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Exercise for good health Most doctors agree that a daily brisk 30 minute walk or a 15 minute run is the "ideal" amount of exercise that the average man/woman would require. However, if you have been relatively inactive for a couple of years or if you are over 60 years old it would be advisable for you to first visit your family doctor before you start an exercise regimen.
If you are serious about toning up, it would be best to consult a fitness expert as your perfect exercise regimen would be unique to your age, health status and fitness goal. It is always best to start off slow and gradually work your way up to a more strenuous yet comfortable level. A simple yet effective way to challenge your body is to increase the intensity of your walk/jog. A moderate level of exercise would include a brisk walk or an easy jog. Once you are well into your training, I would advise you to add strength training exercises to your routine. You need not do these exercises every day; studies have shown two days of strength training a week to be more than enough. Strength training exercises increase muscle strength through the use of dumbbells and barbells.
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