Hygiene rules to follow before a workout

We all know the importance of staying physically active. But what we often forget is the basic hygiene rules that we must follow when we indulge in any type of workout.

Following proper hygiene helps you stay away from germs and diseases, which is the special need of the hour. Here are four basic rules that everyone must follow before and after the workout.

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We all do that, wiping off the sweat using the sleeves of the shirt. But one must never do that. Use only a dry towel to wipe the face. This reduces the possibility of germ transfer from your t-shirt to your face (mouth, nose and eyes). Thus, do not forget to carry a towel with you when you go for a workout next time.

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Whether you workout at home or at the gym, follow this rule to wipe down equipment before and after working out. This is because germs love to lurk on sweaty gym equipment, which you really don’t want. You can use a sanitiser spray or wet antibacterial wipes to clean the equipment before and after use.

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Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, the new mantra is ‘sharing is not caring’. Sharing your personal belongings like towels, earphones, bottles can transfer bacteria, yeast and fungi from one person to another. Thus, remember not to share your belonging with anyone else.

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Not washing hands increases your possibility of catching germs and bacteria. Make sure to nicely wash your hands for 20 seconds. If there is no provision to wash hands, then you can use sanitizers with 60 per cent alcohol.

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