Saturday, November 22, 2008

Beginners Workout

By Gary Pearson

If you are starting a new exercise program, you have to be careful about just jumping in. You may not be able to do more advanced exercises right away, and if your health is not as good as you would like, you can do damage to your body. When you just start out, make sure you care choosing workouts for beginners, and that you learn all the basics before you start.

The most important thing you need to remember when working out is that you have to breathe. When you breathe awkwardly or hold your breath you are depriving your body of oxygen which will tire your muscles out faster. Also you might find yourself getting dizzy or nauseous. Try to keep a steady flow of breath going and you will be fine.

When you begin your workouts you should keep them relatively short. Start out with short distances or short durations and slowly work your way up. If you push yourself to hard in the beginning you will find yourself being discouraged from the way your body reacts to the strain. By starting off easy you can build up your tolerance as your body gets used to it.

Local gyms offer great programs for beginners. If you want to take all the guesswork out of your workout then try the gym. They will be able to set you up with detailed instructions and help you monitor your progress. You may find it easier to have someone tell you what to do then to have to figure it out yourself.

If you aren't comfortable with a gym, you can look online for workouts for beginners. There are many sites that offer free downloadable instructions for simple beginner workouts, and offer tips to keep you moving. You will find some that are customizable. You can choose what activities you feel comfortable doing, and ones that will get you going at a good and easy pace. You may also find advice online if you feel you are having any particular medical problems. You should always visit your doctor, but you can find some guidelines to get you started. - 15255

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