I used to be very fit and am now very, very unfit. What is the best way to slowly get my fitness up again?
917831
You should try Pilates.  They are a lot of fun, and they slowly build you back up over time without totally wearing you out.  Also, watch how much you eat- don't skip meals or change your diet, just eat less of what you like.  It's not an easy thing to do, but if you get in a routine, I know you can do it.  The BEST way for that to happen is to make a friend who is in the same boat and do it with them- that way you will keep each other accountable. Good luck, and have fun!
938636
Join the club, my friend!  :o)\n\nThe best advice I've heard is to find an activity you enjoy that will get you moving.  Exercise doesn't have to be boring workouts or weight lifting.  It could be dancing, walking, bike riding, swimming, tennis or anything you would enjoy doing.  It's also best to have someone to do it with so you stay motivated.
535106
What an inspiration to those who want to work out, but are just too lazy.\nYou may have to diet a little more than the rest of us. Because, losing weight is easier if you combine both exercise & diet, at least it’s faster. My suggestion is to do any exercise that you can do from the waist up including both (Aerobic - raise heart level) Such as; Wheelchair basketball, sprints, and runs. (Anaerobic) - Dumbbell curls, presses, raises, skull crushers. Along with a moderate diet you should be able to shed some significant poundage. I hope I was of some help. I salute you keep up the highly motivated attitude. Good Luck!!
454616
there is no quick and easy way....exercise and eat well. There are plenty of free websites that show exercises. try shape.com or self.com
423142
warming up exercises, a little jogging and walking..just to strengthen ur leg muscles again..\nthis would surely help.\nage is no barrier for what the heart truly wants..good luck,
979427
No it's not the end of your workouts.  You need to take a break every now and again.  Just make sure you are well rested before you get back into the full swing of things.  Or you may choose to do something less strenuous like go for a walk or a bike ride, until you are feeling yourself again.  Finally drink lots of water.  When you've been out drinking you get dehydrated.  So it's good to top up with fluids again and head back into your regime.
272654
1)You have to diet & eat properly. \nSee http://www.edietsuk.co.uk \n\n2)Exercises: WALKING lots of it at least 5x/week. Start slow with e.g. 1 mile and build up); HOME GYMS;  Aerobic workouts etc.; Weight training (a few free weights upto 10-12 lbs. should do).\n\n3) Discipline: stick with it!\n\n4) Get a partner to help give you a boost, especially when you wnat to give up.
302463
i wouldn't say there is aa fast way but eat healthy foods and drink water and if that fails get the firmest support knickers you can ha ha ha
890785
I have had the same problem. The best way is to drink water, don't run for about two or three weeks and make sure you drink a lot or eat a lot of protein to help your body recover.  Also get running shoes, I haven't done that yet, but everyone says running shoes will help prevent that from happening in the future.
982165
i have the same problem and i'm young, it hurted and i decided to rest and didn't want to move then at school we had gym and got forced to move, bending jumping, sprinting, and my leg start feeling better, give you legs more movement but more fast it might help....
1090221
Start of by walking regularly-brisk if possible.  Then move to a walk/jog rotation. Shoot for jogging constantly for 15 minutes, jog or walk to the point of being able to talk to someone, not out of breath.  Do this regulary(4-5 times/week). Try to incorporate lifting weights also.  Drink a lot of water and eat healthy!  DON'T take those stupid ephedra or other type of rapid weight loss crap. PLEASE. Also, if you can afford it, look into hiring a personal trainer, that's what we are here for! Good Luck!:-)
620173
I train people professionally and would suggest:\nCount your total calories and try to scale it back (try reducing your portions)\nIncrease your physical activity (walk or jog 3 days a week).\n\nIf you need further help, email me at suheaven@aol.com\n\nGood luck\nMike
562358
be strong, keep doing what you been doing, get another 30 minutes of exercise 3 times a week, drink lots of water... swim .... have fun ...
163506
Swimming is good, I agree, but some people feel embarrased to be in a swim suit at a public pool. So, to start with, I suggest walking - the fastest way to make the most dramatic improvements in your size and shape at first. Later, after about 6 months of walking for 30 minutes everyday, add something like yoga...(oops...I forgot to mention lots of gentle stretching along with the walking) and later, you'll probably find yourself signing up for all sorts of other things, like weight training and aerobics. Keep it low-impact and don't push yourself too much.\n\nJust WALK. Take it slowly. You'll be shocked at what it does for you!
1131120
Choose the kind of exercise/sport you love and get a good buddy to join in the fun! You can have a little healthy competition between yourselves to do 50 push ups etc. Start with a reasonable goal and increase the pace/speed/repetition gradually.\n\nStick with it and you'll get the results you want.\nGood luck!
266197
first work out your legs and think less fat more speed more muscles more speed also and you have to run regularly and during a long time...good luck ;)
980980
Being former military, there is no way around it but doing the work and you DON'T need all those exercise gadgets and videos that they sell on TV.\n\nRun 2 miles a day ( 25 minutes or less depending on how long it takes)\n20 push ups\n20 sit ups\n20 jumping jacks\n\n.  \n\nDo this 5 times a week.  This will help you get back to where you can exert yourself more.  They have the strollers for runners also so you can take your child with you.\n\nYou can also go to a gym, check to see if they offer spinning classes.  After one week you will notice a difference.  You can also purchase a spinning bike for your home (Pricey!!) if you like it.  But spinning will absolutely get you in shape to pass any fitness test\n\nAlso, you know what is fun and it gets you fit.  Playstation2 has a game call Dance Dance Revolution.  Its just like one of those dancing things they have in the arcade.  It comes with a dance mat that's marked and a game that has several songs on there.  You can play at whatever speed you want and all you do is step where it tells you to step when it tells you to step.  It's a good workout.