How Kolkata stays fit in the middle of the third wave Kolkata news

When we entered until 2022, there was a spurt in the number of new entrants at the gyms. But the Bengal government’s decision to close gyms as soon as the first week to curb the spread of the Covid-19 variant of Omicron has curbed fitness plans for health-conscious citizens. But if a pandemic has taught us anything, then physical and mental health are paramount and must be put above all else. As the focus shifts to a healthy lifestyle, fitness enthusiasts are now training at home, which means a sharp rise in sales of more than just fitness equipment such as table tennis sets, badminton rackets and more.
SALE OF TABLE TENNIS AND FITTINGS SHOOT UP
During the first wave and subsequent closures, mobility decreased significantly. At the time, the world was witnessing a cycling boom as more and more people turned to bicycles as a reliable and durable means of transportation with minimal risk of infection.
“In the third wave, however, people prefer outdoor activities. Badminton and table tennis are two sports that can be played while maintaining social distance because the players are on both sides. Sales of these have risen 40-50%, says Sujit Brahmachari, owner of a sports shop in Chowringhee.
Adeet Kapoor from another store in central Kolkata echoes similar feelings. “Demand for table tennis rackets and badminton is at a record high. Sales have grown by more than 40 percent. Fitness enthusiasts reset the two because they both take care of the whole body, “he says. Vikrant Arora, owner of a sports shop in Beliaghata, estimates that the demand for table tennis and badminton is also high because the weather is perfect.
outdoor games.
“Winter is the perfect season to enjoy outdoor games like this. Some only buy table tennis rackets and nets and take advantage of their work or dining tables. It also makes it a low-cost option, says sports shop owner Vikrant.

FITNESS DRIVERS SET UP MAKESHIFT GYMS AT HOME
The pandemic has made people realize how important it is to stay fit. When the gyms are closed, people collect all kinds of gym equipment and make a mini gym at home. “No one can say whether the fourth wave will hit or not, and fitness enthusiasts are not willing to take risks. Sales of treadmills, training cycles and weights have increased by 30%, ”says Adeet. Sreekanta Nundy, owner of a sports shop near Maidan, says people are now doing mandatory gyms at home. “People buy basic fitness equipment like treadmills, exercise bikes and dumbbells to set up their own gym at home. Treadmills have the highest sales of all gym equipment, ”he says.
YOGA FLATS FLY SHELVING
Many people like yoga instead of weight training and cardio. Once the yoga centers have closed, online tutorials have proven convenient. This has contributed to increased sales of yoga mats and accessories. “Yoga practitioners are buying more yoga mats than ever before during the third wave. Yoga is a way for many and they don’t want to miss it. Sales have almost doubled, ”says Sreekanta. Yoga expert Madhusatta Chaudhury believes the benefits of yoga will get more people buying equipment. “Yoga helps build resilience. Many have understood the benefits of yoga
helps fight COVID and related stress. Now I see more people motivated to practice yoga at home to stay fit. People buy rugs and decent active clothes to make yoga classes at home comfortable. ”