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Look: Saudi women stay fit amid COVID-19

Health buffs return as gyms, coaches implement precautionary measures

Published: September 29, 2020 15:06 Reuters and Compiled by Devadasan K P, Picture Editor

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SA 1-1601377117503 — Gyms and health clubs are increasing operations, welcoming fitness enthusiasts while touting how they have implemented the government safety protocols. Image Credit: REUTERS

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S A 2-1601377121118 — A Saudi woman Balqis, wearing a protective face mask exercises at a gym amid the spread of the coronavirus disease in Riyadh. Image Credit: REUTERS

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SA 3-1601377124584 — From incredibly hard core personal training facilities to social and fun group workouts, Saudi’s gym scene is vast and varied. Image Credit: REUTERS

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SA 4-1601377127657 — The price of membership to fitness clubs in the Kingdom range approximately from SR900 ($240) to SR4,000 per month. It varies from gym to gym, according to the package. Above, a Saudi woman, Fayrouz Al-Omari, works out at a gym. Image Credit: REUTERS

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SA 5-1601377131137 — Over the last five years, the amount of women in sports in Saudi Arabia more than doubled. This is imputed to the Vision 2030 program, which is paving the way for female involvement in sporting activities. Above, a Saudi woman Fatima, works out at a gym. Image Credit: REUTERS

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SA 6-1601377133924 — Yasmine Rehab, works out at a gym in Riyadh. Boutique gyms across the country make it easier for Saudi women to access fitness and reap the benefits of regular exercise. Image Credit: REUTERS

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SA 7-1601377136499 — To maintain social distancing, members are asked to book a slot. After every slot, deep sanitation is done. Image Credit: REUTERS

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SA 8-1601377145321 — A female trainee, Reham Salhieh, works out at a gym in Riyadh. Image Credit: REUTERS

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SA 10-1601377139397 — A Saudi female coach, Razan, leads women group class exercise at a gym, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Image Credit: REUTERS

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SA 11-1601377148511 — Fayrouz Al-Omari works out at a gym. Image Credit: REUTERS

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