Im an Exercise PhysiologistHeres Why You Shouldnt Worry About Cortisol Spikes When You Do HIIT Workouts.

Elliptical vs Treadmill: Which Cardio Machine Is Right For You?

Does Rowing Count as Strength Training?

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Heres What Experts Had to Say

Lets be honest: Exercise can sometimes come with serious baggage attached.

Am I working out often enough?

Or should I be doing a different kind of workout entirely?

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Well, Im here to tell you that wherever youre at, youre doing just fine.

You dont have to compete.

You dont have to race.

Woman walking on a treadmill at the gym.

The workouts are shortjust five to 30 minutes each.

But dont feel pressured to be overly-aggressive.

Heres your first week of workouts, with all the details you should probably know to complete them confidently.

Full body female athlete in sportswear using rowing machine during fitness workout in gym.

Check back each Sunday for the next weeks plan.

Youve already scored a victory just by showing up.

Pay attention to how these moves challenge your muscles, and how your heart rate responds.

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Well be returning to this one a few times.

And, depending on where you live, it might not exactly be enticing outside.

But if at all possible, make a run at head out for some natural light today.

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Does Dancing Count as Cardio?

Heres What Experts Say

Glute Bridge vs Hip Thrust: Which Is The Better Booty Booster?

Im a Master TrainerHeres Why You Shouldnt Skip Your Post-Run Stretches.

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Personally, I just prefer training.

Which probably explains my professionI do this because I love it!

Maybe experiment with where you might push yourself just a little harder.

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But if youre not yet ready to ramp things up today, thats fine, too.

Just commit to getting through the workout and getting a little more comfortable with each of the moves.

Were not done with them yet.

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Customize the intensity level to whereyouare in your training right now, and how you feel today.

Maybe you ran earlier in the week, but today you just head out for a walk.

Or you decide to hop on a bike for the first time in years to mix things up.

Happy woman dancing and listening to music near a green empty wall outdoor in the city.

Dont worry if you used to be able to go longer or faster.

Focus on what youve got in you right now.

So practice taking inventory of how youre feeling.

Healthy female training in the gym, performing a hip thrust.

Is your energy low?

It might be a good idea to fully rest.

Are you not sure whether to push through the blahs or not?

A young black woman doing post-run stretches in the park on the road amidst green grass and trees.

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