Tuesday, May 18, 2010

What are some good exercises for a person who does not exercise start off with?

I am trying to make exercise part of my daily routine. I need to start slow to keep my motivation and stamina up. Any ideas (other than walking) of what I should start off with?

What are some good exercises for a person who does not exercise start off with?
walking and simple resistence activities using your own body weight (modified push ups, crunches).
Reply:Swimming (at a local gym in cooler weather), or YOGA
Reply:do you have anything you enjoy doing such as swimming, biking, ice skating, roller skating, jump rope? The best "exercise" to do is something you find fun and enjoyable.
Reply:First of all congratulations on starting a habit that is GREAT for your body,mind and overall well being. I am overweight and started working out in March of 06. I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia (chronic pain) and suffered depression and anxiety from it. I decided to take a turn for the better and help MYSELF since no doctor has been able to "cure" me! I started off at a local arthritis foundation water excersise class. Now i'm only 34 yrs old and was the youngest one there, but i worked my way up to regular water aerobics, swimming laps to now working out on elliptical machines etc. I recommend maybe walking laps in a pool, swimming, water aerobics since this is "low impact" and great to start with. I also recommend therabands (you can find these at any walmart, target, or sports store). It is great resistance to build strength. Hope this helps! Good luck to you!
Reply:Personally, I prefer stress-free exercise, like yoga. It's fun, relaxing, and really good for your body. But if that doesn't appeal to you, I suggest taking up a new hobby, such as bicycling, roller skating, horseback riding, etc... All of these sports are really fun, and you don't really even realize you're exercising. I've been riding horses for a couple of years, and I have never been more fit!


Good luck!


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