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December 19, 2005
Why you don't have to kill yourself when starting the PACE heart health program
The most common mistake beginners make is assuming that they must work at an uncomfortable level of exertion to get results. This is an understandable interpretation since you will be focusing your attention on your exercise intensity, but it is not necessary.
The point is to start with what is a comfortable level of exertion for you. As you improve your fitness, this same level of activity will become easier for you.
Now you make use of your added capacity by increasing the level of the exercise. This will coach your body into increasing your exercise capacity further. With this week-by-week gradual progression of your workout as your body responds, you do not feel an uncomfortable or painful perceived level of exertion.
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Posted by james at December 19, 2005 6:48 AM