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With millions staying at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) along with some of Asia’s biggest stars have launched a new campaign – #StayActive – to inspire fans to maintain their fitness while emphasising the importance of their physical and mental wellbeing.
Kicking-off the series are three familiar faces who also featured in the AFC’s highly-acclaimed #BreakTheChain campaign – Iran and Persepolis FC’s Alireza Beiranvand, India and Bengaluru FC’s Gurpreet Singh and 2018 AFC Women’s Player of the Year Wang Shuang from China, who are now providing fans with unique insights to their fitness regimes.
Beiranvand, who emphasised the need to establish customised schedules while urging fans to make the most out of the present need for social distancing, said: “We know that these are challenging times so now more than ever, we need to look after our physical and mental wellbeing. I know many of us are struggling because the COVID-19 pandemic has forced us to lose our routine.”
“For us as footballers, our fitness means everything, but for everyone at home, keeping fit can help you cope and adapt better to this new normal. Start small, create a simple plan, set goals, and monitor your progress.”
“We can all live better and more productive lives if we stay active. My challenge to everyone is to emerge from this pandemic, stronger, fitter, more focused and resilient than before.”
Echoing his sentiments, Wang who is seen swapping the gym for her living room in a bid to remain in optimum condition during these challenging circumstances, added: “We all have a responsibility to do our part to stop this virus by staying at home as much as possible but that is no excuse to remain sedentary.”
“With some improvisation and motivation, we can reduce our stress levels, which can help us better manage our emotions, particularly how we respond to our loved ones during this difficult period.”
“It is also equally important that we manage our diets and are getting the right nutrients in our body. In this time of uncertainty, our health and wellbeing are one of the few things that we can control, so whatever your situation, I urge everyone to stay active and eat healthy.”
Iraq international and Persepolis midfielder Bashar Resan as well as Malaysian forward Safee Sali are just some of the Continent’s stars set to feature in the series in the coming weeks.
Fans across the world are encouraged to emulate, compete alongside their favourite Asian stars and share it, using the hashtag #StayActive or by sending your video to media@the-afc.com to stand a chance to be featured on the AFC’s digital channels.
Watch the latest #StayActive video and join the fitness challenge now!
