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IS IT SAfE fOR mE TO EXERCISE?
this is an important question. nearly everyone Can exercise safely, and enjoy huge benefits too, but there are
a few people who should always seek medical advice before starting an exercise programme:
• those over 40
• Those who have not exercise for more than 12 months
• The very overweight
• Those with physical challenges such as amputees, stroke sufferers, etc.
• Those on any form of chronic medication
• Anyone with heart disease, high blood pressure, asthma, or emphysema
• Those with serious joint or spinal problems like arthritis and bad back pain
• Those with injuries that impair free movement
• Anyone who is worried about their health and ability to exercise safely
Note: in neatly all these cases it will be quite possible, and very advisable, to get active and to
exercise. It's just that some special caution and common sense may be needed, and certain forms of
exercise are best avoided for some people. This needs to be discussed with your own doctor please.
So, thiS week:
a vEry siMplE ExErCisE. WE'D likE yoU to ansWEr:
I need to see my doctor about exercise
my target for exercise is _____________________ minutes a week
My exercise will include:
my target for activity is _____________________ minutes a day
My activity will include:
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