Gyms to Reopen 2021???

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117962357#Comment_117962357

Flyefit in cork is packed to the rafters whenever I go in after work. I'm trying to change my routine so I can go in the morning or weekend instead when it's quieter.

billyhead

Showers still closed in the local gym. Are these expected to open from October 20th?

The Davestator

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117989876#Comment_117989876

They should be open now - almost everywhere is open and lots never closed.

billyhead

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117989886#Comment_117989886

There not in mine. Probably trying to save on hot water. It's a nuisance when your dripping in sweat having to wait until you get home.

Patsy167

https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/covid19/living_with_covid19_plan.html

From 7 December 2021 -

Gyms, leisure centres, hotel bars and restaurants

You need to have proof of immunity (for example, the EU DCC) to go to a gym, leisure centre, or to a hotel bar or restaurant.

You must be fully vaccinated, or recovered from COVID-19

billyhead

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118268162#Comment_118268162

Luckily enough I won't need to show the cert all the time. It will just be a one off i.e on the 7th because I go 6 days a week.

Tim76

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118268162#Comment_118268162

About time. Mask wearing should be next. Let's try and make gyms a bit safer for everyone.

FlubberJones

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118276178#Comment_118276178

Well I'm hoping masks won't be a demand, happy to show cert proof and then get on with it

nullzero

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118276178#Comment_118276178

Wearing a mask whilst doing cardio?

Just Some Young Lad

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118268162#Comment_118268162

I think this is the correct route to take. If it helps to keep gyms open for majority of the population, rather than facing a full shutdown that will affect all the workers and all the attendees, then it seems like a good idea to me.

Tim76

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118276382#Comment_118276382

The jury is out on cardio but certainly no reason why masks can't be worn while weight training and moving around the gym. UA do a decent sports specific mask and no doubt there are others on the market.

I could never understand why it's considered OK to walk into a gym and partake in an activity that encourages heavy breathing without once wearing a mask but I can't walk into a shop to buy a pint of milk without wearing one.

Patsy167

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118268162#Comment_118268162

The gym I go to checked all of our certs this morning and recorded it on the system. Glad that this will be a on-time check rather than a daily chore.

MEGA BRO WOLF 5000

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118276625#Comment_118276625

Until your double dose isn't enough.

nullzero

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118276444#Comment_118276444

The jury isn't out on masks for cardio. Unless you're going to the gym to sit on a bike and watch the telly or walk on a treadmill wearing a mask whilst doing cardio is a ridiculous notion.

I saw a guy wearing a mask in my gym last week using a cable machine, he just walked away from it, never bothered to use the disinfectant that was right bloody next to him to clean it down and just walked out of the gym.

Masks aren't some panacea like you're suggesting. I wonder how many cases could be traced back to gyms to begin with. Unless you're talking about gyms with poor ventilation, it's hard to argue that masks are going to make gyms any safer.

Eoinbmw

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118276178#Comment_118276178

Feck off and train in a shed by yourself then!

Tim76

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118277226#Comment_118277226

I am. I might venture back to the gym though once they start operating like the rest of society.

Tim76

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118276917#Comment_118276917

There is conflicting information regarding the whole cardio debate - a quick Google search will throw up results both for and against mask wearing.

About the guy you saw, just because one person acts the bollox while wearing a mask doesn't mean we should all abandon the measure. Speed limits stay in place on the roads despite being repeatedly broken.

Masks aren't some panacea, I completely agree with you. But they are part of a range of measures to help limit the spread of the virus. Just like cleaning down machines, adequate ventilation, distancing and vaccination. If you have all these measures in place then the risk of catching and spreading the virus is lower than if you only have 2 or 3 measures in place - it is as simple as that.

is_that_so

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118276675#Comment_118276675

They'll be gone by then.

is_that_so

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118276444#Comment_118276444

Our gym has had one close contact in all the time they've been reopened and that was from a completely different location. The HSE came and looked at it and were happy with it. Like other places , they use bookings, distancing , windows wide open and lots of sanitiser about. There are even one or two in masks.

is_that_so

Notification from gym of the new regulations coming into force tomorrow. Looks like a one off requirement as noted earlier.

nullzero

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118277477#Comment_118277477

Try doing high intensity cardio with a mask on and let me know how you get on.

The point I was making about the guy with the mask was that doing one thing right doesn't negate doing the other. I'd prefer to see people cleaning equipment after use than walking around in masks.

Ultimately masks aren't mandatory in gyms because it's a nonsense. If you want to wear one that's your choice. The rush to impose mandates on people for the sake of making people "feel safe" is daft. If you don't feel safe in a gym without a mask you probably shouldn't go to a gym.

Tim76

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118279080#Comment_118279080

So wearing a protective covering over your nose and mouth does nothing to help stop the spread of a respiratory, airborne virus? It’s nonsense alright bud, but it’s coming out of your mouth.

nullzero

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118279443#Comment_118279443

Expecting somebody doing high intensity cardio vascular exercise to do so whilst wearing a face covering is a nonsense. I didn't say anything about the effectiveness of masks in other settings, I questioned the logic that states wearing them in a gym makes the gym a safer place.

Not to be overly pedantic "bud" but none of the words you're reading here came out of my mouth, but don't let facts stop you having a hissy fit.

As it stands covid certs have been introduced as a requirement for gym attendance. For you that's not enough, masks should be worn at all times also. That is a ridiculous opinion and one that no one in their right mind would get on board with.

MEGA BRO WOLF 5000

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118277439#Comment_118277439

Scared? Stay in the shed pal.

billyhead

Wearing masks working out. That's a good one. Not a hope that would be entertained or enforced. If someone doesn't feel safe in the gym stay at home and let the rest workout and get on with it. Even this COVID cert compliance check won't be universally done in all gyms imo.

Tim76

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118280747#Comment_118280747

"Ultimately masks aren't mandatory in gyms because it's a nonsense." Not to be over pedantic but this is from your previous post.

My own gym emailed yesterday to state that masks are now a requirement in reception, the changing rooms and other circulation areas. It's only a matter of time before they make it on to the gym floor for non cardio exercise. As for cardio, if it can't be done safely indoors without a mask then it shouldn't be done indoors. The case for wearing masks during cardio is well established (Google is your friend here) whether you agree with it or not.

You speak about facts, but numerous countries around the world already require gym users to wear masks while exercising but don't let this fact stop you.

Masks are now making their way into gyms in Ireland, toughen up princess and put one on - it's not that much of an ask during a global pandemic.

The Davestator

The gym I run (private) has required masks since we re-opened in June. Doing weights is fine, however, the cardio section is empty because, despite what Google may or may not say, it is horrible trying to do any cardio session with a mask. The result of this is that the weights area is busier than normal as people are gravitating towards it.

That meant we had to reduce the gym capacity further compared to what we had calculated based on floor area.

nullzero

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118282420#Comment_118282420

The notion that a mask causes no issues to somebody doing intense cardio is a nonsense.

If you think cardio is safe without a mask then surely there would be evidence to suggest that people using cardio machines in gyms are causing increased case numbers.

You say there's a possible argument for cardio not being safe indoors, there is no evidence to suggest that is the case. Again if you feel the gym isn't safe, don't go.

As for facts on this issue let's consult the World Health Organization... https://youtu.be/1_AxGswGnno

For those who didn't click the link to YouTube the WHO does NOT recommend the use of masks during exercise.

If a gym is demanding you wear a mask whilst doing cardio they are going against the best advice.

Sorry "princess" perhaps instead of toughening up you might be better wising up and getting your facts straight before grandstanding.

caviardreams

I think there is definitely a middle ground here in terms of masks in changing rooms - I my own gym ventilation in the changing rooms and bathrooms is non-existent and you can see people being more "relaxed" in the bathrooms coughing, laughing, chatting etc. unlike the gym floor, and standing closely together getting changed etc. The benefits might not be massive but every bit helps and it wouldn't impact workouts whatsoever to implement a policy in changing rooms imo.

Tim76

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118282485#Comment_118282485

I clearly stated in an earlier post that there are arguments both for and against mask wearing while doing cardio. The WHO's position is well established on this but they are not infallible. At the very least, I think masks should be required in the weights area, reception, changing rooms and circulation areas.