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Best Time for Exercise

Not a morning person? That’s fine. The best time to exercise is when your energy is highest. People give up when they try to force themselves to work out at a time their body refuses to accommodate. Don't sign up...
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Get Moving

Don't set exercise goals you can't meet. Otherwise, you'll stop working out all together. Exercising for 90 minutes really hard one day and not being able to exercise again for a week isn’t helpful. Be consistent. Try to work out...
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Inspire Yourself

Treadmills can get tiresome. Put a small inspirational note on the console ("Stay strong!"). If words don't move you, then work out in front of a TV when your favorite show is on.
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Make Exercise Exciting

Don't just go through the motions. Make exercise exciting. You will want to keep at it and for longer periods of time. On your next walk, jog, or outdoor activity, pay attention to what's going on around you – the...
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Stretching

Regular stretching can help you achieve flexibility and a good range of motion in your joints. It also improves circulation and relieves stress. Try stretching every night before bed. It’ll give you more energy when you wake.
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The World is Your Gym

Rake leaves, prune bushes, and pick up trash in the yard. Go for a short walk before breakfast or after dinner or both. Start with 5 to 10 minutes. Then, work up to 30. Choose a hilly route and pick...
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