Uganda, Nov. 29 -- In order to curb the spread of Covid-19, the need to wear a mask is not waning.
Even as the world eases up owing to vaccination, many health experts continually advocate for its use, even when exercising.
The explanation is simple, gyms and fitness centres are public places and with the heavy perspiration, chances of spreading bacteria are high.
However, Brian Kasasa, a sports scientist, says exercising while wearing a mask may make the workout more laborious since lots of oxygen is needed yet that is hampered by the presence of the mask.
As such, these can only be worn by persons without cardiovascular illnesses such as asthma since, according to Dr Stephen Ataro Ayella, a physician member of the Canadian Academy of ...