA on Main Street in Stroudsburg when Newswatch 16 was there. Steve Houloose from East Stroudsburg was one of them.

"It's a little lonely here. It was always nice to have classes full and people coming in and out," Houloose said.

Because of the rise in COVID-19 cases, Pocono Family YMCA has decided to tweak its in-person group fitness classes. The workouts are being streamed online instead.

Fernanda Urgelles is a fitness instructor. She's teaching virtual Zumba classes.

"I think during the winter, and until the scale of the pandemic is controlled, this is the way to go. It's still fun. We are still seeing each other. I am able to see you guys dancing with me. We will have the music, and you'll get the workout and exercise that we all need," said Urgelles.

Steffanie Bush is co-director of operations at the facility. She says that while people can use workout machines and the pool individually, group workouts pose too high a risk for members. Virtual classes started just this week.

"With the rise in cases across the county, and even in New Jersey which is right next door, we made the decision to lead the way and try to protect our community, and kind of move everyone to virtual so that way you can safely exercise and get moving in the house and stay connected to the community," Bush said.

While members appreciate the virtual classes, they cannot wait for the day they can be back inside with all their friends.

"My biggest hope is that once this is over and they no longer need virtual classes, that all of those people come back," Houloose said.

Members can view classes online using Google Meet or Facebook Live.

You need to sign up for most classes in order to get a link to participate.

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The Air Force is cutting the much-loathed waist measurement portion of its annual physical fitness tests for airmen and Space Force members, the service announced.

The Air Force, which also said it will postpone the fitness tests for its service members until April due to the coronavirus pandemic, is the first military branch to eliminate the practice, which is also known as the tape test.

We trust that our Airmen understand the standard of good physical health practices and we are all finding innovative ways to stay fit, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Brown said in a statement on Monday. We also trust that leaders will take the appropriate steps to keep their Airmen safe while making every effort to provide fitness options during the pandemic.

The military uses the tape test as a method to estimate body fat, measuring the waist of an individual and then comparing that against the person's height to determine body fat percentage.

But service members complain that the test does not give an accurate reading, as it does not take muscle mass into consideration, and could negatively impact their careers unnecessarily.

In addition to throwing out the waist measurement segment, the Air Force is also exploring alternative strength and cardio components for its current fitness assessment, Brown said.

We believe these potential test structure changes will impact Airmen in a positive way and help with a holistic approach to health and fitness standards.

This is the fourth time the Air Force has delayed physical fitness testing due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The service in March first suspended the tests until the end of May, but later pushed that pause until at least Oct. 1.

Officials hoped to resume testing by January, but Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne Bass said that based on the number of coronavirus cases nationwide, the right thing to do is focus on keeping our airmen and their families safe."

"Delaying and reevaluating the PT test is the best option for our people, Bass added.

Commanders may delay the official fitness assessments again beyond April based on the recommendation of local public health officials, the continuation of closed fitness centers and extended state-wide restriction of movement and gathering, according to the statement.

While the waist measurement is permanently removed from the assessment, height and weight measurements will resume in October. The test will also still consist of a 1.5-mile run, one minute of push-ups and one minute of sit-ups.

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Reading, PA The T.R.A.I.N. Station located at 1007 Hill Avenue Building 17, Wyomissing will open at the beginning of January, raising Berks Countys athletic training and fitness community level by joining the experience and expertise of Berks Elite Training, The CrossFit Crossing (formerly Corps Fitness), IM ABLE Foundation, and Phoenix Allstars under one roof.

By joining these services under one roof, a destination for all types of athletes will be created offering a community focused multi-faceted facility. Together the four groups will cross train and service their clientele with programing for performance training athletes, adults and the adaptive community. The new building provides the organizations with 13,000 square feet of a fully renovated iconic Wyomissing knitting mill. This facility will be divided into two suites with Phoenix Allstars on one side and the fitness facilities on the other.

We wanted a layout that created some energy in the building and felt it best to share space with The CrossFit Crossing and IM ABLE. We all use the same vehicle to create impact; fitness. By sharing space, we will create a synergy of high-level performance training at all ages that is also mindful of community impact. Whether you are trying to lose weight, increase your self-confidence, recover from a nagging injury or get a D1 Scholarship, the T.R.A.I.N. Station will have a program and a trainer specific for you, says Pete Rowley, Owner Berks Elite Training.

The facility will be fully equipped with Rogue Performance Equipment, with a focus on explosive strength training, athletic foundation and injury prevention. It will have state-of-the-art testing equipment for performance, weight loss and underline medical deficiencies. The Phoenix Allstars will not only have brand new floor but equipment, strength training and injury prevention will also be added to their regimen to enhance their curriculum and continue to compete at the highest levels.

The name The T.R.A.I.N. Station is symbolic as the building sits on the former Conrail Railroad System which is now operated by CSX Corporation. T.R.A.I.N. represents Train, Regenerate, Adapt, Inspire, and Nourish. The idea was to incorporate the mission of all by creating a destination for all.

The T.R.A.I.N. Station felt appropriate given Readings iconic reputation and the presence of our own terminal. The symbolism was too much to ignore. You begin your journey here, with a goal and purpose in mind. Our hope is to join this journey with you and see to it that you arrive at your destination, said Rachel Rowley, Owner Building 17 LLC.

The T.R.A.I.N. Station brings the vision of creating an all-inclusive fitness community to reality. The combination of Berks Elite Training, IM ABLE and The CrossFit Crossing (formerly CorpsFitness) and Phoenix Allstars under one roof creates a unique fitness and training facility. Together we can serve the needs of everyone out there, from group classes to small groups, personal training and adaptive fitness, said Kevin Kodz, Owner The CrossFit Crossing.

I am excited about bringing together three community organizations, Corps Fitness, IM ABLE Foundation and Berks Elite Training that have each been synonymous with health and wellness for all abilities, under one roof with a central location in Wyomissing for more ways to serve Berks County and beyond, said Chris Kaag, Founder/CEO IM ABLE Foundation.

Phoenix Allstars is a non-profit organization specializing in allstar cheerleading, tumbling instruction and a variety of other cheer related activities. We are excited to form new relationships with like-minded business allowing us to provide additional positive opportunities for our athletes and enable them to grow and develop their skills and abilities, says Amber Murray, Phoenix Allstars.

The T.R.A.I.N. Station will be holding a ribbon cutting ceremony adhering to all COVID-19 guidelines in early January and a grand opening event after COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted.

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The Orem City Council received an update on the construction status of the fitness center and the new library auditorium Tuesday.

The two projects have been in the works since spring of 2019. According to Ryan Clark, community development director, both projects are on budget and on time or early.

Library

The auditorium is nearly completed, according to Clark.

There are a few areas still needing to be addressed, Clark said. The final cleaning needs to be done.

The seats in the auditorium have all been unwrapped and this week they are balancing the sound system and the HVAC system, Clark said.

There is a delay on the curtains as they are coming out of California and the state is in lockdown because of COVID-19.

Clark is waiting for a certificate of occupancy and expects a ribbon-cutting ceremony by the end of January. It was originally scheduled for November of this year.

The auditorium is expected to absorb programs and productions already sponsored by the library and other city groups. It will seat approximately 450 people.

Fitness center

Various areas of the center are getting closer to completion, according to Clark. Some areas have paint on the walls and floors installed while other areas are waiting for larger items to be installed.

This fitness center will have two full basketball courts, whereas the former center has only one full court. The gym area also can host a pickleball court. Racquetball courts are nearly complete.

Thanks to money from the CARES Act, automatic non-touch sliding doors have replaced all regular hand-open doors. This is an item that has changed because of COVID-19.

The childrens indoor play area has had a major redo, according to Clark.

The playground was going to look like a restaurant play area, Clark said. We had to up the quality.

That included an increase in the costs for the play area to the tune of $350,000. The city already has $200,000.

There has been a special fundraiser for the additional money and, according to Karl Hirst, director of Parks and Recreation, they are about two-thirds of the way there.

Once people feel its real, we will have a ramp up in small donations, said Brenn Bybee, assistant city manager.

Other than the landscaping, which will be done in the spring, it appears the fitness center will be ready to open by the end of February.

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The $200 (179, AU$300) Garmin Venu Sq has almost every fitness- and health-tracking feature you could want in a smartwatch for less than competitors like the Apple Watch ($399 at Apple) and Fitbit Versa 3. It has a bright LCD touchscreen, built-in GPS, SpO2 (blood oxygen) tracking and up to six days of battery life, which makes it a compelling buy, especially if you want a watch that's compatible with both Android and iOS.

It's not the most premium-looking smartwatch out there and it misses out on features like a voice assistant and altimeter, but it makes up for it in health and fitness features that elevate it from the rest.

Like the name suggests, the Venu Sq has a square watch face with rounded edges, unlike the original Garmin Venu and almost every other Garmin sports watch with circular designs. Its 1.3-inch color LCD display feels a bit cramped compared to other Garmin watches, but it's clear and easy to read even in bright sunlight and you can keep the screen set to always-on. Having used the larger Garmin Venu for a while, the smaller size of the Venu Sq took a bit of getting used to, especially during workouts when I couldn't see as many stats at a glance and had to scroll to find the right metric like heart rate, which was all the way on the last page.

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The overall build quality is sturdy enough thanks to an aluminum bezel, although the plastic case and buttons make it feel like a cheaper watch than it actually is, especially compared to something like the Apple Watch SE ($289 at Amazon), Galaxy Watch Active 2 ($200 at Amazon) or Fitbit Versa 3 for example, which all have metal finishes and OLED displays. The Venu Sq has two side buttons: one to start/stop activities and the other to navigate back and forth between menus. Once I figured out which did what, it took me a few days to get completely comfortable using them to navigate the interface.

My biggest complaint with the Venu Sq's design is the vibration motor, which is not particularly strong. Half the time it was the buzzing noise, not the vibration itself, that clued me in on a notification.

Garmin's biggest strength is in health and fitness tracking, with the Venu Sq squarely hitting the mark. It has an SpO2 sensor to identify blood oxygen levels, either as a spot check or automatically throughout the day and night, similar to the $399 Apple Watch Series 6. Although setting it to monitor constantly will reduce battery life a lot faster. It's also hard to find the SpO2 option in the menus and I found that adding it as a widget in the settings is the best way to get it to pop up on your wrist.

Unfortunately I didn't have a pulse oximeter to compare the readings from the Venu Sq to determine accuracy. Either way, it's important to note that the Venu Sq has not been approved to be used as a medical device and should not be used for diagnostic purposes. Always consult with a physician or other qualified health provider about any health-related issues you may have about a medical condition or health objectives.

Though the Venu Sq doesn't have an ECG, or electrocardiogram, like the Apple Watch Series 6 and Galaxy Watch 3 ($299 at Amazon), it does give you the option to receive high and low heart rate notifications that will let you know if your heart rate spikes above or falls below what it considers to be a healthy threshold.

The Venu Sq also uses heart rate variability to determine your stress levels, but doesn't really offer much guidance on how to decrease your stress. I found Garmin's Body Battery meter, which takes into account heart rate variability readings, activity levels and sleep, a more accurate representation of how my body was working that day and helped me decide what kind of workout to do and how hard to push myself. It works better than the Stress Management Score in the Fitbit Sense ($329 at Walmart) that is a bit more difficult to interpret for me.

Garmin also offers breathing rate and estimated VO2 max, the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during exercise, which can be used to gauge and improve athletic performance. The higher the number, the more fit you are.

Sleep tracking is also great on the Venu Sq and clearly identifies your sleep stages of REM, deep and light sleep. You'll also be able to see breathing rate and SpO2 levels in the morning. The downside is that the Garmin Connect app doesn't give you any tips on improving your sleep quality. Menstrual cycle tracking is also available on the Venu Sq and like other Garmin watches, it offers pregnancy tracking to log symptoms and monitor baby movement.

The Venu Sq has a range of workouts preloaded onto the watch, including cardio, strength, Pilates and yoga, so you can follow along with a preset routine on your wrist. There aren't any visual cues on the screen though, just text cues, so if you're doing yoga for example, you'll need to know what "standing forward bend pose" or "low lunge pose" means to get the most out of the routine. You can also build your own workout, such as a circuit of weights, a Pilates routine or a run, within the Garmin Connect app and sync them to the watch. There are also over 50 additional Garmin-created workouts you can load.

On top of these preloaded routines, the Venu Sq can track more than 20 different workout types, from the usual running and walking variants to golf and pool swimming. There's also a personal running coach you can use to help you train for a race or to hit a set goal. It doesn't give you personalized feedback on your form or audio cues like the Galaxy Watches ($208 at Amazon), for example, instead it's more a guide for when you should warm up or how long you should run for, displayed on your wrist.

The Venu Sq has built-in GPS, meaning you don't have to rely on your phone for distance tracking when you're outside. Just be warned that it does take at least 30 seconds to lock on to a GPS signal when you are outside (regardless of whether you have your phone with you or not), which seems like an eternity if you're an impatient runner like me who just wants to get on with it. Once it finally locked though, it tracked my route accurately.

The downside is that there is no gyroscope or altimeter on the Venu Sq, so if you need accurate elevation data you'll likely want to look elsewhere. The Garmin Connect app does a good job of clearly showing you all the details after your workout, but it doesn't dive any deeper into metrics than what similarly priced rivals like the Apple Watch SE or Fitbit Versa 3 offer.

Like other Garmin watches, the Venu Sq has Garmin Live Track which lets you share your location with a safety contact when you are doing an outdoor workout. It does however require a cellular connection, so you will need your phone with you to use this feature.

You can customize the options on this screen to show only your favorite workout types to track.

While the Venu Sq is geared towards fitness and health tracking, that doesn't necessarily mean you'll miss out on smartwatch features. Like almost every other watch, the Venu Sq displays notifications from your phone and pings your phone to locate it if you lose it within Bluetooth range. You'll be able to see call notifications come through regardless of which phone you have the watch paired with, but only Android users will be able to decline calls and respond to text messages from the watch with prewritten responses. There is no speaker or mic onboard so you can't use voice-to-text responses.

The Venu Sq runs Garmin's own operating system (Garmin OS) which is not as seamless as that of Apple or Samsung's smartwatches, but I found it to be stable and more responsive than the Fitbit OS. It's faster to sync updates and doesn't experience any lag in selecting menu options or opening apps.

The biggest pain point for me when using the Venu Sq paired with an iPhone ($599 at Apple) has been notifications. The Garmin Connect app on iOS doesn't let you filter out what notifications come through on your wrist and simply mirrors whatever notifications you have set up on your phone. It might not be a deal breaker for many, but I like to push only the most important notifications such as calls and text messages to my wrist, rather than everything that my phone shows. Android users get more control over which notifications come through.

If you want onboard music storage, you'll need to opt for the music edition of the Venu Sq that costs $50 more, which is the version I tested in this review. The Venu Sq Music lets you store music for offline listening from apps like Spotify (with a Premium subscription) or songs you already own. It's also the watch to get for faster data transfers as it has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, whereas the regular Venu Sq only uses Bluetooth.

Garmin has plenty of watch faces to choose from, including third-party options to help personalize the look, plus a fairly wide selection of apps through the Connect IQ Store (a separate app you need to download on your phone). You can also make contactless payments with Garmin Pay on all versions of the watch. The main Garmin Connect app is where you see all your stats and change settings on the watch, while the Connect IQ Store is for adding apps and watch faces.

The Venu Sq, however, lacks a voice assistant, a feature that by now has become standard for most of its similarly priced competitors. This might not be a deal-breaker for you, but it means you miss out hands-free voice control, which I like.

The Venu Sq has great battery life and you can get up to six days worth of use before you'll need to charge it up, though that number may start to whittle down if you're using it for a lot of GPS workouts, listening to music or continuously tracking your blood oxygen levels. Garmin quotes up to eight hours of battery when playing back music, 14 hours if you are using it in GPS mode, or up to six hours with GPS and music playback.

If you're willing to sacrifice a few smart features for better health and fitness tracking, the Garmin Venu Sq is a solid choice that works with Android or iOS. That said, I do wish that Garmin wouldn't charge the extra $50 for the music version, as it does alter the value proposition quite a bit, particularly if you are an iPhone user who might also be considering the Apple Watch SE which, at that point doesn't cost you that much more.

The information contained in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as health or medical advice. Always consult a physician or other qualified health provider regarding any questions you may have about a medical condition or health objectives.

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The U.S. Army Physical Fitness Test has become a popular challenge for YouTubers, especially the swole variety who train hard but don't necessarily keep functional fitness front of mind. In a new video, bodybuilders and fitness influencers Austin Dunham, Jorge Rosado and Ash Fitness take on the test with no prior training.

The PFT starts with 2 minutes of pushups: a minimum score required to pass this round is 40 reps, while 75 reps is considered a perfect score. Austin goes first, and is able to smash out 75 reps in just 56 seconds, setting a high bar for Jorge and Ash. "That made me dizzy," he says.

Jorge is next, and hits 75 reps in 55 seconds before dropping to the ground. "I can't move my arms," he says. "My arms are noodles!" Ash is up last, and while he does around 85 reps, Austin notes that some of them don't count due to form, so it takes him 1 minute 7 seconds to achieve 75 reps. So far, all three of them are nailing the test and qualifying for basic training.

Next up it's 2 minutes of situps: for these guys and their age group, a minimum of 53 reps is required, while a perfect score would be 80. Austin explains that for each rep to count, your shoulder blades have to touch the ground at the bottom of the movement, and your hands have to stay behind your head.

Ash maxes out with 54 reps in 1 minute 18 seconds. "That sucked," says Austin. "I can't do it... That was way harder than what I was expecting."

Jorge only manages 42 reps (a failing score) before collapsing back, while Ash achieves the best score with 58 reps, holding a steady tempo for the full 2 minutes. "When it comes to challenges like this it's all about pace," says Austin.

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The third and final round of the test is a 2-mile run. "I haven't run 2 miles in probably 3 years," says Austin, while Jorge admits that he has never run 2 mileswhich explains why he peaces out after 2 laps of the track, leaving Austin and Ash to finish with passing times of 14 minutes and 13:30 respectively.

Although Austin's victory is hard-won.

"I'm not sure if I'm going to do any more military videos," she says. "I threw up. I swear I was going to pass out and quit."

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By Liz CookRegistered Dietitian, Canyon Health and Wellness Clinic

The holidays are a time of giving, and while many of us want to share holiday treats with friends, family and co-workers, the last thing we want to do is give anyone COVID-19.

This begs the question: Is it really safe to share holiday treats this year?

According to the CDC, Currently, there is no evidence to suggest that handling food or consuming food is associated with COVID-19.

The risk of getting COVID-19 from food is considered very low. The risk of infections from food packaging is also considered very low, and no cases of infection have been documented from food packages.

However, it is recommended to take standard precautions when preparing food for others and following basic food safety procedures. It is important to wash and sanitize your hands regularly, and avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth while cooking.

Washing and sanitizing your kitchen, including countertops, appliances, bowls, pots, pans and any utensils you are using, is also important.

When it comes to basic food safety practices, placing any items that need to be refrigerated or frozen into the refrigerator or freezer within two hours is also key. Additionally, avoid holding foods in the danger zone of temperatures, which is between 41 degrees and 140 degrees Fahrenheit, helps stop the growth of potentially harmful bacteria in food.

Cooking food to appropriate temperatures also ensures any germs that may be in the food are killed and will not make you sick. To see a full list of appropriate cooking temperatures, check out the CDC Food Safety guidelines.

So how can we make sharing holidays treats even safer?

Contactless delivery is a great way to ensure safety. If you are taking food to a friend or family member, doing so without being face to face with them is best. If you can, drop it on their porch and call to let them know it is there.

This prevents the person-to-person passing of germs, which we know is the main way COVID-19 spreads. Making sure to let them know its there also allows them to place if in the refrigerator or freezer within the safe, two-hour window.

If you are bringing food for a group of people, it may be beneficial to individually wrap the items into single-serve portions to avoid multiple people eating from the same container in the same area without masks on.

Again, while the virus is not spread in the food, we know COVID-19 spreads person to person, so avoiding gatherings where masks will be removed to eat is the safest option.

Additionally, while there is no evidence that the virus can be spread in food or on food packaging, it is always to be better safe than sorry. So if you are feeling sick, avoid cooking for others.

Finally, remember that nutrition is self-care. Taking care of yourself should always be a priority, but it becomes even more important during stressful times. Nutrition can also give your immune system a boost, which is always a plus during flu-season, but even more important this year.

If youre interested in how you can eat to boost your immune system, check out this article from earlier this year. Happy holidays enjoy your treats safely this year!

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Out of all the IFBB Pro League divisions, the Fitness division is the most unique, dynamic, and entertaining. In addition to the standard posing round, where competitors complete quarter-turns to be judged on their physiques, there is a dance routine round that is also scored. The athlete that has the best score after both rounds is the winner. By far, Fitness is the most dynamic and physically challenge of all the other divisions.

The athletes competing in this years Fitness Olympia the full Olympia is taking place on Dec. 17-20, 2020 in Orlando, FL represent the divisions past, present, and future. Part of that past included eight-time champion, Adela Garcia. Unfortunately, she had to withdraw due to suffering an injury. Nonetheless, the athletes that are in the lineup will still make this one of the most anticipated Fitness Olympias to date. Here are five athletes to keep an eye on over the course of the competition.

Jones enters this years contest as the two-time defending champion, and if she wins this year, she would be the fourth Fitness athlete ever to three-peat. She has overcome neck injuries in her past to win competitions, and all indications are that she is healthy and ready this year. Her focus has been on bringing a better physique than she did last year. If she does, and her routine is as impressive as expected, she will likely leave with the title.

Grishina is ending a three-year retirement by returning to the Olympia stage. As a past champion (four times over), she has earned lifetime qualification to any Fitness event, including the Olympia. So she hasnt had to focus on other preps like some of her fellow competitors. Grishina still looks to be in incredible shape, but she was most famous for her dance routines. She will have to put on a memorable performance to beat Jones, but if anyone can do it, its Grishina.

Truscott is the 2020 Fitness International Champion, which means shes a top contender for the Olympia. She has been working with coach John Meadows on improving her physique. Her shoulder development is second to none, and her performances impress the crowd due to some of her moves difficulty. She needs to be on all cylinders to take the title, but it isnt impossible.

Khadr wasnt in the Olympia last year. She did place second to Truscott at the Fitness International, and she won in Tampa as well. At one time, Khadr was the youngest pro in the world, having attained that status at 17 years old so the pressure is nothing new to her. Aside from her abs, her costumes stand out in any lineup she competes in. Dont be surprised if she is one of the final few athletes standing.

Baker was fourth at the Olympia last year, a jump in six placings over her standing in 2018. It wouldnt be a surprise to see her in the mix again this year, but she needs to present improved hamstrings and make the most out of her dancing experience if she wants to move higher in the standings this year.

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A new year on the horizon also means fresh health and wellness goals. Theres just something about a January 1st that makes the perfect time to reset and restore our motivation and identify what we want to get out of our fitness journey.

And while the COVID-19 pandemic changed how we engage in these activities, it most certainly has not stopped the demand for fitness training and wanting to continue to stay active amidst the crazy times (remember when all of those kettlebells were sold out earlier this year?). As many of us begin to rethink our approach to dropping those pesky quarantine pounds, the team at ClassPass recently conducted a 2021 wellness index study to see whats on your mind, and here are some of the fitness trends they spotted for the upcoming year.

More Lunch Time Workouts

COVID-19 restrictions have encouraged gyms and trainers to expand their online presence to encourage more people to be able to train no matter where they are or what the time is. Before when many were a slave to their desks at noon, now find the need to step away and get active as a midday break. In fact, for the first time ever, 12pm is the most popular time to work out during the week with lunchtime workouts having seen a 67% increase in popularity. Even as people have returned to studios, the 12pm weekday time slot for in-person classes is more popular now than it was before lockdowns.

Class Locations No Longer Matter

Remember that one time you went to LA and loved that class you dropped in on? Or how youve always wanted to join your bestie for a class but they lived halfway across the country? Now, with virtual training, distance and travel has no bounds. With digital options, you are no longer limited to your geographical location, so its the perfect chance to take a dance class with a friend across the country or revisit a studio you loved on vacation. More than half of members are chiming in regularly for classes taught from other cities.

Outdoor Workouts Are Growing In Demand

This honestly comes as no surprise seeing as many gyms were shut down across the country for nearly half the year. Ultimately, this caused fitness enthusiasts to get creative in their approaches to workouts especially those who were sick of Zoom or IG Live workouts. To help support this trend, ClassPass has added a search for Outdoors classes to support this trend and the number of outdoor class options has increased by 400% in 2020.

Corporate Wellness Is No Longer An Option But A Necessity

If your job is not thinking about your wellness, it may not be the right fit for you, sis. And in the new year, well see companies transitioning to more wellness focused benefits and engagements. Four in 5 professionals say fitness activities have been crucial to establishing a new work-from-home routine. Ninety-six percent of professionals say they feel more motivated and less stressed after exercising, with 89% of professionals saying they feel more productive during the workday after exercising.

People Want To Return To Group Fitness

Just because virtual fitness is in, doesnt mean that in person training is out. Ninety-two percent of professionals hope to return to fitness studios and gyms in 2021, with 40% planning to return exclusively to in-studio workouts when they feel safe to do so. In fact, attending their first indoor class since the start of the pandemic, 89% of ClassPass users said they would go back as or more frequently to future classes.

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