Wednesday, July 20, 2005

Make Sure You Are Physically Able to Start Your Exercise Program

Sure, I am always talking about the benefits of exercise. It's been proven and there is really no debate but . . . . .

You need to have regular checkups with your doctor and

Answer the following questions before you begin a exercise program.

Has your health care provider ever told you that you have heart trouble?

When you are physically active, do you have pains in your chest or on your left side (neck, shoulder, or arm)?

Do you often feel faint or have dizzy spells?

Do you feel extremely breathless after you have been physically active?

Has your health care provider told you that you have high blood pressure?

Has your health care provider told you that you have bone or joint problems, like arthritis, that could get worse if you are physically active?

Are you over 50 years old and not used to a lot of physical activity?

Do you have a health problem or physical reason not mentioned here that might keep you from starting a walking program?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, please check with your health care provider before starting a exercise program or other form of physical activity.

Hey! You want to exercise to become healthy; not to cause problems.