4 Easy Ways to Get (and Stay!) Fit

It can be challenging to find time to work out, but the long- and short-term benefits make it a necessary aspect of achieving overall health. Regular physical activity can help you reach and maintain optimal weight, increase energy, and enhance cardiovascular fitness. Here are some tips to help you get on the track to making positive changes:

1. Change your daily habits. We've all heard the advice to park farther away or take the stairs, because it works. Set a goal to take the stairs at work every other day.
2. Pace yourself at the gym. Everyone is there for the same reason, so don't be embarrassed if you're going a little slower. Use light weights for strength training, and limit yourself to 2-10 minutes on the stationary bike when you first start out. You'll find that your stamina will quickly improve.
3. Take care of yourself. Wear the proper footwear, removable layers or light clothing, and avoid dehydration by drinking more water than you think you need.
4. Get encouragement. Join an exercise class, hire a personal trainer, or enlist a friend for morning walks. It's more fun if you don't go it alone.

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About 70% of fat free mass of the human body is made of water. To function properly, the body requires between one and seven liters of water a day to avoid dehydration; the precise amount depends on the level of activity, temperature, humidity, and other factors.