Dr Fadzil Hamzah, Senior Staff Registrar, Department of Sport and Exercise Medicine at Changi General Hospital (CGH), shares tips on how to exercise safely during Ramadan fasting.
"Everyone must play their part in being
socially responsible even when exercising during Ramadan. This can be done by:
Practising safe distancing wherever you are
Not doing handshakes or high fives, and avoiding unnecessary body contact with anyone or any objects
Always adhering to appropriate hand and personal hygiene, and
Seeking medical attention if you are unwell,"
This was advised by Dr Fadzil Hamzah, Senior Staff Registrar,
Department of Sport and Exercise Medicine at
Changi General Hospital (CGH), a member of the
SingHealth group.
If I am serving home quarantine, how can I exercise?
If you are
well and do not have any symptoms, you do not need to limit your physical activity or exercise intensity while serving a home quarantine.
You can still stay physically active and do
indoor exercises in the comfort of your home or within the quarantine facility
There are many online resources which offer access to virtual classes and events, as well as tips on how to keep yourself active at home
You
must continue to monitor your temperature twice daily and seek immediate medical attention should you feel unwell
If I am not serving a home quarantine, where should I exercise?
Exercise indoors
If you are
elderly or have chronic medical problems, do stay at home during the pandemic as you are more vulnerable to infections
There should not be mixing between households, so you must not invite family members and friends outside your household to join you, or personal trainers and coaches to physically conduct individual or group exercise programmes at home
Exercise outdoors
If you wish to exercise outdoors, please do so
on your own
Wear a mask if you are not or have stopped doing strenuous exercises
Exercise in open and
uncrowded areas in your immediate neighbourhood
Always observe
safe distancing measures and do not gather in groups
Return home promptly after exercising
"This Ramadan, let's stay active but be safe," Dr Fadzil says.
See previous pages to find out:
How to Develop a Physical Activity Plan for Yourself
When is the Best Time to Exercise During Ramadan
Ref: L20
Also, check out our other Ramadan articles:
Tips for Healthy Ramadan Fasting
Best foods to eat during
Suhoor (pre-dawn meal)
Best foods to eat during
Iftar (break fast)
Taking Medication During Ramadan
Tips for Safe Fasting When You Have Diabetes