Take a Healthy Start with Exercise

Take a Healthy Start with Exercise

How do I start?

It’s never too late to start.Everyone can benefit from moving more – whatever your age, size or physical condition. The good news is that inactive people that start to do moderate physical activity feel the biggest health benefits – your health risks will decrease as soon as you start to move!

Getting started is easier than you think. Changing a few daily habits can soon add up to a more active you. Be active in as many ways as possible every day. Every 10 minutes counts. And if you don’t think you can squeeze anything else into your day, see if you can reduce the time you spend sitting still and free up time to be active.

• Start in small amounts
• Find an activity that you enjoy doing
• Ask family or a friend to join you
• Set yourself a realistic target to do a little exercise each day
• Gradually increase the amount you are doing. Go for a little longer or a little further
• Build up to 30 minutes of moderate exercise a day.

How do I stay safe while exercising?

• Wear comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear
• Warm up and cool down. When you begin your activity, begin slowly for the first few minutes and build up gradually. When coming to the end of your activity, take time to slow down
• Stretch after your exercise. This will help you to avoid pain and stiffness in your joints and muscles.
• Avoid exercising if you are feeling unwell
• Remember, it’s best to stop exercising if you feel any pain or discomfort.