You should talk with your doctor before beginning any exercise program, particularly if you suffer from dizziness or high blood pressure; have had a stroke; lung, have a heart, liver or kidney condition; or if you have recently been hospitalized.
If you are more than 40 pounds overweight, you should not work out at a high intensity level without professional supervision.
These exercises and workouts may result in injury if done incorrectly.
Warming up.
Start out slowly, and gradually pick up the pace as your body warms up. For example, if you are heading out on a 30-minute moderate walk, spend the first 5 minutes at a slower pace, then speed up to moderate.
Cooling down.
After your workout, gently stretch the main muscles you used during exercise. Hold each stretch for 12 to 15 seconds. Don't bounce. Stretch to the point just before discomfort; if the stretch is painful, you're pushing too hard.
Drinking water.
Dehydration can make injury, avoid dehydration by drinking water before, during and after physical activity. On hot days, do not exercise in the middle of the day. Wear light-colored, loose, comfortable clothing so body heat can easily escape.
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