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THREAD: I respect that during a pandemic all outcomes are bad. But gyms/fitness centers play a crucial role in the well being of many people's mental health. For those who are prescribed SSRI's for depression, anxiety, etc - regular exercise is an activity which amplifies the
effectiveness of that medication. Particularly in a cold weather climate, not all people have the ability to exercise without these facilities. While the economic damage to gyms/fitness centers is important, the bigger issue is the immediate decline in many people's mental
well being. Whatever benefit the public gets from reduced COVID spread by closing gyms/fitness centers is dwarfed by the immediate public health consequences of increased mental health issues. While well intentioned, the Governor closing these facilities is causing
more damage than it helps. Increased crisis incidents and even suicides are a consequence of these closures. I hope the Governor reconsiders his decision to close these facilities and allows them to reopen in a safe manner. Thank you.
