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Being stuck at home in lockdown is no laugh. Of course, it is essential to minimize the spread of COVID-19 and put an end to this pandemic as quickly as possible. But despite its necessity, it is still having a negative effect on people. There is a wealth of emerging evidence showing that people’s mental health has suffered due to the pandemic for various reasons. They have been unable to see their friends and family, bombarded with stressful, doom-mongering news headlines, and struck by uncertainty about the future. Add to this the fact that thousands of people have had to say goodbye to loved ones, lost their jobs, or had to spend the last few months isolated at home, and it’s no wonder everyone is struggling.

But for those stuck in lockdown, there is a way to squeeze some good out of these awful circumstances. The extra time you now have in your day can be put to good use. Lockdown provides a fantastic opportunity to be productive and turn that boredom into tangible results. There’s no need to spend all day in your pajamas in front of daytime TV. Instead, here are four great ways you can use your time more productively.

Get fit

Everyone always has vague plans to get fit, lose weight, or get a superhero physique, but more often than not, these plans quickly fall to the wayside when life gets in the way. But with your schedule freer than ever, what better time to get started on your fitness journey? And you don’t need a gym to do so; it’s perfectly possible to get fit at home. Find a free online workout program and a nutrition plan and follow it to the letter. Before long, you’ll be able to see clear results when you look in the mirror. 

Take a class

As well as improving yourself physically, why not strive for mental perfection as well? Is there something you’ve always wanted to know more about? Perhaps you’ve dreamed of learning French or knowing more about American history. There are countless online courses you can take in almost any subject you could think of. You’ll come out of lockdown smarter than ever and fully equipped to impress your friends.

Learn a new skill

It’s often said that to become a true expert in any craft, you need 10,000 hours of practice. Spending this amount of time might be unrealistic, but you can get pretty close in lockdown. Learning a new skill is one of the most productive things you can do with your time. Whether it’s teaching yourself to cook, becoming a better photographer, or even just learning how to do a handstand, there are no useless skills.

Do some DIY

Most people have unfinished jobs around the home that they never get round to completing. But now is your chance. House extensions and basement conversions may be out of the question, but nothing’s stopping you from picking up the toolkit and fixing that leaky tap or putting up a new curtain rail.


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