Massage, Exercise, Dance, Computer, Photography
Quality You Can Count On.
Home     Orthopedic Massage     Exercise for Life     Learn to Dance     Computer Solutions     Photography     P2     Contact Us     Site Map     My Links      
Angina     Compliancy     Diabetes     Endurance     Hydration     Pedometer     Salt     Stretching     S2     Warm Up     U2     Weight Training     W2     Presentations     My Choice      
Compliancy - Exercise First, Make It A Priority.
It is hard to start an exercise program.  It is even harder to maintain one.
 
Set realistic short term and long term goals.
Have a reasonable exercise schedule.
Make it a priority and do it first.
Identify alternative activities for rainy days, when friends visit, and for going out of town.
Progress gradually.
Record and monitor progress.
Take your pulse.
Don’t overdo it which can cause muscle soreness & orthopedic injuries.
If you skip a day or two, don’t blame yourself.
Select the type of exercises you enjoy.
Find someone to exercise with.
Stretch to avoid chronic muscle soreness.
Give yourself a rest day in between the exercise days.
Exercise first, make it a priority, do it early in the day.  e.g. in the morning.
 
Consider These When
Designing Your Exercise Program:
Frequency.

Intensity.

Time/duration.
 
Equipment which you own.

Select function oriented exercises.
 
Personal preference.

Modify an exercise if you have limitations.

 

To Prevent Leg Cramps:

Avoid high heels in general.  Wear quality running shoes.

Balance your electrolytes especially potassium.

Eat your fruits (e.g. bananas have lots potassium).

Don’t over exercise.

Drink plenty of water before, during, and after exercising.

Stretch your leg muscles frequently and after exercising.

Uncover your feet when you sleep.

Warm up before you exercise.