Most adults have a history of exercise. Perhaps you were a sports person in college, and after that, life became busy.
Or maybe you have engaged in different fitness trends that have not yielded much.
You can still find your way back into movement that feels intentional and helps with your goals.
Start With What You Already Do
Look at what you’re doing currently. Do you use stairs? Park at a distance? Play with children or pets?
This is considered movement.
It is usually more efficient to build upon already existing habits, rather than creating anew.
Test Different Approaches
Try different activities:
- Walking meetings or phone calls
- Home workout videos during lunch breaks
- Swimming at community pools
- Weekend hikes
- Nature walks
- Recreational sports leagues
- Martial arts or dance classes
- Strength training with minimal equipment
It is all about experimentation without any pressure. You will feel good doing some things and not necessarily others.
Notice Patterns
Pay attention to what you gravitate toward. Some prefer the group setup, others require privacy. Others demand an intense workout, while others enjoy mild exercise.
Exercise compliance gets enhanced when the activities are held within personal tastes and natural energy rhythms.
Address Practical Barriers
Time constraints, location problems, and cost are some of the common barriers. Think about solutions that can be worked out with your reality:
- Brief (10-15 minutes) sessions in case of limited time available
- At-home alternatives in case driving to the gym is challenging
- Alternatives such as walking, bodyweight exercises, or online videos, which do not require much money
- Multifunctional activities (one could do walking meetings, active commuting)
- Access to a professional weight loss program via telehealth
Get Professional Guidance
Not all the time, personal experimentation suffices. Professional assistance may benefit you better in case you have issues with weight management, health concerns, or chronic pain.
The weight loss program offered by Doctorloune Telehealth is holistic, and it considers physical activity alongside other aspects of health.
Our certified practitioners operate individual consultation sessions virtually to assess your full health profile—nutrition, gut health, sleep, stress, and emotions that trigger the tendency to eat.
We do not tell you generic exercises to stick to and perform; we can create individual care plans, taking into consideration your current fitness state, available time, and health objectives.
The physical activity guidelines that are provided are specific enough to accommodate your weight loss goals and aligned with your lifestyle.
The program also has continuous accountability and follow-up visits, as healthy exercise habits are formed along with nutrition, sleep, and stress management.
Focus on Function Over the Type
Consider what you want exercise to do for you.
Better sleep? Stress relief? Energy for daily activities? Strength for household tasks? Matching activities to functional goals can make the choice more obvious.
Getting Started
Professional help can speed the process up, especially when you desire a structured progress toward a health goal that takes into account the entire health picture.
The weight loss program offered by Doctorloune Telehealth is suitable for people who have tried various methods and have not found a sustainable way, for people looking for weight loss solutions, and anyone who prefers professional guidance when constructing maintainable habits.
Our science-based, root-cause solution is aimed at making sustainable changes, instead of finding temporary solutions.
The program is available in several states via virtual visits, which means you can approach weight loss professionally and stay at home to receive guidance, schedule more days of the week, and remain on track.
Start your consultation with Doctorloune
FAQ
How long should I try an activity before deciding?
Give it 2-3 weeks. The initial discomfort may go away as your body gets used to it and you know how to perform the exercise using the correct form.
What do you do when you are physically challenged?
The majority of people can find favorable activities that are modified.
Valid options include Chair exercises, water workouts and easy movement. Discuss the needs with healthcare providers.
May I perform varied activities other than a single routine?
Yes. Variety can avoid boredom and engage different muscles. Uniformity is not important as long as there is consistency.
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