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Exercise for Beginners

Are you interested in beginner a workout program to lose weight and get healthy? These resources will help you learn how to create your own fitness program to reach your goals.
  1. 30-Day Quick Start Guide (4)
  2. 6 Weeks to Fitness for Beg (7)
  3. Beginner Exercise Basics (8)
  4. Beginner Strength Training (12)
  5. Cardio for Beginners (10)
  6. Exercise for Seniors (13)
  7. Flexibility for Beginners (4)
  8. Joining a Gym (9)
  9. Specialty Beginner Workouts (4)

Couch Potatoes Unite!

If you've ever found yourself sitting on a couch, potato-like, wondering where your energy has gone, have I got a deal for you!

Get in Shape With Exercise

Getting in shape can be confusing, but this step by step guide shows you exactly how to get in shape with exercise, including cardio, strength and flexibility workouts.

How Much Exercise Do You Really Need?

Whether your goal is to get healthy or lose weight, you know that exercise is essential. But how much exercise do you need to reach your goals? I explain the ins and outs of the exercise guidelines and how to translate them into real life exercise.

Keep Exercise Simple

Learn how to get back to basics and keep your workouts simple from your About Exercise Guide

Six 30-Day Quick-Start Workout Routines

These six 30-day quick-start workout routines will help you get back in shape. Choose from yoga, Pilates, walking, running, weight training or general exercise. In one month, you'll be well on your way to a newer you in the new year.

The Right Way to Fail at Exercise

Have you given up on exercise more times than you can count? You're not alone! There's a right way to fall off the exercise wagon and increase your chances of success. Learn how from your About Exercise Guide.

Workout Finder

Use our Workout Finder to find strength training, cardio, yoga, flexibility and other workouts for all levels of exercisers.

Before You Join a Gym

A gym is a great choice to get a well rounded workout with cardio, strength training and flexibility. Learn some basic tips to know before you join a gym.

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