“It is tough wearing a face mask during workouts as it can affect breathing, but I am trying to be very careful. He said wearing a face mask was not mandatory for members as a mask would make it difficult to breathe during workouts, unlike face shields. X Gym member R. Krishnasamy, 67, said it was a hassle wearing a face mask or face shield while hitting the gym. “Breathing exercises are part of the workout at gyms, so wearing a face mask or face shield will defeat the purpose.”Another member, William Chiang, 35, said it was not right to exercise with the face shield on. “Most air-conditioned gyms too have converted to opening their windows and using fans for better ventilation,” he said.
