Elliptical Resistance

Exercise not only keeps you healthy, but helps you feel better about yourself as well. Even if your goal is to shed a few or more pounds, exercising will help you give you a boost before the pounds start to come off. If you want to start an exercise program here are some tips to make it more rewarding:

• Check with your doctor. Always consult a physician before starting an exercise program especially if you have not exercised for a while.
• Start Slow. Don’t overdo it on the first day, you will get discouraged and probably not continue if the exercise is too strenuous.
• Drink plenty of water. You need to hydrate your body while exercising.
• Reward yourself. Make a commitment to exercise for a month at least three times a week. After one month reward yourself with a non food treat. Make a new goal for the next month and continue the process. You will find that you have started a healthy habit!
• Mark it on your calendar. If you keep a calendar, schedule exercise time just as you would any other appointment.
• Don’t just count the pounds. If losing weight is your goal, make sure you also have another measurement of fitness. As fat turns to muscle, you may find your weight remaining constant or even increasing a bit. Mark your progress by recording the number of minutes walked, number of situps completed, etc. If you are using an elliptical machine, make sure you start with the lowest elliptical resistance and work up from there. As you get stronger, you will see an increase in these numbers and that will make you feel great about your exercise program.
• Find a friend. Do you know someone who wants to exercise too? Try exercising and encouraging each other together!