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August 2014 Health


How to Start Getting Fit For Life


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NEW FOR SUMMER 2014 BY DAWN WILLIAMS that physical activity


Once you fully accept the fact is one of the


most powerful factors affecting your health, ability and longevity, where do you begin? Getting started, without a doubt, is the hardest part.


The first step, always, is to consult


your health care professional. In most cases, your doctor will encourage you to get active, but be sure to bring up any specific concerns you have about exercising in relation to your health.


Your doctor may caution against


high impact activity, for example, if you have arthritis or other conditions affecting your joints. Make note of any activities to avoid in planning your new regimen.


Starting From Scratch at 58 It may seem a little overwhelming


if you’re starting from scratch. That’s how Sharon Conte of Chicago felt, too, when she realized at age 58 her inactivity was largely responsible for the debilitating health conditions she was experiencing.


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