How to start an exercise routine that works for you

Life Kit

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🗓️ 29 December 2022

⏱️ 16 minutes

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You don't have to be a marathoner or gym rat to get meaningful health benefits from exercise. In fact, that die-hard mentality can actually deter you from getting movement. Here's how to start a fitness routine that you'll actually stick to.

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0:00.0	This is NPR's life kit.
0:01.6	I'm Mary El Segara.
0:03.6	Man, this time of year, especially if you live somewhere
0:06.8	where it gets cold, it can be so tempting to just stay inside,
0:10.4	cozy up under a blanket on the couch all day.
0:13.6	But we have to move our bodies.
0:15.9	It's good for them.
0:17.2	And once you get started, it feels good too.
0:20.2	We've got a rerun for you today hosted by NPR's Maria Godoy.
0:24.0	It's about how to start an exercise habit.
0:26.6	Enjoy.
0:28.0	I used to really hate exercise.
0:30.6	I would get winded just going up the stairs.
0:33.0	I had bad insomnia, and I was always too tired to work out.
0:36.6	I have two small kids in no time.
0:38.8	Basically, I had a lot of good excuses, just like everyone else.
0:43.4	I think my biggest hurdle for getting to the gym
0:46.3	is staying motivated.
0:47.7	Lack of energy and money.
0:49.1	I sit all day.
0:50.4	Feel self-conscious about the way I look.
0:52.4	Oh, I've got to put on clothes.
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