WORKING out uses up energy, but what if you could convert this energy from your workout to electricity to be used in the gym? In Eco Gym, the equipment works by turning human energy into utility-grade electricity through a micro-inverter technology. When plugged into an outlet, the equipment convert the energy produced through the work out into kilowatts that are capable of producing more than 160 watt-hours of electricity in a single workout.
A new green fitness center in Rochester, New York, for example, is equipped with rooftop solar PV system and 28.9 –kilowatt small wind turbines. Together with the electricity from workout, these green energy methods power the entire building. Every workout give something back to environment.
Eco-jogging, “Plogging” started in Sweden. In Sweden plocka upp translates to picking something up. This is an innovative concept that combines sports, civic participation, and environmentalism by challenging participants to pick up as much waste as they can while jogging a pre-determined distance. According to a fitness app, plogging is a more effective form of exercise than jogging. One hour of plogging burns 288 calories on average compared to 235 calories on average for plain old jogging, with added benefit that participants are simultaneously cleaning up their local communities.
This invention has been shared with the world via social media. Rather than racing past the rubbish strewn along their route, ploggers pick it up to be disposed of properly before it pollutes the ocean.
Walking and running are also eco-friendly exercise. Experts recommend the average adult aim for 10,000 steps each day and a regular walking program helps lower the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. Running can be done anywhere and burns more calories in less time.
