Before Starting an Exercise Program

 

Starting a daily exercise program:

It is always important to consult your physician before starting an exercise program. This is particularly true if any of the following apply to your current medical condition:

  • chest pain or pain in the neck and/or arm
  • shortness of breath
  • a diagnosed heart condition
  • joint and/or bone problems
  • currently taking cardiac and/or blood pressure medications
  • have not previously been physically active
  • dizziness

If none of these apply to you, start gradually and sensibly. However, if you feel any of the physical symptoms listed above when you start your exercise program, contact your physician right away.

If one or more of the statements listed above applies for you, see your physician before beginning an exercise program. An exercise-stress test may be used to help plan your exercise program.

Latest Women's Health News
Breast cancer kills older women more often

February 7, 2012 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Breast cancer is often considered more deadly among younger women, but a new study shows older women are actually more likely to die of the disease.

Komen VP steps down after Planned Parenthood flap

February 7, 2012 — WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A senior executive of the breast cancer charity Susan G. Komen for the Cure has resigned after a public outcry over the group's decision to cut funding to women's health organization Planned Parenthood.

Komen, Planned Parenthood donors skirt abortion fray

February 3, 2012 — NEW YORK (Reuters) - Major sponsors of the two top U.S. women's health advocacy groups affirmed their support on Thursday for the organizations even as the rift between their supporters deepened.

Select news items provided by Reuters Health