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Fitness! Doing it Right
by Mark Clastentine
http://www.fitnessdemon.com
Beginning an exercise program is a great way to lose weight
and keep your body in shape, but without a little guidance
in the beginning, you may end up right back on the couch.
Before starting
Before embarking on any exercise program, consult your
doctor and clear any health concerns you may have with
him/her. It may be a good idea to get a complete check-up
just to be sure you are fit enough to start exercising.
Take it slow
Your Doctor's guidance will help you set the pace of your
exercise routine in the beginning. But do ease into it,
tempting as it is to launch into it full steam, because you
want to see the effects fast by doing it better.
If you are just starting out or are working out after a
long time, start with a few minutes a day. A good plan is to
walk for a while, stop when you are feeling tired and then
go out the next day and walk a little further. Don't be
disheartened if you can only manage five minutes in the
beginning; it's more than what you have been doing.
You shouldn't try and do much too soon because you can end
up injuring yourself, put yourself flat on your back with no
exercise again. Easing into a fitness routine allows your
body to adapt to your new routine, making it easier for you
to carry out your daily fitness program consistently.
Warm up
You'll also want to start each exercise routine with a
gentle warm up period. This can be as simple as a few
jumping jacks or a short walk, followed by a few stretches.
It doesn't have to be complicated, but it can still prevent
injuries and soreness.
Doing different things and Doing things differently
Draw up a weekly plan that includes several different
exercise programs. In this way, you won't get bored and
your body will get a better work out.
Getting into an outdoor sport, or a dancing class, or
anything you like adds an element of zing, and perks up your
fitness routine.
Find a friend
Getting someone in your fitness routine makes it easier and
more fun to follow it. You will make that extra effort to be
there, when you know someone is counting on you too.
When asking a friend or spouse to exercise with you, make
sure their fitness levels match yours and they are as
committed to getting fit as you are.
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