COVID-19: Physiotherapist Tasks Nigerians On Moderate Exercise During Lockdown

Mr Hamzat Adebiyi, Head, Department of Physiotherapy, Alimosho General Hospital in Lagos, on Saturday urged Nigerians to engage in moderate exercise to keep fit, while the COVID-19 lockdown lasted.

Adebiyi told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos that the ongoing lockdown should not pave way for a sedentary lifestyle, which could be harmful to the health.

“Nigerian Students should take advantage of the lockdown to engage in moderate exercise of 30 minutes daily to stay fit and healthy. We should avoid sitting in a particular position for too long, because of the negative health implication to the body.”

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“This is not the time to eat excessively; our food intake should be moderately done, while the period could also be used for spiritual exercise,” the physiotherapist said.”

He added that Students should ensure a daily intake of 2.5 litres of water to rehydrate the body.

“Water is essential to keep the body organs functioning well; this also detoxifies the body from toxins that could cause harm, following inactive habits. It is very imperative, therefore, to keep an open mind at this time, basically on positive values, in order not to trigger the wrong cells of anxiety and its dangerous effects,” Adebiyi said.

The physiotherapist explained that a five-minute deep breath should be observed three times a day to keep the heart healthy.

He also urged individuals on prescribed medication to adhere strictly to such medications.

“Your life is your personal business; live it well enough to prevent diseases, stroke and maintain good hygiene to prevent and curb the spread of COVID-19,” he said. 

Source: Independent