Friday, June 13, 2008

Getting Started With Exercise

For the person new to the idea of fitness, the word exercise can conjure up images of sweat and discomfort. The initial thought could be that the negative outweighs the positive for the upcoming experience. However, whatever your reason to add fitness to your life there can only be positive results of the journey.
The benefits of exercise are numerous and will improve your health both physically and mentally. You will start to feel better by having more energy and reducing stress. Your body composition will start to change by losing inches first, then pounds. You will gain strength, endurance and flexibility to manage your everyday movements. Without realizing it, your self-confidence increases and you feel positive about the changes your are making to improve your overall health and well being.