Starter Exercise Program

My doctor friends tell me its important to be evaluated by a physician before beginning a diet and/or exercise program to look for:
High blood pressure (untreated first symptom might be brain hemorrhage) Heart disease (50% of the time the first symptom is death) Diabetes (by the time diabetes is diagnosed, many people have a complication) Thyroid disease (it may not be fat; it may be a thyroid issue)
Regardless of your physical issues, there is some form of exercise program you can start with. The most gentle form of exercise I've discovered is Feldenkrais where you can simply imagine yourself doing the movement. Ironically, this was also recommended to me by one of the most successful athletes I know, a man now in his 40s who began his skateboarding career when he was 15. He's still winning championships in a young mans game. I asked for his advice about physical recovery, thinking he must have had some injuries during his career. Yes, he told me, many injuries. His process of recovery: First of all he follows all of the advice from his physical therapist. Next as he lays in bed resting he imagines various aspects of his routine and what it takes physically, starting with a short distance and gradually imagining greater distances.
My experience: Exercise improves health in so many ways that a starter exercise program can gradually evolve into something more substantial, with the accompanying improvement in health, vitality and choices. Start where you are.
You may have other physical issues you've been putting off because you're too busy, you don't think you have the money to deal with them, or maybe you just think your health doesn't. have the same priority as another seemingly urgent need like a new television or some expense to keep up a good image to the outside world. Please make it a priority to have a physical exam and address any health issues you've been putting off.  Start on a strong foundation to help ensure your success.

Best wishes,

Marilyn McLeod
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