A gym owner in Saskatoon shared that he does not plan on implementing a mandatory face mask policy at his facility unless it is mandated by the province.
According to Pat Mallough, who manages Iron Works Gym, face masks are required when people first enter and walk through the common areas, but once they started their workout, they can choose whether or not to wear a mask.
Many people went without them then they put them one, they did not like it at first now they wear them all the time. He tried working out with a mask before, but he found it uncomfortable.
A small study at the University of Saskatchewan suggests face masks do not hinder breathing for healthy people, even during vigorous exercise.
Under the mandatory mask policy in Saskatoon, Regina, and Prince Albert being implemented on Friday, people workout out in a gym, ice rink, or recreational space are exempt. However, people should still wear a mask to limit the spread of germs and help keep gyms open.
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