Whether you are training at home or outside, take it slowly and be gradual.
Remember the 10 per cent rule: If you do too much too soon, especially if you are not accustomed to a new form of exercise, your chance of injury goes up.
We recommend adding intensity – such as increasing the amount of reps, sets, or time of exercise – by 10 per cent every one or two weeks. This gradual progression will help reduce the risk of an overtraining injury.
In addition, when it comes to exercising safely and effectively, it helps to make a plan to maintain consistency and see gradual progression over time. Your plan should be specific to your needs.
Its also recommended to incorporate mental imagery as part of your weekly practice. Research in this area suggests that mental imagery can improve sport performance while giving your physical body a chance to recover.
Finally, consider working out with your friends over a video conference call. This is a great way to increase motivation and make your workout more fun!