Dubai is a city of all sorts. But something that stands out is the commitment that the residents have towards wellness and fitness. It is all about finding happiness in fitness for a lifestyle change. While this year’s challenge comes at a time when the coronavirus pandemic has halted sporting activities in the world, keeping fit remains the key to staying happy and boosting body immunity against diseases. Thus, to preserve a fitness culture that Dubai residents have ascribed to for many years, millions of residents are looking forward to the fourth chapter of the Dubai fitness challenge that takes place every year.
Dubai Fitness Challenge 2020 (DFC) - Real Expectations
If you are a newcomer, note that DFC keeps growing bigger every year. In 2019, more than 1.1 million people participated. There are even higher expectations for the 2020 Dubai fitness challenge, especially after many months of containment measures to curb the spread of coronavirus. You should expect thousands to throng gyms, beaches and other locations in the city.
Dubai Fitness challenge 2020 (DFC) - Date
This year’s 30-day Fitness Challenge will commence on 30th October 30-day and officially end on 28th November.
Dubai Fitness Challenge: Know the Basics
Fitness should be a daily routine. But in Dubai, it is a way of life and road to happiness. Apart from having a gym subscription in one of the best fitness centers in the city, the fitness challenge is a culmination of many fitness-themed activities. Dubai Fitness Challenge was launched in 2017 by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who is also the Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai Government. The challenge aims to encourage lifestyle changes among residents of Dubai.
Several studies show that a 30-minute a day exercise that runs for 30 days is a proven way of keeping fit. In retrospect, the Dubai Fitness Challenge has had far-reaching positive impacts on the health of participants. From 30th October, gyms, beaches, parks, and other public areas will become some of the busiest locations in the city.
Getting Involved Dubai Fitness Challenge: Who can participate?
Spending 30 minutes every day for one month does not sound like a big feat. But for some, harnessing the much-need intrinsic motivation to take part in DFC is a challenge in itself. The good news is that the challenge is not just for individual participants. Partners, schools, organizations, social teams, and corporate teams are equally legible to participate. Thus, if you fancy group activities, DFC provides an avenue for everyone.
The first step to participating in the upcoming DFC is registering on the official website of the Dubai Fitness Challenge. While there is no entry fee for most of the activities, some fitness classes will cost you a few bucks. Individual participants should register on the website or download the official Dubai Fitness app. For schools, organizations, corporate and social teams looking to participate should also fill in their entry details on the Dubai Fitness Challenge website homepage.
The mobile app makes it easy to track your participation during the 30-day challenge. Most importantly, it makes it easy to share your fitness journey on social media using hashtag #Dubai30x30. You can also register your family for the challenge, thanks to the inclusion of family-friendly fitness activities by the organizers.
Note that while you can join the challenge midway, the organizers stress the need for a one-off 30-day challenge involving everyone. Therefore, register by 17th October to start the challenge on the day it kicks off. If you have previously registered for DFC, your credentials are intact on the DFC website.
DFC Activities and Fitness Classes
For a fitness enthusiast, Dubai Fitness Challenges will feature activities that you love. From fitness classes in the city’s top gyms to daily 30-minute runs, everything about the 30-day is to improve the lives of Dubai residents. In 2019, there were more than 13,000 fitness activities and classes across the city. For someone who has always wanted to go for early morning runs along Palm Jumeirah beach, 30th October through to 28th November is your chance.
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Mass Yoga retreats have also become commonplace in Dubai Fitness Challenge. This year, it will get even better as more people join the challenge. Community runs is also another notable activity that will underline 2020 DFC.
And if you would wish to take part in triathlons, there are a million chances in the offing. Age is not a limitation when it comes to the challenge. Children, youths, and adults have an equal opportunity of participating. In 2019, Sheikh Zayed Road that hosted more than 70,000 runners, Skydive Dubai fitness center, and Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital epitomized most activities in the challenge.
For fitness class enthusiasts, there are thousands of lessons to attend. Most of the fitness classes during the challenge take place in Gyms across the city. Thus, if you are looking forward to participating in the 2020 Dubai Fitness Challenge, consider a few areas in which you have an interest before it kicks off.
For example, you can dedicate 30-minutes every day to HIIT lessons, Zumba, Pilates Yoga classes. The challenge will also feature fitness sports to jest up your experience. And if you are looking forward to participating in a dietary program, the DFC features dozens of health checks, diet training, and meal plan recommendations. In a nutshell, there is everything for everyone.
Participating in 2020 Dubai Fitness from Home
The Dubai Fitness Challenge 2020 is open to everyone for free. However, the DFC 2020 will be a bit different from the previous years. There are still restrictions on movements and containment measures that aim to flatten the covid-19 curve. It means public gatherings still pose a health risk. While people will take to the streets to participate in the challenge, WHO guidelines on social distancing and other covid-19 safety measures will apply.
The good news for those who will not visit gyms or go for beach/street runs is that you can still be part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge from the comfort of your home. Register, choose your desired fitness portal DFC website, and follow virtual fitness lessons from the comfort of your home.
You can also get DFC 2020 updates by following your favorite gym in Dubai on social media.
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