Now is the time to start keeping one of your New Year's resolutions. You know, the one about exercising regularly and losing those extra pounds from the holidays. Service members don t have much of a problem physical fitness standards take care of that. Also, DoD has various health and wellness programs for family members and civilian workers to ensure that fitness is a priority.
Many people find it hard to start an exercise program and even harder to stick to one.
Maybe you're the kind of person who needs a structured program with a trainer. Or maybe you can make exercise part of your daily routine. The American Heart Association attributes heart attacks and strokes partially to a sedentary lifestyle. If you are overweight, or have a high risk of heart disease, or have other chronic health problems, see your doctor for a medical, evaluation before beginning any physical activity program. After getting your doctor's permission, exercise gradually if you have been sedentary a long time.