Our government has extended the FMCO (Full Movement Control Order) to another 2 weeks which will end on 28 June 2021. During this lockdown, all economic and social activities are not allowed to operate except for essential services. Shopping malls are closed except for supermarkets, restaurants, optical stores, convenience stores and pharmacies. All F&B outlets can only operate for delivery and takeaway services. No dine-ins are allowed. Interstate and Inter-district travel are banned and travel distance is now limited to 10km radius. Schools are closed throughout the FMCO. All sports and recreational activities are not allowed except jogging and non contact sports like walking.
As I am now working from home, I only go out to do my grocery shopping twice a week. On these 2 days, I would go for my run/walk to keep my sanity. It feels good to be able to go out and exercise. I would still wear my face mask during my walk because there are other people walking around too. I would remove the mask when I run though.
Exercise can boost self-esteem, mood, sleep quality and makes a person feel good. It can also help to reduce the risk of stress, depression and anxiety.
It was raining one evening but I needed to go out to release stress so I went ahead. It was good to walk in the rain and I am glad I took that walk.
The beautiful sunrise after my exercise in one of the mornings.
So how are you coping lately?
