Getting started with an beginners exercise program can be confusing, especially if you’ve never exercised on a regular basis before. Whatever your goal is, just remember to start out at a comfortable pace and increase your amount of exercise as tolerated to increase strength and endurance. You’ll be fit in no time if you stick to your plan and stay motivated.
However, if it’s been a long time since you’ve exercised regularly,or if you’ve been diagnosed with any type of chronic health condition like heart problems or high blood pressure,or any other medical condition or even if you haven’t.You should get a full check up from your health care provider and get a medical release before starting any type of beginners exercise program.
Before you start your beginner’s workout, get some good fitting shoes that are designed for whatever type of beginners exercise you’ll be doing, whether it’s walking, weight lifting, cross training, or playing basketball. Choose comfortable workout attire too, remember, think comfort, and wear whatever feels good to you. If you’re exercising outdoors, don’t forget to wear a hat and light colored clothing, in addition to sunscreen and sunglasses. Now you’re ready to set your weight loss and fitness goals. Make sure that your goals are realistic and attainable, and reward yourself when you reach your goal. It’s reasonable to lose one to two pounds per week, and you shouldn’t get discouraged if you hit a plateau. The less the body weighs, the fewer the amount of calories burned just moving around, so the more weight you lose the harder it will be to continue losing more.
Remember that the scale isn’t the only way to track the progress from your beginners workout. It can be quite discouraging to exercise for a long time and still weigh the same, when in fact; the body is gaining muscle and losing fat. To stay focused and motivated, track body fat percentage in addition to weighing on the scale to get a better idea of how much weight you really need to lose. And don’t be obsessed with either one. Check out how you look in your clothes and how they feel and fit is also a good indicator of how your first exercise program is working for you. Take measurements also to reassure you that you really are getting into shape, even if you can’t yet see it everywhere. Make a plan and stick to it to get the best results. Your progress will be slow but steady, and your more likely to keep the weight off if you take it off slowly. You Can Do It!
