This is how the Duchess of Cambridge is keeping fit during lockdown

The UK lockdown in response to the coronavirus pandemic means that all of us are spending a lot more time inside.

That means that, among many other things, the nation has had to adapt to a very different exercise routine - given that gyms, leisure centres, and fitness classes are strictly out of bounds.

And though their normal lives may be a world away from our own, the strict social distancing measures in place at the moment of course also apply to the royal family.

No longer are they able to turn to their normal methods of keeping fit - such as Princess Eugenie sessions at her favourite members-only gym, or the Buckingham Palace swimming pool where the Duchess of Cambridge reportedly takes her three children.

Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton's exercise routine in lockdown

For Catherine, keeping fit has always been important, so you can be sure that she'll be staying on top of her routine even during quarantine. So we imagine she'll still be finding ways to be active, including...

Playing around outside with the kids

Catherine has often admitted that one of her favourite things to do is spend time outside with her family, and we're sure it's no different during these unusual times.

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The Cambridge family are in lockdown at their Norfolk home of Anmer Hall, which has an enormous, sprawling garden which we're sure the Duchess will be taking full advantage of at the moment.

She's revealed that her love of the outdoors stems from her own childhood, and that it's something she does as much for her mental health as she does for her physical health. In an interview on Giovanna Fletcher's podcast Happy Mum, Happy Baby, she confessed, "As children, we spent a lot of time outside, and it’s something I’m really passionate about. I think it’s so great for physical and mental wellbeing and laying foundations.

"It’s such a great environment to spend time in, building those quality relationships without the distractions of 'I've got to cook' and 'I've got to do this.'"

Walks in nature

On the same podcast, the Duchess of Cambridge was asked to complete the sentence, starting, "I'm happy when...", to which she replied, "I’m with my family outside in the countryside and we’re all filthy dirty."

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So it's likely that Catherine will be making use of the allocated hour of outdoor exercise a day to explore the countryside on her doorstep in Norfolk.

Walking is a fantastic way to keep fit and healthy, with studies suggesting that it could help to reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke, improve bone health and mobility, and help to increase your cardiovascular fitness.

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Running as much as possible

Mike Tindall, who is married to Prince William's cousin Zara Tindall, has admitted that Catherine is without doubt the runner in the family.

When he was asked to create his dream rugby team, he confessed, "I've got the Duchess of Cambridge on one wing, because she loves running, she can run all day. Engine!"

The Duchess never turns down an opportunity to display her running skills at royal engagements either, happily taking part if asked to. They are certainly some brilliant photos of her and Prince William competing out there!

So, there's every chance that Catherine is taking the time during lockdown to run through her local streets, or through the Anmer grounds, as a way of staying healthy.

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Playing tennis

It's reported that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge has tennis courts installed at their home when they moved in back in 2013. And if true, it'll certainly be a great way to for the Duchess to keep up an exercise routine with her husband during this period of lockdown!