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Beginner Exercise Basics

If you're ready to get started with exercise, these resources will take you through the basics. You'll learn how to set goals, how to get in shape with exercise and how to set up a basic exercise program.

Beginner Resources

Learn how to get started with a complete exercise program to lose weight and get healthy from your About Exercise Guide

Beginner's Corner

This is your starting place if you're ready to start an exercise program. Learn the basics of cardio, strength training, flexibility, nutrition, motivation and more.

Beginning An Exercise Program

Starting an exercise program can be overwhelming. What exercises should you do? How often? How long? With proper planning, you can start exercising and reach your goals.

Exercise 101

Get the basics of exercise, including the benefits, guidelines, principles and instructions for how to start exercising today.

How to Exercise

Find out how to add more activity to your daily life without killing yourself!

How to Set Your Weight Loss Goals

Reaching fitness goals is hard, isn't it? Find out exactly how to reach your goals with these simple facts and helpful resources.

Workouts for Beginners

Find ab, cardio, strength training and flexibility workouts for beginners.

F.I.T.T. Principle

The F.I.T.T. Principle offers guidelines for setting up an effective exercise program. Learn the basics of the F.I.T.T. Principle and how to use it for your workouts.

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