FIT LIFE HUB

1. Why Exercise is important: FIT LIFE HUB

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3. Exercise is powerful medicine. Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Exercise prevents health problems, builds strength, increases energy and can help you reduce stress. It can also help you maintain a healthy body weight and control your appetite.

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6. Path to better health

7.                   Adding exercise to your routine can positively affect your life.

1. Can anyone do the exercises?

   Everyone can benefit from physical activity. For most people, it is possible to start exercising on your own at a slow pace. If you have never exercised before, start with 10 minutes of light exercise. Walking briskly every day is a good first exercise. Gradually increase how hard you exercise and for how long.
   

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3. Talk to your doctor before starting an exercise program. This is especially important if your doctor is already monitoring you for a health problem, such as heart disease or osteoarthritis. You should try to exercise even if you have a physical disability that hinders mobility. Your doctor can help you find other exercises to improve your overall health.

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3. How much exercise do I need?

4. A good goal is to exercise 5 times a week for at least 30 minutes each time. However, most people need to start slowly. Start by exercising 2 or 3 times a week for 20 minutes at a time. Once you feel comfortable, gradually increase the time you exercise and the number of days a week.

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6. How hard do I have to exercise to get health benefits?

   Even a small amount of exercise is better than none at all. Start with an activity you enjoy and can do comfortably. Learn to take your pulse and reach your target heart rate.(About 80% of your "maximum heart rate"). As you get used to exercising, try to exercise within your target heart rate zone to get the most benefit. However, discuss with your doctor before beginning. Exercising at 80% of your target heart rate may not be suitable for everyone. This is especially true if you have certain health conditions or are taking certain medications.

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Track your progress

Keep a record of your workouts to track your progress. Write down how long you exercised and what you did. Free websites are available to track your progress, as well as apps for smartphones.

Find an exercise partner

Working out with a friend is more fun than working out alone. An exercise buddy can keep you motivated when you don’t feel like exercising. You will be much less likely to cancel exercise if you know someone is counting on you to be there. And when you reach your exercise goals, you’ll have someone to celebrate with.

Things to consider

To avoid injuring yourself during exercise, don’t try to do too much too soon. Start with an activity that is fairly easy for you, such as walking. Do it for a few minutes a day, several times a day. Slowly increase the amount of time and the intensity of the activity. For example, increase your walking time and speed over several weeks.

Trying to push yourself too hard in the beginning could cause muscle strain or sprain. When this happens, you’ll have to wait for the injury to heal before continuing your exercise program. This can really sidetrack your health goals.

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