Introduction:

This research was motivated by new-normal stage in the aftermath of COVID-19, to demonstrate the need for physical activity, despite the quarantine. It will help maintain healthy bodies and relieve the stress caused by long periods of limited social contact. This study also provides a brief analysis of the existing choices to offer more effective distance counseling.

Aim:

To demonstrate the significance of physical activity to improve and maintain health and physical well-being as ways to cope with the sedentary lifestyle caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Materials and methods:

The method used in this research was the historical-logical to establish the historical tendencies of the problem and take the essence from logical, analytical-synthetic analysis, permitting a more detailed study of the bibliography used, as well as a documentary review for related data collection from official sites to structure the research.

Results:

This research has broadened the study of Physical Culture, understanding the changes that emerge at the physical, mental, and emotional levels caused by quarantining. It determined its reality and effects, and how the everyday life can be affected.

Conclusions:

This research demonstrated the significance of physical activity to improve and maintain health and physical well-being as ways to cope with the sedentary lifestyle caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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