Here's a Cork trainer's printable guide to five exercises for the over 65s who are cocooning

A personal trainer in Cork has released a simple exercise guide for anyone over 65 who has to cocoon because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Vilma Zyvatkauskaite, a personal trainer and nutrition coach with David Sisk Fitness in Cork released the printable exercise guide for anyone who doesn't have access to her workout videos on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

“While it’s understandable that older people must stay in their homes for their own health during this pandemic, cutting down on exercise can have a detrimental effect on their health,” said Vilma.

Vilma’s clients asked her if she could put together a workout guide for their relatives that were cocooning.

The guide is designed to be done at home with the only equipment needed being a chair and a towel.

The exercises are low impact and are not designed to put people under pressure.

Vilma said: “We’re not looking at intense workouts with loud music and rising exercise bikes. This guide has five exercises that you can do as a circuit.

"Just a few minutes exercise per day will keep your muscles toned and keep your fitness at a good level.”