Restarting after a long time

[TheOrestes]

Hi Folks,

I have been doing exercise for more than 4 years, but recently due to hectic work schedule i have been out of touch almost 8-10 months! But the good news is am planning to restart exercise routine. I still have a month before I can start going to gym, but before that, are there any exercises which you people know of which I can do in this one month at home to best prepare body?

In Past, same thing has happened where after restarting i have faced fatigue etc, so this time am being extra cautious with the approach

I have already started jogging 10-15 days back, anything else to it? Any specific routine for this one month?

Thanks in advance,
Rupesh.

[sarayaha]

There are tons of bodyweight excercises that you can do such as squats, lunges, pushups, planks, situps etc. If you have a few bucks you can invest in a pair of hand weight and that would open you up to an array of excercises . I used to do an awesome circuit I found on here. Its a series of excercises set in a circuit. 30 minutes is all it takes but it kicks ur butt!! Its based on intrerval training. I have not been able to work out at a gym due to religious beliefs. I have dripped more sweat on the floor of living room then I ever have in the gym when I was younger.

[charlesdee]

Do the basics. Running for cardio. Then, pushups, situps, etc. Those basic exercises at home could help you prepare for that one. Best of luck.

[ultimatehlth]

Yup, both this people have it right. Don't forget to get 7-8 hours of sleep minimum, have a good post workout meal and make sure your diet is balanced and healthy. If you feel over whelmed don't be afraid to step back a day. Live to fight another day.