Set small, short-term goals for yourself. If you find yourself becoming bored, try doing the activity with a friend or family member. Or switch to another activity. The health rewards of regular physical activity are well worth the effort. Regular physical activity can help you reduce your risk of coronary heart disease.
Some studies also show that being inactive increases the risk of heart attack.
Most people do not need to see a doctor before they start a gradual, sensible program of physical exercise. Even low to moderately intensive activity can help lower the risk of heart disease. To get heart benefits from these activities, do one or more of them every day. More vigorous exercises improve the fitness of the heart, which can lower heart disease risk still more. Walking, bicycling, and dancing can also strengthen your heart, if you do them briskly for at least 30 minutes, three or four times a week.