2 Must-Make Stops Before Starting an Exercise Program

Posted by Endurance House International on November 20th, 2015

Making the conscious decision to lose weight and get into shape is a wise one. After all, shedding pounds and maintaining a healthy weight can help prevent such medical concerns as diabetes, heart disease and even some types of cancer. Getting started out on the right foot, however, does call for making two smart stops before hitting the gym, track or road.

Here are the two places to go before jumping into an exercise routine and the reasons why these stops matter:

• Your doctor – If it’s been a while since you’ve worked out, this is an absolute must. Getting a physical and gaining medical input about what kind of exercise plan to put into action can prove critical. Your personal doctor is best positioned to offer advice about what exercises would benefit you the most, how deep you should jump in at the start and what to anticipate as you get a program really going. He or she can also help you avoid concerns that may sideline you. It’s simply smart to make this stop to ensure a workout program doesn’t get sidelined by illness or injury before it really gets started.
  
• A fitness outfitter – Maintaining proper comfort and support during an exercise routine is also critical. This is where a retailer that specializes in performance gear, such as properly fit running shoes, workout clothing and other must-have items can come into play. Don’t just run to a corner department store for these things. Experts in the fitness industry are often much better prepared to ensure the right gear is selected for the proposed workout plan. Runners, for example, will want shoes that deliver the right fit for them whereas those who are opting for bicycling might want to get a professional bike fitting performed.

Making the choice to start exercising is smart. Before diving in, however, stop and take time to make two quick visits. Your doctor and your local fitness outfitter can help ensure you get started on the right foot.

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