Myth: Exercise is a massive chore on your never ending to-do list.

• 10 Exercise Tips To Stick With Your Fitness Routine

1) Give Exercise Priority

A survey shows exercisers and non-exercisers have the same amount of leisure time each week - 24 hours.

2) Make It Convenient

Join a health club that is close to your home and if possible, do your cardio workout outdoors in your neigborhood.

3) Start Slowly

Build up your activity level in comfortable increments to prevent dropout.

4) Find A Comfortable Schedule

Exercise 3 - 5 days per week, limit workouts to one hour or less.

5) Maintain What You Achieve

You must maintain your routine to continue to enjoy the benefits of exercise. De-conditioning starts as soon as 5 days after interruption or termination of a routine.

6) Add Variety

Increase the intensity of a workout instead of skipping it and change your program every six weeks.

7) Re-evaluate

During an illness, injury or personal crisis review your program and progress; then strategize and recommit to your goals.

8) Be Progressive

Make heathful choices that continually improve your daily regimen.

9) Network

Build a support network of fit people.

10) Reward Yourself

Periodically schedule social events that require you to look your best and target a specific fitness goal for the event. Treat yourself for the effort with a night out, new clothes or a trip.

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