Make the most of your exercise by following these simple helpful tips:

• Start Slowly – Go slow and be consistent.
• Be Comfortable – Wear comfortable, non-restrictive clothing, supportive shoes and layers so that you can adjust as your body temperature rises.
• Breathe – Remember to breathe consistently throughout your exercise.
• Hydrate – Drink plenty of water before, during and after your activity.
• Warm Up & Cool Down – Always ease your body into and out of exercise. Walk slowly or stretch for at least 5 minutes.
• Build Up – Gradually increase the time and intensity of your activity. It will become easier as you exercise consistently.
• Mix It Up – Vary the type of activity you do. Try a new sport or take a tai chi or yoga class for variation. Doing new things will help you remain interested.
• Make It Fun – Get active with friends, listen to music or take up an active hobby to keep it fun and interesting.
• Be Consistent – If you can do a little bit every day, it will eventually become part of your routine and you will automatically include it. If you only do a lot occasionally, it will be difficult to keep it up and you won’t realize any of the benefits.
• Keep an Activity Log – Write down what types of activity you do everyday. As the days go on, it will be easier to keep up the pace when you look at all of the progress you are making.