FITNESS TIPS

 Stay Healthy, Manage Stress

• For the biggest benefits of exercise, try to include at least 2½ hours of moderate-intensity physical activity (e.g. fast walking) each week, 1¼ hours of a energetic-intensity activity (such as jogging or swimming laps), or a combination of the two.

• Jog, walk, bike, or dance three to five times a week for 30 minutes.
• Set small daily goals and aim for daily regularity rather than perfect workouts. It's better to walk every day for 15-20 minutes than to wait until the weekend for a three-hour lengthy fitness exercise.
• Find forms of exercise that are fun or enjoyable. Talkative people often like classes and group activities. People who are more reserved often prefer solo pursuits.
• Distract yourself with an iPod or other portable media player to download audio books, podcasts, or music. Many people find it’s more fun to exercise while listening to something they enjoy.
• Engage an “exercise friend.” It's often easier to stick to your exercise routine when you have to stay committed to a friend, partner, or colleague.
• Be patient when you start a new exercise program. Most inactive people require about four to eight weeks to feel in step and sufficiently in shape so that exercise feels easier.