SAFETY FIRST
We’re sure most of you have seen the headlines detailing that Covid cases are on the rise. With the Governor and local officials implementing stricter regulations to curb the spread, we want to assure you we are going to do everything possible to continue to keep you safe. We have heard from several of you that your concerns are elevated — and we completely understand that! So we wanted to pass along a few things we will be doing to even further decrease transmission odds here at the Cove:
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Experts have recommended “open air ventilation” in indoor spaces — which means, allowing natural air in. Maximizing ventilation, and avoiding recirculation, can reduce viral load in the air, thereby lowering the risk of severe Covid 19 infections, they believe. We will continue to run fans to keep the air circulating (despite the dropping temps). Please bring extra layers as it may be a bit chilly in the box.
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We are investing in an air quality monitoring devices to better understand air quality at the gym. If we are in a room with several people, the measurement of the CO2 concentration provides a measure of what percentage of the air we inhale which consists of air that has already been exhaled by other people. CO2 measurement is just one of the easier ways we can reduce risk from potentially infectious aerosols and we plan to monitor this variable closely and make air flow adjustments as needed.
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You can take equipment outside ANY time to do outdoor workouts! While it won’t be a coached experience, grab a buddy and get the work done in the fresh and crisp air. We have a speaker and clock available to you at any time to best replicate the indoor experience.
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Remember to wear your mask any time you are away from your workout station. We are doing our best to keep most equipment 10+ feet apart, but any time you go grab gear or hit the restrooms, wear your mask!
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The Cove’s fire code occupancy rate is 97 people. Even if restrictions take us to 25% capacity (they are in other counties), we are (and will continue) to run classes far below that level to maximize spacing and distancing.
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To that end, we set up stations each day based on what we think are minimum recommendations for distancing. If you want to spread out more, DO SO! We have so much underutilized space right by the side doors and garage doors. These spots have awesome airflow and can get you more than 20’ away from anyone else. Do not hesitate to make that space your own!
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As always, use hand sanitizer, wash your hands and spray down that gear!
We feel confident that these things will help us keep transmission odds low at the Cove (and luckily it has so far). Be smart. Be considerate. And know your safety is THE most important thing to us.
If you are feeling uncomfortable at any time, PLEASE come talk to us. Keeping this as the best hour of your day (and open!) means so much to so many and we want to do everything in our power to keep it that way!
Introducing Mrs. Fairman
COACH KATIE AND JEFF
A huge congratulations to Coach Katie and Jeff on their wedding this weekend! One of our first members here at the Cove, it has been so exciting to see her grow over the years — but the icing on the cake was seeing her fall in love. They were surrounded by family and close friends when they tied the knot and began their new lives together on what was arguably the most beautiful weekend ever. We hope this is a sign of nothing but bright and sunny years to come. Much love and best wishes for a life of happiness from all of us at the Cove!
Engine Express!
ENGINE EXPRESS Episode 20 with COACH MARIA
AMRAP10
1 Jumping Air Squat
1 Push Up
2 Jumping Air Squats
2 Push Ups
3 Jumping Air Squats
3 Push Ups
…etc.
How far can you get in 10 minutes?
COVE. /kōv/ NOUN. 1. a small sheltered bay
As most of you know, we named this place “Cove” because we wanted it to be a shelter from the craziness of the outside world. A place were the chaos and stresses of every day (and extraordinary) life leave as soon as you walk in the door. The sign that reads “the best part of your day starts now” is something we believe in firmly, and we want your times within these walls (and yes, even when out for a run) to only be consumed with our little community, hard work and a lot of fun.
Last week all of our coaches gathered for our quarterly meeting and we discussed how this founding philosophy has been so important on so many levels. For that hour a day, we are one. We put politics and opinions aside (except of course those opinions on the best protein powder or lifting shoes). And we applaud you for continuing to do that.
Thank you for keeping The Cove a true cove.
Start your engines for some assault bike fun
