During a pandemic like COVID-19, it’s hard to stay physically and mentally fit, made even more difficult when people are forced to practice social distancing. Ever since Gov. Gavin Newsom issued the stay at home policy, people have had to stop their everyday routines of going to work and for students they switched over to online classes all throughout California.

Sonoma State University sent out emails to students giving out helpful tips in order to practice proper social distancing and also on ways of staying healthy during the time of quarantine. This is in accordance with the Sonoma County Public Health Order that was issued on March 31. 

The State of California also closed down all gyms and recreation facilities. For some this meant no more three hour visit to the gym anymore but it’s actually fairly easy to come up with a proper workout method from home . The internet is a good place to search up any in-home workouts that build up muscles in the abdomen, biceps, triceps, and chest. Yoga is also a very good soothing exercise that focuses on calming the mind and body as it brings peace to well being. 

There are many ways to prevent the spread of the virus and exercises that Seawolves can practice out on their own to stay healthy like washing hands with soap and water for 20 seconds. Avoid touching the face as much as possible. If someone does cough or sneeze, use a tissue or go into your elbow to cover the debris from your sneeze. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention stated “If you haven’t yet, getting a flu shot would be a good idea because you have a higher chance of getting an influenza virus than to be exposed to COVID-19”.

Sonoma State recommends students that “ If you take medication or receive medical treatments that result in immunosuppression, contact your health care provider for advice and guidance regarding any additional measures that might be recommended for you”.

Employees that are required to work on site must obey the six feet apart at all times during their shift. They should notify their supervisor once they notice that social distancing is not being practiced.  Workers should also leave any of their own supplies at home as they are deemed non essential at their workplace on campus. Sonoma State’s emails said, “A contactless pay system has already been developed. We encourage all employees to sign up for direct deposit”.

Tape was set up around inside office spaces to indicate the appropriate measurement of where people should be from one another.  At places where there are people lining up, six feet of distance is implemented between each person with tape spots or markers that make it easier to direct people.

Hand sanitizer, soap, and other disinfectant shall be provided at entrances of each building that have on site personnel working in them. 

Signs are posted around campus that instruct students, faculty, and staff that they shouldn’t be on campus if they have a cough or fever. If they were to be on campus, then maintaining the social distance and also not making any physical contact with anyone is the safest thing to do. 

Remember, now is a time students really need to focus on their health. A healthy body, mind, and lifestyle is the best way to combat this virus.