The Do's "AND" Don'ts.

DO's:

• consult with your doctor before starting an exercise program.
• pace yourself (listen to your body).
  
• warm up before your workout.
  
• cool down after your workout.
• exercise at least 3x's a week.
• stay hydrated.

DON'Ts:

• push yourself too quickly.
• ignore pains, pallor, or dizziness.
• wear too tight clothing that stops circulation.
• not eat too long before a workout.
• do the same exercises day after day (mix it up and work different muscles).
• not breathe (breathing properly is very important to get oxygen to the muscles).

Inhale and exhale!

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