3.Where Do You Start?
The last thing you want to do is hurt yourself right out of the gate. Tell your doctor you want to start a fitness program. Ask if you need to take any precautions. They can suggest some workouts that are right for your health and fitness level. For example, you should probably stay away from high-impact exercise like jogging at first. The main thing is to just get moving — any amount of activity is better than none.
4.Go Slow at First
Start with small steps you can build on. Park at the far end of the parking lot, or take the stairs. Try 10-15 minutes of physical activity every other day and see how you feel. Be sure to rest when you need to and listen to your body. Gradually work up to 30 minutes to an hour of moderate exercise, 5 days a week, plus two sessions of resistance or strength training. This is the amount of exercise that experts recommend for adults.
