To be effective, gentle stretching should be done with every workout after warming up. It should also be done after your exercise cool down. Gentle stretching can also be done in the morning before starting your day, whenever you feel tense or stiff, or after a long period of sitting or standing. As you become more fit, you can gradually lengthen the time of your exercise sessions. The key is to be consistent about your workouts.
Sporadic workouts are of little benefit.
Below is a list of the few circumstances when you should cut your workouts short or skip a workout. As with other chronic diseases, there are certain circumstances in which the exercise intensity should be reduced or temporarily stopped. With HIV, the main goal of exercise, is to maintain body weight and muscle mass, and improve endurance and mood. If you are losing weight, consult with your dietitian, fitness trainer, or health care professional to make sure you are getting enough calories. In men, decreased testosterone levels may contribute to weight loss.