Believe it or not, the hardest part is to get it going in the first place.
You wake up in the morning with the resolution to exercise only to find yourself dragging your feet to the couch some five minutes later. This article will provide you some tips to make your exercise easy and enjoyable.
Start gradually.
First of all, start out slowly and increase your activity gradually over time. This will help your body adjust and avoid injury. Start with 30 minutes of moderate
cardio exercise each day. You can divide it into three 10 sessions if you're not able to go through it all at once. However if you do this, make sure you do reach around 75% of the maximum heart rate for your age. The maximum heart rate is calculated as 220 minus your age.
Move around whenever and wherever you can.
Try to include physical activity into your schedule whenever you can. For example, walk to the office or take the stairs instead of the elevator. By making a conscious effort to stay on the move, you may find yourself fulfilling the recommended amount of physical activity for the day without having to set aside exclusive time and place to exercise.
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Look forward to fun.
Select activities you find satisfying and that give you a
feeling of accomplishment. Bring your friend or family into an active leisure time such as walking in a garden, riding a bike, swimming, or group sports. Their company will encourage you and they too will enjoy the health benefits of physical activity.
Stay comfy.
Try to make yourself comfortable as much as you can during exercise.
Wear good fitting shoes with padded soles and don't wear anything too
tight of a clothing. There's nothing wrong about wanting to look pretty and stylish when you're exercising, but if you had to make a choice between fashion and comfort, pick comfort.
Put on the beat.
Listen to music when you're exercising. An inspiring music can sometimes make a difference between a boring and exciting exercise session. It will also drive away monotonous feeling.
Know your body.
Most importantly, make sure your activities are compatible with your age and physical condition. Consult your physician if you are not sure about which type of exercise that will suit you. He or she will point you down the right direction to start and give you advices to avoid injuries.
Other articles in exercise:
- Even though they may not look like much of a calorie burner, these activities are just as effective as the more complicated exercises. Read more about this small list of easy exercises
- A lot of seniors feel discouraged to do physical exercises because concerns about injury or falls. Sometimes a health condition such as heart disease and osteoarthritis can also prevent them from staying active. Read more about exercise for older adults and the elderly
- In the year 2008 physical inactivity was responsible for the deaths of 5.3
million. These deaths could be avoided if only people
would take 150 minutes or more of moderate exercise weekly. Read more about physical inactivity and the problems it brings
