Coronavirus: Fitness instructor leads quarantined Spanish citizens in workout routine from roof
Spain has imposed a nationwide lockdown amid concerns over spread of coronavirus
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Your support makes all the difference.Spanish citizens have proven they will not let a coronavirus quarantine keep them from exercising.
On Saturday, those living in Spain were informed of a nationwide lockdown that will keep them confined to their homes in an effort to curb the spread of the virus.
As part of the lockdown, people are only allowed to go outside to buy food, go to work, go to the hospital or for other emergencies.
Fortunately, the social distancing provided a personal trainer in Seville the perfect opportunity to lead a fitness class for those stuck in quarantine - from a roof.
In a video shared to Instagram by the fitness group Sano Sevilla Los Bermejales, the trainer can be seen leading people on their balconies in a workout class, with the clip panning to show numerous people doing jumping jacks alongside their neighbours.
“In Seville, Spain, they are not accepting quarantines as an excuse for not working out,” the caption reads. “This fitness instructor hosts a workout from a rooftop - and people join his class from their balconies.”
The display of unity prompted an outpouring of support on social media from people inspired by community workout.
“This is EPIC,” one person commented.
Another said: “Awesome spirit.”
The unique exercise class comes after the World Health Organisation (WHO) released mental health guidelines for those in quarantine.
According to the organisation, those isolated or confined to their home should stay connected and try to maintain their daily routines as much as possible.
“During times of stress, pay attention to your own needs and feelings,” WHO states. “Engage in healthy activities that you enjoy and find relaxing. Exercise regularly, keep regular sleep routines and eat healthy food. Keep things in perspective.”
In Spain, where 292 people have died from coronavirus, there have been 7,798 confirmed cases of Covid-19.
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