HomeTeamNS’ Virtual Fitness Training programmes at Fitness Workz are helping pave a smoother road for Home Team National Servicemen to stay in shape.
TEXT: NICHOLAS JACOB
PHOTOS: HOMETEAMNS
National Servicemen often find it difficult to maintain their peak condition or to remain fit and active year-round. We spoke to HomeTeamNS Fitness Trainer Assistant, Muhammad Danish’aizat Bin Kamsani, to learn more about the Virtual Fitness Training (VFT) programme by Fitness Workz and why it’s grown to become a game-changer for National Servicemen trying to balance life commitments with maintaining a high level of physical fitness for their annual Individual Physical Proficiency Test (IPPT).
WHAT IS VFT?
VFT is an online fitness programme designed by HomeTeamNS’ Fitness Workz gyms, in collaboration with the Ministry of Home Affairs, specifically for National Servicemen looking to up their IPPT game.
According to Danish, the programme is ideal for National Servicemen who are willing to exercise on their own but need someone to guide them. The programme is divided into three main categories – Power, Strength, and Cardio – with exercises aimed at improving these aspects of physical fitness.
What sets VFT apart is that users can tailor the exercises to their fitness level and specific needs.
“It’s a solution that help make National Servicemen’s lives easier, especially those who have failed their IPPT. VFT affords them several options that they can choose from to complete their IPPT cycle,” explained Danish.
Another key benefit of VFT is that National Servicemen can now train and clock in their NS Fitness Improvement Training (FIT) programmes virtually, done in just 10 sessions via the VFT’s IPPT Preparatory Training regimen.
FITTING FITNESS AROUND YOUR LIFE
Being uniquely flexible by design, VFT has quickly become a popular choice for Home Team National Servicemen looking to stay on track with their fitness goals – even from the comfort of their own homes. According to Danish, VFT is a great help for those who find it difficult to set aside time for fitness due to work and family commitments.
They can work out anytime it suits them, and at their own pace, gradually building up their strength and endurance without feeling overwhelmed. VFT provides users with a structured and effective way to work towards their fitness goals, with expert instruction to help them stay on track and motivated, through a range of exercises specifically designed to improve IPPT performance.
The CARDIO60 programme, for instance, employs high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to boost cardiovascular strength and muscular endurance for the 2.4km run. Likewise, the CORE60 and PUMP60 programmes build core and upper-body strength respectively to help you crush the sit-up and push-up segments of the test.
ROUNDING OUT A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
While VFT provides a streamlined means to stay in shape and pass one’s IPPT, it is essential to remember that fitness is not just about hitting annual targets but improving your overall quality of life.
Danish advises National Servicemen to incorporate fitness into their lives to steadily improve their wellness.
“For example, pick up a simple sport that you love, and that will help keep you fit,” he advised.
He adds that one can adopt simple lifestyle changes to get the most out of their exercise sessions, like minimising distractions, scheduling workouts and exercising with a buddy to keep you motivated as you work towards your fitness goals.
A balanced diet and sufficient sleep are also crucial components of any fitness journey. To complement the VFT programme, one should aim to eat a balanced diet, rich in whole foods and healthy proteins, and ensure they are getting enough restful sleep.
Ultimately, consistency is key. Keep at it and, bit by bit, you may come to realise that not only are you passing successive IPPTs with ease, but also living a better, more fulfilling life.
“At the end of the day, keeping fit and active helps not only to improve your health, but also your mental state and physical ability to go about your daily life,” said Danish.
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