I have to remember to pace myself.  When starting over, it is important to remeber that you are starting over. Don’t even think you can just start back where you left off. You will hurt yourself and be discouraged.

Start slow!

The rule of thumb is this; if you are over 50 years old and over 50 pounds over weight then do the following;

• 10 minutes of walking twice a day for a week
• 15 minutes of walking twice a day for a week
• 20 minutes of walking twice a day for a week
• 25 mnutes of walking twice a day for a week.
• 30 minutes of walking twice a day for a week.
• On each weekend, walk longer that your allotted time.

Build up slowly,

also, remember to walk at the pace of your weight.  This way, you will not get out of breath so quickly.

Sometimes listening to slower music helps. Grab an IPOD and make it work foryou. It often takes my mind off the physical pain and exhaustion early in my exercise routine.

Okay!

 I riding my bike again today then to the gym. 45 minute committment right now.

I am Sista Monica and I am Sistasizing!

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