When beginning a new fitness routine, it is important to ease yourself into it. This will give your body time to become accustomed to it, and will lessen the chance of injuring yourself. Also, you are more likely to stick to the routine if you start with something that is easily achievable. Once you get used to the exercise, you can increase the intensity and length of time.

When on an exercise routine it is best to have a day of rest once a week. During rest your muscles will grow and recover. In order to have the best results, your body needs its rest so it can be at full potential when you are exercising.

You can exercise while watching television so that you can increase the momentum of your weight loss. You can walk all the way through, or do sets of simple exercises like jumping jacks or sit-ups on commercial breaks. In addition, when you are sitting on your couch, try performing light weight training. There are many little ways to incorporate exercise into tiny gaps in your day.