Exercise guidelines  

 

Start slowly – give your body time to adjust then build up gradually

Clothing – wear loose, comfortable clothing and good supportive shoes

Exercise space – be sure your exercise environment is safe, dry and free of clutter – eg. scatter rugs

Support - always use the side of something stable like a bench or solid table

Exercise time – exercise when it feels best for you but avoid immediately after meals

Warm up and cool down – start slowly for first 5-10 minutes to warm up then slow down for the last 5-10 minutes to cool down

Keep hydrated – be sure to drink plenty of water before and after your exercises

  Take a break – have regular breaks of about 2-5 minutes if you feel breathless or tired

Do not continue with any exercise that causes pain or discomfort

Listen to your body – if you don’t feel 100% be cautious, take a break and see how you feel the next day

Remember, more isn’t always better!

Contact your doctor if while exercising or walking you experience…

- Dizziness - Nausea
- Chest Pain - Shortness of Breath