You have decided to get fit but where do you start. The most difficult thing is often to get started without feeling foolish or injuring yourself. The basic rule of thumb in whatever you do is start slowly and build it up. Some people find it easier to exercise in a group or class and that’s fine. But what if you are struggling? Why is that? Some reasons may include

I’ve not done exercise for ages. I’m too old to start now. - Begin with just walking. 30 mins a day will get you fitter and no one will even know you’re exercising.

I’m too busy - Analyse why you’re busy. Most people find they can watch less TV each day to make the time to exercise. Or break it into three 10-minute chunks.

It’s too expensive - You don’t have to join clubs or gyms. Walking is free and great exercise. Tins from the store cupboard make great weights to hold in your hands.

The benefits of more exercise are legion and fully justify your efforts. They include

You’ll be fitter and healthier

You’ll have more energy

You’ll have a better chance of living for longer and healthier

You’ll sleep well

Your mood will be better

You’ll look and feel great

You’ll have fun

You’ll end up meeting new people and getting new friends.

It is the best decision you could make to get fir and take more control of your life. You will also decrease your risk of suffering from

Heart disease

High blood pressure

Strokes

Diabetes

Impotence (men only!)

Depression

How to start

With all these direct benefits to you from exercising it makes sense to get going. Most people can manage to walk for some time each day. Start slowly and build it up over several weeks to 30 - 60 mins a day of walking. That’s it. If you prefer swimming or biking, great! Go for it. Enjoy yourself and get fitter.

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