Guidelines to start a new exercise program

WANT TO GET OFF THE COUCH AND INTO THE GYM?

FOLLOW THESE TIPS ON SAFELY STARTING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM:

v Always talk to your physician about any health concerns
prior to starting any exercise program.

v Be sure to choose an activity that you enjoy, this
helps you stick with the program.

v Find a workout partner or join a class, there is strength
and support in numbers.

v Begin gradually and remember to alternate activities
to decrease boredom and prevent injuries

v Set reasonable goals, it takes more than a day to climb
Mount Everest.

v Establish a well balanced exercise program: Include
components of aerobics, resistance and flexibility
training in your workout.

v Whatever your activity, always include a warm up and
a cool down period.

v For general fitness try to build up to 30-40 mins, 4-5x/ week,
of continuous activity but remember to take rest days.

v Listen to your body: No pain, No gain should not be your
mantra!

v Footwear counts-try to buy shoes that are appropriate for
your chosen activity. I.E. Running shoes for running.

v It takes 6 weeks for a habit to develop so stick with the
program and it will become second nature in no time!!!